Professional UAE VAT registration assistance by Hire Consultancy
Simplified process for compliance and accuracy. File your VAT through us today.
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VAT Registration and filing is mandatory for all businesses registered in the UAE having an annual turnover exceeding AED 375,000.
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VAT registration ensures your business complies with UAE tax regulations. If your company or individual exceeds the turnover threshold or makes taxable supplies, register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
Collect VAT from customers
Claim input VAT credits
File VAT returns
Timely registration avoids fines, backdated liabilities, and suspension.
Hire Consultancy simplifies the process—from document preparation and submission to approval and compliance.
VAT registration recognizes your business as a supplier of goods and services, authorizing you to:
Charge VAT on taxable supplies
Claim Input Tax Credit (ITC) on purchases
Pay VAT to the government
File periodic returns
Registered businesses must maintain accurate records, including tax invoices, credit/debit notes, and supply details.
🆕 2025 Update:
Electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) is mandatory for all VAT-registered entities, with phased implementation for B2B and B2G transactions starting January 1, 2025 (per FTA Decision No. 5 of 2025).
Not all businesses must register—only those exceeding annual turnover thresholds. Categories include:
Required by law
Optional registration
Not required to register
Register if:
Taxable supplies and imports exceeded AED 375,000 in the past 12 months
You expect them to exceed AED 375,000 in the next 30 days
Opt to register if:
Taxable supplies, imports, or expenses exceeded AED 187,500 in the past 12 months
You expect them to exceed AED 187,500 in the next 30 days
📝 Definition:
Taxable Supply: Goods/services taxed at 5% or 0%, plus imports treated as domestic supplies.
After registration, submit VAT returns and payments within:
of your tax period end
(quarterly or monthly)
Upon approval, the FTA issues a TRN for all tax transactions:
Unique identification number
Required for all VAT transactions
Related entities can register as a VAT group, treated as one for VAT purposes.
VAT-exempt
Follow standard VAT rules
Groups receive one TRN
File consolidated VAT returns
Prepare these for online submission:
Non-compliance incurs strict penalties under Cabinet Decision No. 49 of 2021 (updated 2025). Key fines:
Within 30 days of threshold
Maximum AED 10,000
Per instance
Per instance
🆕 New for 2025 - Per instance
First: AED 1,000 | Repeat: AED 2,000
Maximum 300% of unpaid tax
🎉 Grace Period Update:
A grace period for record updates ends March 31, 2025, with automatic reversal of penalties from January 1, 2024.
Engage Hire Consultancy for expert compliance.
Register online via the FTA portal:
Sign up on EmaraTax with business details
Upload documents and complete the form
FTA reviews (typically 10-15 business days)
Receive TRN via email/portal
Hire Consultancy provides guided support for a seamless experience.
Apply for deregistration if:
No longer making taxable supplies
Taxable supplies < AED 187,500 over 12 months (voluntary registrants must wait 12 months)
Taxable supplies < AED 375,000 over 12 months
Hire Consultancy is your trusted partner for efficient VAT registration.
Our experts handle complexities, ensure 2025 compliance (including e-invoicing), and let you focus on growth.
Contact Hire Consultancy today for hassle-free VAT services!