Everything You Need to Know About VAT in the UAE
Key Requirements for VAT Registration in the UAE
Any company in the UAE engaged in the sale of goods or services must register as a VAT payer if certain conditions are met:
Mandatory registration — for companies with an annual turnover exceeding 375,000 AED.
Voluntary registration — for companies with a turnover of 187,500 AED or more, aiming to strengthen customer and partner trust by demonstrating their financial transparency.
Our VAT Registration Services
We offer a full range of services for registering a company as a VAT payer in the UAE, including:
- - Consultation on all tax requirements and selection of the appropriate registration type;
- Assistance in gathering and preparing documents;
- Support at all stages of application submission and obtaining the VAT Registration Certificate;
- Consulting on reporting and VAT compliance matters.
If you need help with registering your company as a VAT payer in the UAE, our team of professionals will provide full support and help you comply with all legal requirements.
Advantages of registering a company as a VAT payer:
- Legitimacy: Having a VAT Registration Certificate gives the business formality and strengthens the trust of clients and partners;
- Reduction of penalty risks: Compliance with VAT obligations helps avoid administrative sanctions and financial fines;
- VAT refund: Companies registered as VAT payers are eligible for VAT refunds on purchased goods and services.
Obligations of a company registered as a VAT payer in the UAE
After completing VAT registration and receiving the TRN in the UAE, the company is required to comply with two key obligations:
Submit VAT returns: Quarterly (or monthly if the annual turnover exceeds 150 million dirhams, or 40.8 million USD), the company must submit a report to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) through their online platform. The declaration should include the volume of standard supplies across all emirates, received deposits, supplies to employees, transactions subject to VAT and at a 0% rate, as well as other data required for tax calculation.
Pay VAT: At the end of each tax period, the company must pay the VAT via e-Dirham using a bank card or transfer. The payment deadline is 28 days after the end of the reporting period, with an extension to the next working day if the 28th day falls on a weekend or holiday.
Business Services in the UAE:
From Registration to Tax Accounting
Our business support services in the UAE will help you establish stable operations for your company, minimize legal and tax risks, and focus on achieving your business goals.
Frequently asked questions
What is needed for the successful operation of a company in the UAE?
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