Category: UAE Taxation

The UAE's Value Added Tax (VAT) system has specific provisions for sectors that operate across borders, particularly international transportation and passenger services. Given the UAE’s strategic position as a global transport and logistics hub, understanding VAT implications for international transport—whether...

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Since the introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2018, retailers and small traders have had to adjust their accounting practices, pricing strategies, and customer interactions to ensure compliance. Whether you're running a physical...

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Importing goods into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) involves more than just customs declarations and shipping logistics—it also triggers important Value Added Tax (VAT) obligations. Since the implementation of VAT in the UAE on January 1, 2018, all importers must...

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has positioned itself as a business-friendly environment by offering various operational models such as mainland and free zone structures. Free zones offer tax incentives, simplified setup procedures, and 100% foreign ownership. However, with the implementation...

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Since the implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on January 1, 2018, businesses operating in the country must ensure full compliance with VAT regulations, starting with proper registration with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA)....

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The introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2018 brought with it a comprehensive framework for domestic businesses, but also provided mechanisms for foreign businesses to recover VAT incurred in the UAE. One such...

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) real estate sector is one of the most dynamic in the region, attracting local and international investors across residential, commercial, industrial, and hospitality segments. Since the introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) on January 1,...

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The introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the UAE in 2018 significantly impacted how professional services are priced, invoiced, and reported. Professionals including consultants, legal advisors, accountants, engineers, architects, and management service providers must comply with the VAT laws...

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Education is one of the most vital sectors in the UAE’s social and economic development. With a growing population and increasing demand for quality schooling, private educational institutions play a major role in delivering learning services. However, since the introduction...

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The UAE is home to numerous free zones designed to attract foreign investment and promote business-friendly policies. With the introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in 2018, questions quickly arose about how VAT applies within these zones. To clarify the...

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