★ VAT SERVICES · UAE

VAT made simple for UAE businesses.

Registration, return filing, refunds, advisory and audit assistance handled by Chartered Accountants — so your VAT stays accurate, on time and fully FTA-compliant.

COMMON CHALLENGES

VAT shouldn't slow your business down.

Registration thresholds, quarterly returns and refund claims add up fast. Here’s how we take each VAT worry off your plate.

⚠ THE WORRY

“We're not sure if we've crossed the VAT registration threshold.”

✓ HOW FINTRA SOLVES IT

We check your rolling turnover against the mandatory and voluntary thresholds and register you at exactly the right time — never late.

⚠ THE WORRY

“We're unsure which sales are standard, zero-rated or exempt.”

✓ HOW FINTRA SOLVES IT

Our CAs map every revenue stream to the correct VAT treatment, so you charge exactly what the law requires.

⚠ THE WORRY

“Our quarterly returns are a scramble every time.”

✓ HOW FINTRA SOLVES IT

We take the return off your plate entirely — reconciled from your books and filed well ahead of the deadline.

⚠ THE WORRY

“We think we're owed a VAT refund but never claim it.”

✓ HOW FINTRA SOLVES IT

We prepare and substantiate your input-VAT and refund claims so the money the FTA owes you actually comes back.

⚠ THE WORRY

“We're worried an old return contained an error.”

✓ HOW FINTRA SOLVES IT

We run a health check and, where needed, file a Voluntary Disclosure to correct it — usually reducing any penalty.

⚠ THE WORRY

“We've received an FTA query or audit notice.”

✓ HOW FINTRA SOLVES IT

We respond and represent you directly with the FTA, so you’re never facing them alone.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

End-to-end VAT
under one roof.

Engage us for the full lifecycle or a single piece — every service is led by a Chartered Accountant.

VAT Reg & Return Filing

Timely, accurate FTA registration & Filings, with the right details & on TIME.

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VAT Advisory

Clear guidance on treatment, place of
supply and complex transactions.

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VAT Refunds

Input-VAT recovery and refund claims prepared, substantiated and pursued.

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Audit Assistance

Full representation and documentation support during an FTA VAT audit.

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VAT Health Check

A review of your treatrnent and past returns to catch errors before the FTA does.

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Voluntary Disclosure

Correcting past-return errors with the FTA to minimise exposure and penalties.

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OUR PROCESS

From first call to filed — a clear path.

Discovery

We learn your business, revenue streams and any deadlines.

Assessment

We confirm your threshold position, treatment and any risks.

Registration

We register you with the FTA — accurately and at the right time.

Filing

We reconcile, file each return early and pursue any refund you’re owed.

Ongoing Compliance

We stay with you every period for filing, advice and audit cover.

CLIENT RESULTS

Real outcomes for real UAE businesses.

★★★★★

“Fintra took over our quarterly VAT completely. Every return is now filed early and our refunds actually come back on time.”

Rana Al-Mansoori

Managing Director, Meridian Trading

★★★★★

“A health check found errors in two old returns. They filed a Voluntary Disclosure and saved us from a much bigger penalty.”

Jayesh Varma

CFO, Halcyon Logistics

★★★★★

“When the FTA opened a VAT audit, Fintra handled everything directly. Fixed fees, senior people, zero stress on our side.”

Sara Khoury

Founder, BrightPath Retail

FREQUENTLY ASKED

VAT, answered.

Everything you need to know before we talk. Still unsure about something? A specialist is one call away.

When do I have to register for VAT in the UAE?

VAT registration is mandatory once your taxable turnover exceeds AED 375,000 in the past 12 months or is expected to in the next 30 days. Voluntary registration is available from AED 187,500. We confirm your position and handle the registration for you.

What is the standard VAT rate in the UAE?

The standard rate is 5%, with certain supplies zero-rated or exempt. We make sure each of your revenue streams is treated correctly so you neither over- nor under-charge.

How often do I need to file VAT returns?

Most businesses file quarterly, though the FTA assigns some monthly periods. We track your specific filing cycle and submit every return ahead of the deadline.

Can I reclaim the VAT my business pays?

Yes — input VAT on eligible business purchases can be recovered against the VAT you charge, and net refunds can be claimed from the FTA. We prepare and substantiate refund claims so they’re paid without delay.

What records do I need to keep for VAT?

Tax invoices, credit notes, import/export documents and accounting records must be kept for at least 5 years. We set up clean, audit-ready records so nothing is ever missing.

What penalties apply for late VAT filing or payment?

The FTA imposes fixed and escalating penalties for late registration, late filing, late payment and errors. We keep you ahead of every date so you never incur them.

What is a VAT Health Check?

It’s a structured review of your VAT treatment, invoices and past returns to surface errors or risks before the FTA does — and to recover anything you’ve over-declared.

What is a Voluntary Disclosure?

If an error is found in a previously filed return, a Voluntary Disclosure corrects it with the FTA — often reducing penalties versus waiting to be assessed. We prepare and file it for you.

Can Fintra help during an FTA VAT audit?

Yes. As a registered tax agency we represent you throughout — preparing documentation, responding to queries and dealing with the FTA directly on your behalf.

Do free zone and e-commerce businesses charge VAT?

In most cases yes, though place-of-supply and designated-zone rules can change the treatment. We assess your specific model so every transaction is handled correctly.

Still have questions?

Talk to a CA-led specialist — no obligation, no sales pressure.

Book your free consultation today.

Everything you need to know before we talk. Still unsure about something? A specialist is one call away.

+971 55 467 2256

info@fintraglobal.com

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VAT made simple for UAE businesses.

VAT shouldn't slow your business down.

“We're not sure if we've crossed the VAT registration threshold.”

“We're unsure which sales are standard, zero-rated or exempt.”

“Our quarterly returns are a scramble every time.”

“We think we're owed a VAT refund but never claim it.”

“We're worried an old return contained an error.”