VAT Registration in the UAE
Dubai’s welcoming business environment and transparent tax policies align with global standards. For businesses operating in the UAE, registering for VAT is essential to remain compliant and avoid penalties.
ABS offers expert support for seamless VAT registration. Once successfully registered, your company will receive a VAT certificate, affirming your adherence to fiscal responsibilities.
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VAT Registration Process
Entities that supply taxable goods or services in the UAE may be eligible—or required—to register for VAT based on turnover thresholds.
Mandatory Registration applies if:
- Your business’s taxable supplies/imports exceeded the mandatory threshold in the past 12 months.
- You anticipate that they will exceed the threshold within the next 30 days.
Voluntary Registration is available if:
- Your turnover or expenses exceed AED 187,500 in the last 12 months.
- You project crossing this threshold in the coming 30 days.
Documents Required for VAT Registration
- Trade license copy
- Passport or Emirates ID of authorized representative
- Articles of Association
- Description of business activities
- 12-month sales record
- Projected turnover (next 30 days)
- Annual export value to GCC countries
- Customs registration (if applicable)
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Power of Attorney document
- Past year turnover (in AED)
- Company bank account details
- Declaration on GCC business relations
Penalty for Non-Registration
Failing to register for VAT after surpassing the required threshold or missing the FTA deadline will result in a penalty of AED 20,000.