UAE Value Added Tax (VAT) System
Since 2018, the UAE has implemented a 5% VAT rate on most goods and services. Proper VAT registration is required for businesses with annual turnover exceeding the statutory thresholds. Failure to register or incorrect invoicing can lead to massive penalties under Cabinet Decision No. 40 of 2017 on Administrative Penalties.
Input VAT Recovery
Reclaim tax paid on operational business expenses and setups.
VAT Group Registration
Register related sister entities under a single TRN to ease intercompany billing.
Quarterly Declarations
Preparation and submission of standard VAT returns with 100% accuracy.
Audit Protection
Representing your business before the FTA in case of reviews or tax audits.
VAT Onboarding Steps
VAT Eligibility Check
Assess taxable turnover over the last 12 months to determine if registration is mandatory (exceeding AED 375,000) or voluntary (exceeding AED 187,500).
FTA Portal Registration
Compile detailed financial sheets, parent documents, and submit the formal VAT registration request on the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) EmaraTax portal.
TRN Issuance & Invoicing setup
Receive your Tax Registration Number (TRN) and configure your accounting and billing systems to print compliant tax invoices with proper tax components.
Quarterly Filing & Support
Analyze and compile your output VAT and input VAT deductions, preparing quarterly or monthly VAT returns for submission to the FTA.
Required Documentation
Exceeding the VAT Threshold?
Register for VAT today to ensure seamless trade and financial operations in the GCC.