Filing a VAT return in the UAE

Preparing and filing your VAT return. We'll help you avoid calculation errors and file exactly on time.

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Registered for VAT? The return needs to be filed on time

UAE tax policy is more lenient and has lower rates than in many countries. But to run a successful business in Dubai without fines, it's important to comply with legal requirements and not delay filing your reports.

What's included in this service:

  • Checking and confirming FTA registration
  • Preparing and filing the return within the set tax period
  • Correcting data if errors are found
  • Consultations on input and output VAT, refunds, and taxation
  • Keeping a record of filed returns and tracking filing deadlines
You definitely need this service if:
The company is registered as a VAT payer in the UAE
Annual turnover has exceeded AED 375,000
You're already registered with the FTA, even with zero reporting
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Fines for not filing a VAT return

The cost of the service is from AED 1,000.
Cheaper than the amount of a single fine.
AED 1,000 fine For late filing; AED 2,000 for a repeat late filing within 24 months
2% + 4% penalty For unpaid VAT: 2% immediately, plus another 4% after 7 days
TRN suspension Difficulties renewing the licence
What the VAT return filing service includes
Fixed price — no hidden fees
01
Checking FTA registration
We review your case — if you're not yet registered for VAT and your income has exceeded the threshold, we'll advise you on what to do.
02
Preparing and filing the return
We reconcile all purchases and sales for the period based on invoices and file the return strictly by the deadline.
03
Checking for errors
The work is done by professional accountants familiar with UAE law and practice — we correct the data if any inaccuracies are found.
04
VAT consultations
We answer questions about input and output VAT and help with refunds and tax planning.
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3 reasons to choose us
Fixed price
From AED 1,000 — cheaper than the amount of a single late-filing fine.
Guaranteed deadlines
We'll file the return exactly on time, in line with the dates on your registration certificate.
Reduced risk
Your books are handled by UAE tax experts — we know every nuance of calculating input and output VAT.
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years on the UAE market
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retained clients
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one-off services and requests handled
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referrals from existing clients
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FTA fines incurred

What our clients say

We work with companies across industries all over the UAE

After setting up my company, I tried three different ways of handling accounting. Mountain is clear and fast — two accountants working in tandem, always reachable, invoices issued instantly. We found a reliable long-term partner.
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CEO, OI Interior
Their knowledgeable accountants demonstrated a high level of professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail. Thanks to their meticulous bookkeeping, we now have a much clearer understanding of our financial position. They are a true partner in success!
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CEO, Klimatika LLC
Mountain Accounting is a professional team you can fully entrust your books to. High-quality service, quick feedback and deep knowledge of UAE requirements. We recommend them to anyone who values reliability.
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Filing a VAT return in Dubai

UAE tax policy is more lenient and has lower rates than in many countries. But to run a successful business in Dubai without fines, it's important to comply with legal requirements and not delay filing your reports.

Mountain Accounting and Bookkeeping LLC helps companies make sense of their tax burden and takes the bureaucratic procedures off your hands. Our UAE tax experts review your books, prepare returns, file applications, and answer any FTA questions when needed.

What is a VAT return? Who needs to file it, and when?

It's filed by every legal entity registered for VAT — registration is mandatory once annual income exceeds AED 375,000. If you're already registered with the FTA, you likely need to pay VAT. You can reach out to us for a free consultation — our specialists will review your case.

A VAT return is a summary report of all the purchases and sales a company made during the period. You also need to declare receipt of VAT-exempt supplies. The main source of data is the invoices accumulated over the month or quarter.

The return is filed monthly or quarterly depending on the terms of FTA registration. The frequency is stated on the certificate.

The filing deadline is the 28th of the month following the end of the period. So with monthly filing, the first return of the year must be filed by 28 February, and with quarterly filing, by 28 April.

Filing your VAT return with professional support

Working with Mountain Accounting and Bookkeeping LLC takes routine bookkeeping tasks off your hands, avoids mistakes in your paperwork, and puts your reporting in order. We provide comprehensive accounting services in the UAE, as well as help with individual tasks, including preparing and filing tax returns. We work with companies in Dubai and online.

We guarantee:

Strict adherence to deadlines and no fines.
Correct preparation in line with the law. The work is done by professional accountants familiar with UAE law and practice.
Confidentiality and security of your corporate data.
A fixed price — from AED 1,000.
Support if the tax authorities have any queries or requests.

If you also qualify for a VAT refund, we're ready to help carry out that procedure correctly and give general recommendations for legally reducing your tax burden.

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1000+
returns filed without a single error
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different business sectors served
78
past-period reporting recoveries completed
37
audits passed without reservations
14
previously paid fines refunded
Frequently asked questions
What documents are needed to register for VAT?
The trade licence, incorporation documents, the owner's/director's passport and Emirates ID, bank details, and the company's turnover data. We'll confirm the exact list after a free consultation on your case.
What if the company had no activity during the reporting period?
The return still needs to be filed — with zero figures. Skipping the filing, even with no transactions, leads to a late-filing fine.
Can VAT be reclaimed from the state budget?
Yes, if input VAT exceeds output VAT for the period. We'll help carry out the refund procedure correctly — this service is arranged separately.
What is the VAT return filing deadline?
The 28th of the month following the end of the period. With monthly filing, that's the 28th of every month; with quarterly filing, the 28th of the month after the quarter. The frequency is stated on your registration certificate.
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