Abstract: A computer implemented method and system for filtering electronic invitations based on inherent characteristics of the electronic invitation. In embodiments of the present invention, an electronic calendar invitation filtering system receives an invitation, examines the header information such as a sender's name or subject, determines if a rule has been established for invitations with the characteristics of the incoming invitation, and if there has been a rule set up, implements an action. In another embodiment, when electronic invitation with a particular subject or sender is received, the invitation will be automatically accepted or rejected. Additionally, in another embodiment, when an electronic invitation is received from a particular sender, the invitation will be delegated to another user. Furthermore, in another embodiment, when an electronic invitation from a particular sender is received, the system will schedule the meeting in a calendar.