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Why Your Business Needs a VAT Consultant
How Beaufort Associates Can Help?
UAE VAT has been in effect since January 2018, and businesses continue to require professional guidance to understand their obligations, interpret regulations, and address complex VAT matters.
Businesses may require guidance on VAT registration requirements, VAT calculations, return filing, and the treatment of specific transactions.
Beaufort’s VAT consultants in Dubai assist businesses in maintaining accurate VAT records, reviewing transactions, and addressing applicable reporting requirements.
VAT compliance requires businesses to consider the tax implications of their transactions, accounting processes, and operational arrangements.
Navigating VAT regulations can be challenging, particularly where transactions involve complex tax treatments. An experienced VAT consultant can help businesses assess their obligations, identify potential risks, and determine appropriate compliance measures.
Here’s how our VAT consultancy services in Dubai support your business:
Experienced VAT Advisory:
Our team monitors developments in UAE VAT legislation and FTA guidance, helping businesses understand their obligations, assess tax positions, and address potential compliance risks.
Streamlined Processes:
We support businesses throughout the VAT lifecycle, including registration, deregistration, return filing, transaction reviews, and ongoing advisory requirements.
VAT Risk Assessment & Planning:
Our team reviews VAT treatments to identify potential compliance risks and recommend appropriate corrective measures. We also assess opportunities for eligible input VAT recovery and improvements in VAT-related cash flow.
Beaufort provides support beyond periodic VAT return filing. Our senior team assists businesses with ongoing VAT queries, technical assessments, and regulatory matters, with substantive advisory work reviewed by our Managing Partner.
The range of VAT advisory services we offer to businesses across Dubai and the UAE includes:
VAT training for finance and accounting personnel
VAT registration and deregistration application support
Reviewing VAT compliance controls and procedures
Assessing VAT implications of supply chains, transactions, and business processes
Supporting the implementation of VAT-compliant accounting systems and software
Reviewing contracts and other documents for potential VAT implications
Assisting with the implementation of VAT procedures across the organisation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. UAE VAT distinguishes between ordinary free zones and Cabinet-listed Designated Zones. Ordinary free zones generally follow the normal UAE VAT rules. A Designated Zone may receive special VAT treatment mainly for certain supplies of goods, but only where the legal conditions are met. Services supplied in a Designated Zone are generally treated under the normal UAE VAT rules. Businesses should confirm whether the zone is a Designated Zone and whether the specific supply meets the conditions before applying special VAT treatment.
Legal Reference
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, Articles 1 and 51
Federal Tax Authority VAT Guide – Designated Zones (VATGDZ1), Sections 2.2 to 2.4
Federal Tax Authority VAT Public Clarification VATP027 – Goods Supplied in a Designated Zone, and Connected Shipping or Delivery Services
VAT may apply to imported services under the reverse charge mechanism where a UAE taxable person receives services for business purposes and the place of supply is in the UAE. The exact treatment depends on the nature of the service, the place of supply rules and whether the service would be taxable if supplied in the UAE.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Articles 29, 30 and 48(1)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, Article 1
If a UAE VAT-registered business receives IT services from a supplier outside the UAE, UAE VAT is generally accounted for under the reverse charge mechanism where the place of supply is in the UAE and the service would be taxable if supplied in the UAE. The treatment should be checked based on the contract, recipient, place of use and place of supply rules.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Articles 29, 30 and 48(1)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, Article 1
Exports of goods and certain exported services may be zero-rated, but only if the conditions in the VAT Executive Regulation are met. For goods, the export must be properly evidenced and completed within the required period. For services, the recipient, place of performance, connection with UAE real estate or movable assets, and use or benefit of the service must be reviewed before applying the zero rate.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 45(1)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, Articles 30 and 31
Federal Tax Authority VAT Public Clarification VATP019 – Zero-rating of export of services
For a direct export of goods to be zero-rated, the supplier or its appointed agent should arrange the transport, the goods must be moved outside the Applying States or placed under customs suspension within 90 days from the date of supply, and the supplier/exporter must retain the required customs, official and commercial export evidence.
