ICV Certification in UAE

Why the ICV score matters

The In-Country Value programme measures how much of your spending stays inside the UAE economy. ADNOC and a growing list of government and semi-government buyers weight tenders by ICV score, so two suppliers quoting the same price do not compete equally — the higher ICV score wins work. For many suppliers the certificate is now a condition of being on the vendor list at all.

• Review of your audited financials against ICV template requirements
• Complete ICV template preparation and reconciliation
• Local supplier and purchase mapping to maximise recognised spend
• Emiratisation and payroll data compilation
• Submission through an approved ICV certifying body
• Score analysis with practical steps to improve the next cycle

How the score is built

Your score comes from audited financial data mapped into the official ICV template: goods manufactured in the UAE, local supplier purchases, investment in fixed assets held in the country, Emiratisation, and expatriate contribution. Because it draws on audited figures, the quality of your financial statements directly limits the score you can achieve.

Timing and validity

The certificate is based on audited financial statements that are generally no more than two years old, and it stays valid for fourteen months from issue. New companies without a full audited year can certify on a different basis — we confirm which route applies to you before starting.

📄 Documents Required

For ICV Certification — have these ready and we can move the same day.

• Audited financial statements — generally not older than 2 years
• Trade Licence and ownership documents
• Emiratisation and payroll data with WPS reports
• Fixed asset register and investment details
• Local supplier and purchase breakdown
• Manufacturing or production records, if applicable
• Previous ICV certificate, if you are recertifying