UAE VAT

VAT returns that reconcile, every quarter.

Registration, quarterly returns and corrections on EmaraTax — prepared from your books and reviewed before anything reaches the FTA.

UAE VAT essentials

Standard rate5%
Mandatory registrationTaxable supplies above AED 375,000
Voluntary registrationSupplies or expenses above AED 187,500
Typical return periodQuarterly
Filing and payment due28 days after the period ends
E-invoicingPhased from 1 January 2027

What we do for you

  • Registration — threshold check, mandatory or voluntary registration and your TRN on EmaraTax.
  • Quarterly returns — output and input VAT reconciled to the ledger, emirate-wise sales split, reverse charge and imports.
  • Input-tax review — blocked expenses, apportionment and missing tax invoices identified before you file.
  • Corrections — voluntary disclosures and penalty reconsideration requests.
  • Refunds and deregistration — refund claims and deregistration when your business changes.
  • E-invoicing readiness — gap analysis of your invoicing, software and accredited service provider options.
Late filing costs money. Missed VAT deadlines attract administrative penalties and late-payment charges. We track every period and send payment reminders ahead of each due date.

VAT return packages

Quarterly VAT return preparation, review and filing on EmaraTax, with every figure traced to your books.

Essential

Standard-rated local sales and purchases

AED499/ quarter
Excl. 5% VAT
  • Up to 100 invoices in the quarter
  • Output and input VAT reconciliation
  • Return filed on EmaraTax before the due date
  • Payment reminder and FTA acknowledgement
  • Filing calendar managed for you
Choose Essential
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Standard

Mixed supplies, imports and reverse charge

AED899/ quarter
Excl. 5% VAT
  • Up to 300 invoices in the quarter
  • Imports, reverse charge and zero-rated exports
  • Emirate-wise sales split
  • Input-tax eligibility review
  • Pre-filing variance review against the prior quarter
Choose Standard

Complex

High volumes or specialised VAT positions

fromAED1,499/ quarter
Excl. 5% VAT
  • Over 300 invoices in the quarter
  • Designated zone and exempt supplies
  • Partial exemption / apportionment
  • Profit-margin and special schemes
  • Senior tax review of every return
Choose Complex

VAT FAQs

When must my business register for VAT?

Registration is mandatory when taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over the past 12 months, or are expected to within the next 30 days. You may register voluntarily from AED 187,500.

How often are VAT returns filed?

Most businesses file quarterly. Returns and payment are due by the 28th day after the end of each tax period.

What if I find a mistake in a VAT return I already filed?

Depending on the amount, the error is corrected in the next return or through a voluntary disclosure. We review the position and file the correction for you.

What does e-invoicing mean for my business?

The UAE is moving to mandatory structured e-invoicing through accredited service providers. Businesses with revenue of AED 50 million or more go live from 1 January 2027 and others from 1 July 2027. Our readiness assessment maps what you need to change.

Hand over your next VAT return

Tell us your TRN period and monthly invoice volume — we'll quote a fixed quarterly fee.

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