Value Added Tax (VAT) was introduced in the UAE in 2018, and businesses must comply with registration requirements based on their annual taxable supplies and imports. Companies exceeding the mandatory registration threshold must register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) to avoid penalties.
The registration process involves preparing trade licenses, financial records, and authorized signatory documents. Businesses should also determine whether they qualify for voluntary registration if their supplies are below the mandatory threshold but wish to reclaim input VAT.
Once registered, businesses must file VAT returns on time, maintain proper tax invoices, and keep records for at least five years. United VAT helps companies navigate registration, compliance, and ongoing filing with accuracy and confidence.
