VAT Registration & Filing Services in UAE

Ensure full compliance with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) laws, manage VAT registrations, and file tax returns accurately.

What Is VAT Registration & Filing?

Value Added Tax (VAT) was introduced in the UAE at a standard rate of 5%. Businesses exceeding the mandatory registration threshold of AED 375,000 (or voluntary threshold of AED 187,500) must register for VAT. Maintaining compliance involves accurate record-keeping and regular filing of VAT returns to avoid steep FTA penalties. Navigating the tax portals can be complex—our experts handle it all for you.

Who Needs VAT Services?
  • Firms crossing mandatory thresholds
  • Entities buying/selling local goods
  • E-commerce sellers in the UAE
  • Businesses facing FTA tax audits
Why Professional Handling Matters
  • Ensure exact tax calculations
  • Avoid steep FTA penalty fines
  • Optimize input VAT recovery
  • Fast-track VAT refunds smoothly

Our VAT Services Coverage

Mandatory/Voluntary VAT Setup
Periodic Return Filing
VAT Group Registrations
Input Tax Optimisation
VAT De-registrations
FTA Audit Coordination
VAT Compliance Health Check
FTA Dispute Resolution Support

Our VAT Filing Process

1
Document Review

Checking sales and purchase invoices systematically to ensure compliance with VAT rules.

2
VAT Calculation

Precise calculation of output VAT due and input VAT recoverable for the tax period.

3
Draft Review & Signoff

Providing the draft tax return calculations to your team for approval and authorization.

4
FTA Portal Submission

Filing the return on the FTA portal and coordination of corporate tax payment instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The mandatory threshold is AED 375,000 in taxable supplies and imports over the past 12 months, or expected in the next 30 days. The voluntary threshold is AED 187,500.

The FTA determines the tax period, which is typically monthly or quarterly, depending on the business size and annual turnover.

Yes. If a company stops making taxable supplies, or if its turnover falls below the voluntary threshold of AED 187,500 over a 12-month period, it must apply for VAT de-registration.

Late filing of VAT returns or late tax payments can result in substantial administrative penalties imposed by the FTA. Professional assistance ensures filings are always on time.

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