DBM Services
VAT Registration & Filing in the UAE
Register, file and stay compliant — without the FTA stress
VAT registration becomes mandatory once your taxable turnover passes AED 375,000 a year (voluntary from AED 187,500) — and the Federal Tax Authority fines late registration heavily. Many new businesses cross the threshold faster than they expect and only find out when the penalty arrives.
DBM handles the full VAT lifecycle: assessing when you must register, preparing and submitting the FTA application, setting up compliant invoicing, filing your quarterly returns on time, and representing you if the FTA raises questions. You focus on sales; we make sure the 5% is handled correctly.
Why It Works
Registration Done Right
Complete FTA application with the correct turnover evidence — approved the first time.
Quarterly Filing
Returns prepared and submitted on schedule, every quarter, with reminders before deadlines.
Penalty Protection
Late registration alone costs AED 10,000 — we make sure deadlines never slip.
Compliant Invoicing
Tax invoice formats and record-keeping set up to FTA standards from day one.
VAT Refunds
Input VAT recovery reviewed so you never pay more than you owe.
Deregistration Handled
Falling below thresholds or closing? We manage the exit correctly too.
How the Process Works
- 1
Threshold Assessment
We review your revenue and imports to confirm if and when registration is required.
- 2
FTA Registration
Application prepared and filed; TRN certificate delivered.
- 3
Systems Setup
Invoicing, records and bookkeeping aligned to FTA requirements.
- 4
Ongoing Filing
Quarterly returns calculated, reviewed with you and submitted on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is VAT registration mandatory in the UAE?
When your taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over the previous 12 months, or are expected to in the next 30 days. Voluntary registration is available from AED 187,500 — sometimes worth it to recover input VAT.
What is the penalty for late VAT registration?
AED 10,000 for late registration, with further penalties for late filing and late payment. DBM's threshold monitoring is designed to make sure you never see one.
How often do I file VAT returns?
Most businesses file quarterly through the FTA's EmaraTax portal, with payment due within 28 days of the period end. We prepare, review and submit each return for you.
Ready to Get Started with VAT Services?
Get a free consultation and an itemised, no-surprises quote — usually within the hour.