One Stop VAT Registration Solution Provider in UAE

VAT registration is the procedure whereby a business is officially recognized by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) as a taxable person. Having registered, the business is issued a Tax Registration Number (TRN) and is liable to:

• Charging VAT on goods and services that are subject to VAT
• VAT returns filing
• VAT payment to the government
• Keeping VAT-compliant records

VAT registration Dubai, UAE is Mandatory or voluntary depending on the taxable turnover annually:

✓ Mandatory VAT Registration:
Companies are required to register for VAT if their taxable supplies and imports are more than AED 375,000 a year. Registration must be completed within 30 days of the date the mandatory threshold is reached.

✓ Voluntary VAT Registration:
Businesses with taxable turnover between AED 187,500 and AED 375,000 can choose to register voluntarily. This allows them to reclaim input VAT on their business expenses.

✓ VAT Registration for Non-Residents:
For Non-resident there is separate VAT registration UAE process applicable which is known as E commerce Registration, Whoever is providing the service via online like Amazon or Noon platform or with their own website they can apply for VAT registration.

✓ Compliance with the Law as per FTA norms
Prevent penalties by maintaining UAE VAT compliance.

✓ Credibility of Business
A valid TRN enhances customer, supplier, and financial institution trust.

✓ Recovery of Input Tax
Businesses can recover the VAT incurred on qualified purchases and expenses.

✓ Smooth International Business
VAT registration makes importing/exporting easy and customs clearance smooth.

✓ Improved Financial Control
Timely VAT filing promotes improved record-keeping and financial control.

• Trade license copy
• Emirates ID and passport copies of owners/partners
• Memorandum of Association (MOA)
• Bank account details and bank letter
• Tenancy contract (Ejari)
• Import/Export documents (if applicable)
• Details of business activities and estimated turnover
• Financial statements (if available)

1. Assess Eligibility: Determine if your business meets mandatory or voluntary thresholds
2. Prepare Documents: Gather all required documentation listed above
3. Create FTA Account: Register on the FTA portal (eservices.tax.gov.ae)
4. Complete Application: Fill in the VAT registration form with accurate business details
5. Submit Application: Upload all required documents and submit for review
6. FTA Review: The FTA will review your application (typically 20 business days)
7. Receive TRN: Once approved, you'll receive your Tax Registration Number
8. Update Systems: Update invoices, accounting systems, and business documents

• Accurate Information: Ensure all business details are correct and up-to-date
• Timely Application: Apply within 30 days of crossing the mandatory threshold
• Proper Documentation: Submit complete and valid documents to avoid rejection
• Business Classification: Correctly classify your business activities
• Expected Tax Liability: Provide realistic estimates of taxable supplies
• Regular Updates: Keep FTA informed of any business changes

Failure to register for VAT when required can result in severe penalties:

• AED 20,000 for failure to register within the specified timeframe
• AED 10,000 for late registration
• Additional penalties for non-compliance with VAT obligations
• Potential business license suspension
• Liability for unpaid VAT from the date registration became mandatory

Multiple entities under common control can register as a VAT group, treated as a single taxable person. Benefits include:

• Simplified compliance with one VAT return
• No VAT on intra-group transactions
• Reduced administrative burden
• Improved cash flow management

Requirements: All members must be UAE residents, closely bound financially, economically, and organizationally.

• Document Preparation: Gathering all required documents in proper format
• Technical Issues: Navigating the FTA portal and online application
• Business Classification: Correctly identifying taxable activities
• Threshold Calculation: Accurately calculating taxable turnover
• Application Rejection: Addressing FTA queries and resubmitting

• Document Preparation: 1-3 days
• Application Submission: 1 day
• FTA Processing: 15-20 business days
• TRN Issuance: 1-2 days after approval
• System Updates: 3-5 days

Total Timeline: Approximately 3-4 weeks from start to finish

Once registered, businesses must comply with ongoing VAT obligations:

• Display TRN on all tax invoices and business documents
• Charge VAT at the appropriate rate (5%, 0%, or exempt)
• Issue compliant tax invoices
• File VAT returns quarterly (or monthly for voluntary filers)
• Pay VAT liability to FTA by the due date
• Maintain proper accounting records for 5 years
• Submit to VAT audits when required
• Notify FTA of any business changes