VAT Registration in UAE
Our team assists businesses with VAT registration in the UAE by guiding them through eligibility checks, documentation, EmaraTax setup, and complete FTA compliance.
We are widely known for providing VAT services in Dubai, supporting hundreds of businesses with compliance, filings, advisory and VAT implementation.
We also support companies in Dubai with VAT registration by guiding them on emirate-specific requirements, documentation checks, and FTA submission procedures.
When a company meets the mandatory threshold for VAT registration, it should register for VAT as per the UAE VAT Law. Tax Gian and its associate Jitendra Tax Consultants (JTC) can help you register for VAT in the UAE. Businesses operating in Dubai can also rely on our team for guidance on VAT registration requirements applicable within the emirate. Our VAT consultants can help you assess whether you are meeting the mandatory or voluntary VAT threshold and conduct VAT registration in the UAE. Understanding when and how to apply for VAT registration in the UAE is essential for businesses to avoid penalties and ensure smooth tax compliance.
Our VAT consultants in Dubai work closely with businesses to ensure accurate registration, return filing, and end-to-end compliance support.
Many companies begin the process of VAT registration in the UAE without fully understanding the thresholds, timelines, and documentation required. Our experts help simplify each step so businesses remain fully compliant with FTA rules.
Completing VAT registration in the UAE correctly is essential because the FTA evaluates the accuracy of your financial disclosures, taxable supplies, and supporting documents before issuing the TRN.
Mandatory VAT Registration Threshold
The UAE has set AED 375,000 as the mandatory VAT registration threshold. Any company exceeding this threshold must apply for VAT registration. A business qualifies for VAT registration if it meets the following conditions:
- The total value of its taxable supplies and imports exceeds AED 375,000 over the previous 12 months; or
- It expects that the total value of its taxable supplies and imports will exceed AED 375,000 in the next 30 days
Businesses operating in Dubai must also assess these VAT registration thresholds, as the rules apply uniformly across all emirates and all sectors.
Voluntary VAT Registration Threshold
Businesses in the UAE can voluntarily opt for VAT registration even if they do not meet the mandatory threshold. The threshold set for voluntary VAT registration in the UAE is AED 187,500. You can apply for voluntary VAT registration in the following situations:
- The total value of taxable supplies and imports or taxable expenses in the previous 12 months exceeds AED 187,500; or
- Businesses expect the total value of their taxable supplies and imports or taxable expenses to exceed AED 187,500 in the next 30 days.
How Tax Groups can Register for VAT in the UAE?
A parent company with two or more entities can opt to form a tax group and be treated as a single taxable person. A tax group need to register for VAT as a single taxable entity and obtain a single Tax Registration Number (TRN) for the entire group. Tax Gian provides end-to-end support for tax group formation and VAT registration in the UAE, ensuring all entities are aligned under one TRN as per FTA guidelines.
Understanding whether your company qualifies for tax group formation is an important part of the UAE VAT registration process, especially for businesses with multiple licenses.
Tax Gian’s can advise you whether forming a tax group is beneficial for you.
VAT Registration Process with Tax Gian
For Dubai-based businesses, we ensure the VAT registration process includes emirate-specific documentation checks and compliance reviews before submitting the application.
Being one of the leading tax agents in the UAE, we dedicatedly support our clients in registering for VAT. Tax Gian’s VAT registration assistance involves the following services:
Determination of VAT Registration Requirements:
We start by assessing our client’s business activities to determine whether they fall under the mandatory or voluntary registration threshold.
We can also advise whether the client should register as a single taxable person or a VAT group.
Setting up and Managing EmaraTax Account
VAT registration is done through the Federal Tax Authority’s (FTA) online platform called EmaraTax. If you do not have an account on EmaraTax, Tax Gian’s UAE VAT experts can help you set up a new account. Once the account is created, we can help you register for VAT on the EmaraTax platform.
VAT Registration Application Preparation
Tax Gian’s VAT registration services include assistance in gathering and preparing the documentation required for submitting a VAT registration application in the UAE.
Communication with the FTA
We are one of the top tax agents in the UAE. This enables us to communicate with the FTA on behalf of our clients. We can help you address any issues or queries raised by the FTA on your behalf.
Ongoing VAT Compliance Support in Dubai, UAE
Our Tax services in the UAE go beyond VAT registration. Tax Gian can also support you comply with the UAE VAT Law. We can also help you with record-keeping, filing VAT returns, and managing your VAT obligations. Our consultants regularly assist Dubai-based businesses with VAT registration follow-ups, return filings, and ongoing compliance matters.
The VAT Registration process in the UAE
Tax Gian can help you with the following steps:
- Sign up for and activate your EmaraTax account
- Create a taxable person profile
- Start VAT registration
- Complete the VAT registration process
Why VAT Registration in the UAE Is Important
VAT registration in the UAE ensures that businesses operate within the legal tax framework and avoid non-compliance penalties. It also allows companies to charge VAT correctly, recover eligible input tax, and maintain transparent financial reporting. Whether a business is new or expanding operations, understanding the VAT registration process is critical for long-term compliance.
Since the UAE VAT system is document-intensive, completing every stage of VAT registration on time is crucial for businesses to avoid FTA delays and compliance penalties.
Many companies also request VAT services in the UAE to review their tax positions, assess compliance gaps, and ensure they meet FTA requirements for accurate filings.
Avoid potential pitfalls. Speak to our corporate tax consultants before making any decisions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on UAE VAT Registration
Do I need to register for VAT?
Tax Gian can advise you whether mandatory or voluntary VAT registration applies to your business. Generally, you must register for VAT if your taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 within 12 months. Many businesses seek expert support to determine the correct time for VAT registration in the UAE and avoid compliance issues from incorrect calculations.
What documents should I submit for VAT registration?
The documents required for VAT registration typically include:
- Trade license
- Financial statements
- Passport copies of company owners and authorized signatories
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Any other relevant documentation requested by the FTA
What Needs To be done After Registration?
- Receive VAT TRN from the authority.
- Prepare the format of the Tax Invoice
- To raise Tax Invoice
- Charge 5% or 0% to clients
- Receive the Tax invoice from the supplier with your TRN
Why do you need the services of a VAT consultant in the UAE?
The VAT registration process requires the support of VAT consultants as they can help you avoid compliance failure and penalties.
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