Value Added Tax (VAT) has been a critical part of the UAE’s tax landscape since its introduction in 2018. While the standard VAT rate is straightforward, the application and compliance requirements can be complex due to sector-specific rules, exemptions, and reporting obligations. We provide end-to-end VAT compliance services to help businesses avoid penalties, stay aligned with UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations, and optimize their tax positions. From VAT registration to return filing, record maintenance, and audit support, our solutions are designed to give you peace of mind and operational efficiency.
We guide you through the VAT registration process, ensuring accurate categorization based on your business activities and turnover thresholds. For businesses with multiple entities or branches, we provide advice on group registration to optimize tax efficiency and simplify administration.
Our team reviews your sales, purchases, imports, and exports to determine the correct VAT treatment under UAE law. This includes identifying zero-rated, exempt, and standard-rated supplies, as well as handling special cases like intra-GCC transactions and reverse charge mechanisms.
We prepare and file your VAT returns accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with all FTA requirements. Our approach includes detailed reconciliations, error checks, and proper documentation to withstand tax audits and inquiries. We also maintain VAT records for the required statutory period.
Regulatory requirements evolve, and we keep your business up-to-date with changes in VAT laws, executive regulations, and FTA clarifications. We provide continuous support, staff training, and assistance during FTA audits or assessments, ensuring your business remains fully compliant at all times.
In-depth knowledge of UAE VAT law and executive regulations.
Detailed reconciliations to minimize risk of penalties.
Tailored advice for retail, construction, hospitality, and service industries.
Group registration and tax optimization strategies.
Stay ahead of evolving VAT rules and compliance requirements.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all auditing. At Pawan Lohia & Associates, every Risk-Based Internal Audit begins with an in-depth understanding of your business model, industry dynamics, and regulatory exposure. Our team collaborates closely with your internal stakeholders to prioritize risk areas, define scope, and execute detailed audits with a strategic lens.
Yes. If your taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 in a 12-month period, registration is mandatory. Voluntary registration is possible if turnover exceeds AED 187,500.
Most businesses file VAT returns quarterly, but some are required to file monthly, depending on FTA guidelines and business size.
Late filing or payment can attract significant penalties, including fixed fines (AED 1,000 for the first offense, AED 2,000 for subsequent offenses) and daily interest charges.
Exports of goods and services outside the GCC are generally zero-rated, but documentary evidence must be maintained to support the claim.
It’s a system where the buyer accounts for VAT instead of the seller, usually applicable for cross-border services and certain goods imports.