Overpaid VAT? We'll get back what you're legally owed

If input VAT (paid to suppliers) exceeds output VAT, the company is entitled to a refund of the difference from the FTA. Many companies don't use this right simply because the process seems complicated.

What's included in this service:

Checking whether expenses meet the refund criteria
Preparing the VAT return and adjusting the books
Preparing and submitting the refund application to the FTA
Corresponding with the tax authorities and resolving objections
Checking calculations and source documents
Consultations on optimizing VAT accounting for future periods

You definitely need this service if:

You're registered as a VAT payer

You purchase goods or services for the business with input VAT

Total input VAT exceeds output VAT

You recently registered the company and incurred start-up expenses

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What you lose by not applying for a refund

The cost of the service is from AED 1,500.
Payment only after the refund — no risk.

A direct financial loss Overpaid VAT simply stays unrefunded

FTA rejection The next application attempt is blocked for up to 6 months

Loss of the offset Inability to offset the VAT in future periods

How the VAT refund process works

From AED 1,500 — payment only after the result

Checking eligibility for a refund

We analyze the expenses and determine which portion of input VAT is refundable.

Preparing the return

We adjust the books and prepare the VAT return stating the refundable amount.

Submitting the application to the FTA

We prepare and submit the refund application and correspond with the tax authority if needed.

Support until the funds are received

We track the application status and respond to FTA requests until the refund is transferred.

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3 reasons to choose us

Experience with VAT refunds

We know the FTA's document requirements and know how to prepare applications that pass review.

We work until we get results

We correspond with the tax authority and resolve objections until the refund is actually received.

No risk

You pay for the service only after the money has arrived in the company's account.

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.

Olga Melnikova

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!

Andrey Nosikov

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.

Elena Samokhvalova

Owner, Optimum Setup LLC

VAT refund for a company in the UAE

Companies registered as VAT payers often pay more tax than they charge — especially when starting a business or with zero-rated export transactions. The difference can and should be reclaimed through the FTA.

The refund process takes an average of 20 business days from the application date, plus up to 5 days for the funds to be transferred once approved.

Why you should leave the refund to specialists

Calculation errors or an incomplete document package are common reasons for FTA rejections, after which a repeat attempt isn't possible for several months. We check everything in advance so the application succeeds the first time.

A full review of expenses. We determine exactly which input VAT amounts are refundable.

Correct preparation. We prepare the return and application to minimize the risk of rejection.

Payment after the result. Price from AED 1,500 — you pay only after the money has been refunded.

Leave a request on the site to check how much VAT your company could reclaim.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for a VAT refund?

Companies registered as VAT payers whose input VAT exceeds output VAT for the reporting period — for example, due to large purchases, start-up expenses, or zero-rated export supplies.

How do you apply for a VAT refund?

The application is submitted through the FTA portal together with the VAT return. We take care of preparing the calculations, the documents, and the submission itself.

What documents are needed for the refund?

Invoices and source documents for purchases, tax invoices showing VAT, bank statements, and returns for the reporting period. We check the package is complete before submitting.

How long does a VAT refund take?

An average of 20 business days for the FTA to review the application, plus up to 5 days for the funds to be transferred once approved.

What if the application is rejected?

We figure out the reason for the rejection, address the issues, and prepare a resubmission that accounts for the FTA's requirements.

What is the consultant's role in the refund process?

We check the calculations, prepare the documents, submit the application, and correspond with the FTA until the refund is received — you're only involved to provide the source documents.

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VAT refund/return

Overpaid VAT? We'll get back what you're legally owed

What you lose by not applying for a refund

What our clients say

VAT refund for a company in the UAE

Why you should leave the refund to specialists

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