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VAT Deregistration Services in Dubai
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VAT Deregistration With Proper Review
VAT deregistration is often treated as a simple formality – until problems surface later.
We have seen applications being submitted without a full review. Often supporting documents are incomplete or inconsistent.
But that’s not the case with us.
Beaufort treats VAT deregistration as a closure process, not just an application.
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Our VAT Deregistration Process
Step1
Document Compilation & Review
We compile and review all documents required for the VAT deregistration application, checking them carefully before submission.
Step 2
Application Submission & Coordination
We submit the VAT deregistration application on your behalf and coordinate with the authorities, providing clarifications or additional information if requested.
Step 3
Completion & Certification
We follow through until the deregistration process is completed and the VAT Deregistration Certificate is issued.
Know exactly what will be done — and why.
What’s Included in Our VAT Deregistration Service
- Compilation and review of deregistration documentation
- Submission of the VAT deregistration application
- Ongoing coordination with the authorities
- Assistance with clarifications and follow-ups
- Confirmation of successful deregistration
Complete VAT deregistration properly and on time.
Why Choose Beaufort Associates for VAT Deregistration?
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We focus on proper closure - not just submission
We ensure that there are no pending return filings or VAT payments from your end so that the deregistration can be completed cleanly, not delayed further.
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Deadlines are monitored and handled carefully
Missing deregistration timelines can lead to unnecessary penalties. We ensure applications are prepared and submitted within the required timeframes.
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Multiple reviews before anything is submitted
Deregistration applications and supporting documents are checked more than once before submission to reduce the risk of rework, queries, or rejection.
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Clear handling of authority queries
If the authorities request clarifications or additional information, we respond promptly and clearly - clients are not left dealing with back-and-forth on their own.
Understanding VAT Deregistration in Dubai
VAT deregistration means applying to the FTA to cancel your VAT registration when you no longer meet, or are no longer required to meet, the VAT registration conditions.
If the FTA approves deregistration, your VAT registration is cancelled from the effective date confirmed by the FTA. You must still submit any required final VAT return and settle outstanding VAT, penalties or other FTA requirements relating to the period while you were registered.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 21
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(6)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(7)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 18
You may be required to apply for VAT deregistration where your business stops making taxable supplies, or where the value of taxable supplies made during 12 consecutive months is below the voluntary registration threshold and the applicable conditions are met.
You may also apply to cancel VAT registration where your taxable supplies during the previous 12 months are below the mandatory registration threshold, subject to FTA approval and the applicable conditions.
Business closure, licence cancellation, sale of business or a move to only out-of-scope or exempt activities may also require a deregistration review.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 21
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 22
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14
Mandatory VAT deregistration may apply where the registrant stops making taxable supplies, or where taxable supplies over 12 consecutive months fall below the voluntary registration threshold and the applicable conditions are met.
A registrant may apply to cancel VAT registration where taxable supplies over the previous 12 months are below the mandatory registration threshold, subject to FTA approval and the applicable conditions.
Where the business has closed, the trade licence has been cancelled, or taxable supplies have stopped, the deregistration position should be reviewed promptly.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 21
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 22
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 23
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14
A VAT Deregistration Certificate is an official document issued by the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) confirming that your business is no longer registered for VAT.
It confirms that the VAT registration has been cancelled from the effective date, subject to any final return, outstanding VAT, penalty, record-keeping or other FTA requirements.
Legal Reference
Federal Tax Authority Value Added Tax (VAT) Deregistration service page, FAQs section
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(6)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(7)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(8)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 18
The VAT deregistration process can be completed online through the FTA portal. Once the application is submitted with the necessary supporting documents, the FTA will verify and, if approved, cancel the VAT registration.
- Access the FTA EmaraTax portal: You’ll need your login credentials.
- Locate the Deregistration section: The exact steps might vary slightly depending on the portal interface.
- Initiate the deregistration application: Follow the on-screen instructions, providing the required information and supporting documents.
- Submit the application: Review everything thoroughly before final submission.
- FTA review and processing: The FTA will assess your application. If approved, your VAT registration will be canceled.
The FTA may request additional documents or clarification before approving or rejecting the application.
Legal Reference
Federal Tax Authority Value Added Tax (VAT) Deregistration service page, Procedures and Steps section
Federal Tax Authority Value Added Tax (VAT) Deregistration service page, Terms & Conditions section
Federal Tax Authority VAT Deregistration User Manual, Version 1.0.0.0, October 2022, VAT Tile, De-Registration information and Post Application Submission sections
A VAT tax group may need to be cancelled or amended where the members no longer meet the tax group conditions, the economic, financial or organisational links no longer exist, or a member is no longer eligible to remain in the group.
