VAT Registration
Register your business for UAE Value Added Tax (VAT) — comply with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations & filing obligations
Trusted by businesses across the UAE
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How It Works Your VAT registration in 4 simple steps
Submit
Documents Upload required files
Documents Upload required files
Expert
Assessment We review your case
Assessment We review your case
Registration
Filed Submitted to FTA
Filed Submitted to FTA
TRN
Issued VAT registration complete
Issued VAT registration complete
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What Is UAE VAT? Key information about VAT in the UAE
- Indirect Tax on Goods & Services VAT (Value Added Tax) is an indirect tax applied at each stage of the supply chain on the consumption of goods and services
- Standard Rate: 5% Applied on most goods and services in the UAE — some supplies are zero-rated or exempt
- Effective Since January 2018 UAE VAT was implemented on 1 January 2018 under Federal Decree-Law No. 8 of 2017
- Mandatory Registration: AED 375,000 Businesses must register for VAT if taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 annually
- Voluntary Registration: AED 187,500 Businesses may voluntarily register if taxable supplies/expenses exceed AED 187,500 — to reclaim VAT on purchases
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Commonly Required Documents Exact requirements depend on your business structure & activities
- Trade License Copy (Mainland / Freezone / Offshore)
- Passport Copy of Owner(s) / Partner(s)
- Emirates ID Copy of Owner(s) / Partner(s)
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Office Address / Ejari / Tenancy Contract
- Bank Account Details / Bank Statement (Last 3–6 months)
- Revenue / Turnover Details (Proof of taxable supplies exceeding the threshold — invoices, contracts, etc.)
- Customs Registration Details (If applicable — for import/export businesses)
- Authorised Signatory Details (Person authorised to manage tax affairs)
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Contact Information Required We'll need these details from you
UAE Mobile Number
Email ID
IBAN
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Fees Structure Fees applicable for VAT registration & compliance
| Fee Description | Amount (AED) |
|---|---|
| FTA VAT Registration Government portal registration — no government fee for registration itself | Discuss |
| VAT Return Filing Quarterly / monthly filing based on FTA-assigned tax period | Discuss |
| VAT Advisory & Compliance Eligibility assessment, VAT planning & ongoing compliance | Discuss |
| VAT Deregistration If business ceases or falls below threshold | Discuss |
| Total Fee | Discuss with Expert |
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Our VAT Services End-to-end VAT support for your business
- Eligibility Assessment Determine if your business meets the mandatory or voluntary VAT registration threshold
- VAT Registration with FTA Complete registration on the FTA EmaraTax portal & obtain your Tax Registration Number (TRN)
- VAT Return Filing Accurate preparation & timely filing of your periodic VAT returns
- VAT Advisory & Planning Strategic advice on input tax recovery, zero-rated supplies & exempt supplies
- VAT Bookkeeping & Record Keeping Maintain compliant records — invoices, credit notes & financial documents as required
- VAT Amendment & Deregistration Update your VAT details or deregister when business ceases or falls below threshold
- Penalty & Compliance Support Assistance with late registration/filing penalties, voluntary disclosures & reconsideration requests
To Know More About Eligibility, Registration & Consulting Charges
VAT registration requirements are based on the nature of your business, activities, and compliance obligations set by the authorities. Details may vary depending on organisation structure and turnover. Connect with our expert for a personalised assessment.
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Processing Period
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Timeline depends on documentation readiness & FTA processing — typically up to 20 business days
Important Notes
- VAT registration is mandatory if your taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 annually [[8]] [[9]].
- Voluntary registration is available if taxable supplies or expenses exceed AED 187,500 — allowing you to reclaim VAT on business purchases [[9]].
- VAT registration requirements are based on the nature of the business, activities, and compliance obligations set by the authorities.
- Details may vary depending on the organisation structure and turnover.
- Businesses with a VAT number must keep accurate and complete accounting records including details of all transactions, invoices, credit notes, and financial documents [[7]].
- Late registration penalties may apply — it is recommended to register within the timeline specified by the FTA.
- Government Fees and regulations may change based on Federal Tax Authority (FTA) updates at any time.
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