Legal Reference
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, Articles 1 and 30(1)
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 45(1)
For an indirect export to be zero-rated, the overseas customer or its agent should arrange collection and export, the goods must be moved outside the Applying States or placed under customs suspension within 90 days from the date of supply, the required evidence must be provided to the supplier, the goods must not be used or altered except as necessary for export preparation, and the goods must not leave the UAE in the possession of a passenger or crew member of an aircraft or ship.
Legal Reference
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, Articles 1 and 30(2)
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 45(1)
Annual maintenance services for residential or commercial properties are generally treated as taxable services at the standard VAT rate when supplied by a VAT-registered person, unless a specific exemption, zero-rating rule or special treatment applies. The VAT treatment should be checked based on the contract and the nature of the supply.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Articles 3, 45 and 46
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, Articles 3 and 42 to 46
Federal Tax Authority VAT Public Clarification VATP022 – Dubai Owners Associations and Management Entities
Healthcare services can be zero-rated where they meet the VAT Executive Regulation conditions, including being necessary for treating the patient and provided by a licensed healthcare provider. Elective cosmetic treatment is generally not zero-rated unless prescribed by a doctor or medical specialist for treating or preventing a medical condition. Dentistry and plastic surgery should be assessed based on the medical purpose and supporting documentation.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 45(14)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, Article 41
Federal Tax Authority VAT Public Clarification VATP016 – Business-to-Business Supplies of Healthcare Services
The place of supply helps determine whether a transaction is treated as made in the UAE for VAT purposes. This affects whether UAE VAT applies, whether reverse charge may be required, and whether a zero-rated, exempt or standard-rated treatment may apply.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Articles 27 to 31 and 48(1)
Free zone companies do not automatically receive different VAT treatment. Only free zones listed as Designated Zones may receive special VAT treatment, mainly for certain supplies of goods where the legal conditions are met. Services supplied in Designated Zones are generally treated under the normal UAE VAT rules. Businesses should confirm whether the zone is a Designated Zone and whether the specific supply meets the conditions before applying special VAT treatment.
Legal Reference
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, Articles 1 and 51
Federal Tax Authority VAT Guide – Designated Zones (VATGDZ1), Sections 2.2 to 2.4
Federal Tax Authority VAT Public Clarification VATP027 – Goods Supplied in a Designated Zone, and Connected Shipping or Delivery Services
Disclaimer: This page sets out our understanding of VAT consultancy based on the legislation and guidance in force at the date of last review. The position may change, and the application to a particular set of facts may require further analysis. Nothing on this page constitutes professional, legal or tax advice. Beaufort Associates accepts no liability for action taken or not taken in reliance on this page. Please contact us for advice tailored to your circumstances.
Sources
Primary sources referenced on this page:
- Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments.
- Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 on the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax, as amended.
- Federal Decree-Law No. (28) of 2022 on Tax Procedures.
- Cabinet Resolution No. (74) of 2023 on the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (28) of 2022 on Tax Procedures.
- Cabinet Decision No. (40) of 2017 on Administrative Penalties for Violations of Tax Laws in the UAE, as amended by Cabinet Decision No. (129) of 2025.
- Federal Tax Authority VAT Guide - Designated Zones (VATGDZ1).
- Federal Tax Authority VAT Public Clarification VATP027 - Goods Supplied in a Designated Zone, and Connected Shipping or Delivery Services.
- Federal Tax Authority VAT Public Clarification VATP019 - Zero-rating of export of services.
- Federal Tax Authority VAT Public Clarification VATP016 - Business-to-Business Supplies of Healthcare Services.
- Federal Tax Authority VAT Public Clarification VATP022 - Dubai Owners Associations and Management Entities.
We have referenced the legislation in force as at the last review date. The UAE tax framework is evolving; later changes may affect the position. Speak with us for advice on your specific circumstances.
Reviewed by: Mian Muneer ud din, Managing Partner - UK Chartered Accountant (FCA from ICAEW) with 35 plus years of experience
Last reviewed: 28 Oct 2026 · Next scheduled review: 28 April 2027
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