Depending on the case, the FTA may cancel the whole tax group or amend the group by removing or adding members. The representative member should notify the FTA when a member is no longer eligible.
Legal Reference
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 15
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 15(3)
Federal Tax Authority Deregistration of Tax Groups service page, Required Documents and Forms section
Federal Tax Authority Deregistration of Tax Groups service page, Procedures and Steps section
Let’s Support Your VAT Deregistration Process
- Speak with our team to ensure your VAT deregistration is handled carefully, completely, and without unnecessary risk.
What VAT Deregistration Feels Like When It’s Done Right
- Your VAT position is formally and correctly closed
- There are no pending queries or unresolved matters
- Communication has been clear throughout
- You have written confirmation of deregistration
- You move forward without lingering compliance concerns
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The documents required depend on the reason for VAT deregistration.
The FTA may request documents such as:
- Cancelled trade licence
- Liquidation letter or board resolution
- Latest financial statements
- Financial turnover templates
- Ministry of Labour employee letter
- Sale or amended licence documents
- Supplier/importer details
- Official declarations
- Sample invoices
Other supporting evidence may be needed.
The FTA may also request additional information during review.
Legal Reference
Federal Tax Authority Value Added Tax (VAT) Deregistration service page, Required Documents and Forms section
Federal Tax Authority Value Added Tax (VAT) Deregistration service page, Terms & Conditions section
Federal Tax Authority VAT Deregistration User Manual, Version 1.0.0.0, October 2022, De-Registration information section
Where VAT deregistration is mandatory, you must apply within 20 business days from the date the deregistration obligation starts.
Please note that it applies after the VAT deregistration condition is met, not after the tax year end.
Legal Reference
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(1)
Federal Tax Authority Value Added Tax (VAT) Deregistration service page, Terms & Conditions section
The penalty for failing to submit a VAT deregistration application within the required timeframe is AED 1,000 for late submission, and AED 1,000 on the same date monthly thereafter, up to a maximum of AED 10,000.
Legal Reference
Cabinet Decision No. (40) of 2017 and its amendments on Administrative Penalties for Violation of Tax Laws in the UAE, Table No. 1, Item 4
There are two relevant thresholds. Mandatory deregistration may apply if taxable supplies over 12 consecutive months fall below the voluntary registration threshold, subject to the legal conditions. A registrant may apply to cancel VAT registration where taxable supplies over the past 12 months are below the mandatory registration threshold, subject to FTA approval.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 21, 22, 23
The FTA may delay, query, reject or not approve a deregistration application if the deregistration conditions are not met, the documents do not support the reason for deregistration, additional information is not provided, required VAT returns are outstanding, or due VAT and administrative fines have not been settled. Late submission may also lead to administrative penalties.
Legal Reference
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(2)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(7)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14 BIS
Federal Tax Authority Value Added Tax (VAT) Deregistration service page, Terms & Conditions section
Cabinet Decision No. (40) of 2017 and its amendments on Administrative Penalties for Violation of Tax Laws in the UAE, Table No. 1, Item 4
You may be able to recover eligible input VAT in the final VAT return if the VAT relates to business expenses that meet the VAT recovery conditions, is supported by valid tax invoices or import documents, and is properly included in the relevant VAT return. The FTA may refund or offset any refundable amount depending on the taxpayer’s final position and outstanding liabilities.
Legal Reference
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 54
Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax and amendments, Article 55
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(7)
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 18
Yes. The final VAT return should be submitted and any payable VAT settled no later than 28 days from the effective date of deregistration, i.e. from the end of the final tax period.
Legal Reference
Federal Tax Authority Value Added Tax (VAT) Deregistration service page, FAQs section
Cabinet Resolution No. (52) of 2017 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT), Article 14(7)
Disclaimer: This page sets out our understanding of VAT deregistration 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 Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value-Added Tax (VAT)
- 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 and its amendments on Administrative Penalties for Violation of Tax Laws in the UAE
- Federal Tax Authority Value Added Tax (VAT) Deregistration service page
- Federal Tax Authority VAT Deregistration User Manual, Version 1.0.0.0, October 2022
- Federal Tax Authority Deregistration of Tax Groups service page
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.
