VAT Registration & Filing Services
Complete VAT compliance solutions including registration, returns, refunds, and FTA advisory
VAT (Value Added Tax) in the UAE is charged at 5% on most goods and services. Prudent Dubai provides comprehensive VAT services ensuring your business meets all Federal Tax Authority requirements while optimizing VAT positions and cash flow.
VAT in the UAE
Implemented on January 1, 2018, UAE VAT is a consumption tax applied at each stage of the supply chain. Businesses must register, charge VAT, maintain proper records, and file periodic returns.
VAT Rates
- Standard Rate: 5% on most goods and services
- Zero Rate: 0% on exports, international transport, certain food items, healthcare, education
- Exempt: Residential properties, bare land, local passenger transport, certain financial services
Our Complete VAT Services
- VAT registration with Federal Tax Authority
- Voluntary registration assessment
- Monthly and quarterly VAT return preparation and filing
- VAT refund applications and processing
- VAT compliance reviews and health checks
- VAT advisory and consultation
- Assistance with VAT audits and assessments
- De-registration services when required
- VAT training for your finance team
VAT Registration
Businesses must register for VAT based on their taxable supplies and turnover.
Mandatory Registration
Required if taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 in the past 12 months or expected to exceed in next 30 days.
Voluntary Registration
Optional if taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 187,500. Benefits include input VAT recovery and enhanced business credibility.
Registration Thresholds
Filing Deadlines
Common VAT Treatments
VAT Compliance Services
VAT Health Checks
Comprehensive review of your VAT processes, identifying risks and optimization opportunities:
- Transaction classification review
- Input VAT recovery analysis
- Invoice compliance assessment
- Record-keeping evaluation
- Process efficiency recommendations
VAT Audit Support
Assistance during FTA audits and assessments:
- Pre-audit preparation and documentation
- FTA communication and representation
- Audit response coordination
- Dispute resolution support
- Post-audit remediation
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Registration Process
VAT Return Filing
Registered businesses must file periodic VAT returns declaring output VAT (collected) and input VAT (paid).
Filing Frequency
- Quarterly: For businesses with annual turnover below AED 150 million
- Monthly: For businesses with annual turnover exceeding AED 150 million or voluntary monthly filers
Our Filing Services Include
- Transaction data collection and verification
- Sales and purchase analysis
- Output VAT calculation
- Input VAT reconciliation and recovery
- Adjustments and error corrections
- VAT return preparation and review
- Electronic filing with FTA
- Payment coordination
- Retention of supporting documentation
Special VAT Schemes
VAT Group Registration
Related entities can register as a single taxable person, simplifying intra-group transactions.
Tax Agency Scheme
For agents acting on behalf of principals in supply of goods or services.
Margin Scheme
For second-hand goods dealers, calculating VAT on profit margin rather than full selling price.
Industry-Specific VAT
Real Estate
Complex VAT treatment for commercial vs. residential, new vs. existing properties.
Financial Services
Exempt supplies require careful input VAT attribution and recovery.
Healthcare & Education
Specific zero-rating and exemption criteria apply.
E-commerce
Place of supply rules for digital services and cross-border transactions.
VAT Refunds
Businesses can claim VAT refunds when input VAT exceeds output VAT.
- Export-heavy businesses (zero-rated supplies)
- New businesses with high setup costs
- Businesses with capital expenditure
- Tourist VAT refund facilitation
Refund Processing
We handle complete refund applications including documentation, submission, and follow-up with FTA until refund receipt.
VAT Penalties
The FTA imposes penalties for VAT non-compliance. We help you avoid:
- AED 10,000 for late registration
- AED 1,000-2,000 for late VAT return filing
- 2-4% penalty on unpaid tax amounts
- Daily penalties for continued violations
- Fines for incorrect invoicing or record-keeping
VAT Record Keeping
Businesses must maintain VAT records for 5 years including:
- Tax invoices (issued and received)
- Credit and debit notes
- Customs documents
- Accounting records
- Contracts and agreements
- Bank statements
- VAT returns and correspondence
Why Choose Prudent Dubai for VAT?
- FTA-registered tax agents with deep VAT expertise
- Proactive compliance management
- Timely filing ensuring no penalties
- Optimization of input VAT recovery
- Industry-specific VAT knowledge
- Technology-enabled processes
- Fixed monthly fees for predictable costs
- Dedicated VAT specialist assigned
Stay VAT compliant effortlessly. Contact Prudent Dubai for comprehensive VAT registration, filing, and advisory services.