- The DGII Free Invoicing Tool (Facturador Gratuito) is a free web tool for issuing electronic tax receipts (e-CF).
- It is meant for businesses with few invoices: the DGII aims it at about 150 per month.
- You apply in the Virtual Office (OFV), and the DGII provides a free digital certificate for one year to use it.
- Approval is not instant: if your deadline is November 15, apply this week.
Is the free tool right for you?
| Your situation | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Freelancer or service business with few invoices a month | The free tool is usually enough. |
| You sell daily, manage inventory or use a point of sale | Choose an authorized provider or a system that connects sales, inventory and invoicing. |
| You invoice in dollars or bill foreign clients in another currency | The free tool only invoices in pesos; you will need another option. |
| You already issue e-CF with a provider or your own system | Keep using your current system. |
Before you start: what you need
- An active RNC authorized to issue tax receipts.
- Your DGII Virtual Office password and security device: token, digital token or code card.
- Being up to date with your tax returns and payments.
- Knowing who the representative on your RNC is: the digital certificate is issued in their name.
- A computer or phone with a stable internet connection.
Step 1: apply to use the tool in the OFV
- Sign in to the Virtual Office at dgii.gov.do with your RNC or ID number, password and security device.
- Open the “Solicitudes” (Requests) menu and choose the request to use the Facturador Gratuito.
- Fill in the form. The representative you enter must appear in your RNC records.
- Submit the request and check your OFV inbox: you will receive the approval and access instructions there.
Step 2: get your free digital certificate
The digital certificate is used to sign each receipt. If you don’t have one, the DGII gives you one for free inside the tool:
- Sign in to the Facturador Gratuito portal with your approved user.
- Choose “Solicitar Certificado Digital” (Request Digital Certificate).
- Accept the terms and conditions, fill in the applicant details, verify your identity and sign the agreement.
- Download the certificate, store it somewhere safe and click “Finalizar” (Finish).
This certificate only works inside the free tool and lasts one year. Note the expiry date: you pay for the renewal.
Was your request rejected, or is the approval taking too long? We review your case and help you complete it.
Get helpStep 3: issue your first electronic invoice
- Open the tool and choose the receipt type (see the table below).
- Enter the customer’s details. A tax credit invoice requires their correct RNC or ID number.
- Add each product or service with its quantity, price and ITBIS, or mark it as exempt when applicable.
- Check the totals, sign the receipt with your certificate and send it to the DGII.
- Once the DGII accepts it, give the customer the printed version (PDF) or send the XML file if they are an electronic receiver.
Which receipt to use
| Receipt | When to use it |
|---|---|
| Tax credit invoice (E31) | The customer is a company or person with an RNC who needs to deduct the expense or the ITBIS. |
| Consumer invoice (E32) | The customer is a final consumer. |
| Debit note (E33) | You need to increase the amount of an invoice already issued. |
| Credit note (E34) | You need to cancel an invoice or reduce its amount, for example after a return or a mistake. |
An accepted e-CF cannot be deleted or edited. If you make a mistake, issue a credit note that references the original invoice and, if needed, a new invoice with the correct details.
Common mistakes
- Leaving the request for the last few days: approval goes through a review.
- The RNC representative not matching the certificate holder.
- Mistyping the customer’s RNC or ID number, which causes rejections.
- Still using B-type receipt books after your deadline. From then on they are only valid during a declared contingency.
- Forgetting that the tool does not track inventory or prepare your reports: your accountant will still need your sales and purchase information.
Has your business outgrown the free tool? We help you choose a system and connect it to your inventory and accounting.
Let’s talkFrequently asked questions
Does the DGII free invoicing tool cost anything?
No. The tool is free, and the DGII provides a free digital certificate for one year to use it. When it expires, the taxpayer pays for the renewal.
How many invoices can I issue per month?
The DGII aims it at businesses with few invoices, about 150 per month. If you issue many more or sell daily, an authorized provider or an integrated system is a better fit.
Can I invoice in dollars?
No. The free tool only issues receipts in Dominican pesos. For other currencies you need an authorized provider or your own system.
What do I do with my leftover B-type receipts?
After your deadline you can only use them during a contingency declared under the regulations. Under normal conditions, all your sales must be invoiced with e-CF.
Can I switch to another system later?
Yes. If your business grows, you can move to an authorized provider or your own system; the DGII must validate the new way you issue receipts.