UAE VAT & Excise Tax Advisory & Compliance - M B M Consulting

VAT Registration, Filing & Deregistration

We provide end-to-end VAT compliance support across the full lifecycle of VAT registration and reporting.

Our services include:

1. Assessment of VAT applicability and registration thresholds
2. VAT registration and deregistration through the EmaraTax portal
3. Monthly or quarterly VAT return preparation and filing
4. Review of VAT disclosures prior to submission

VAT Health Checks & Compliance Reviews

Our VAT health checks help identify errors and compliance gaps before they lead to penalties or audits.

Scope includes:

1. Review of VAT treatment on sales, purchases, and special transactions
2. Verification of VAT reporting accuracy and documentation
3. Identification of under-reported or over-reported VAT
4. Practical recommendations to improve controls and compliance

VAT Refund Claims

We assist businesses with VAT refund applications, including complex and high-value claims.

Our support includes:

1. Real estate VAT refunds (residential and commercial cases)
2. Business visitor VAT refunds
3. Special refund schemes and government-related cases
4. Preparation of refund submissions and supporting documentation
5. Follow-up and coordination with the FTA

Voluntary Disclosures (VAT & Excise)

We support businesses in correcting past VAT and Excise errors through Voluntary Disclosure submissions.

Our approach includes:

1. Identification and quantification of errors
2. Evaluation of penalty exposure
3. Preparation and submission of Voluntary Disclosure Forms
4. Advisory on mitigating penalties through timely disclosure

VAT Audits, Clarifications & FTA Support

We provide structured support during VAT audits and FTA inquiries.

This includes:

1. Drafting and submission of clarification requests to the FTA
2. Representation during VAT audits, reviews, and field visits
3. Collation and review of supporting documentation
4. Preparation of formal responses and explanations

E-Invoicing Readiness & VAT Digital Compliance

We support businesses in preparing for UAE e-invoicing and digital VAT compliance requirements, ensuring systems, processes, and data structures are aligned with current and upcoming FTA standards.

Our e-invoicing support includes:

1. Assessment of e-invoicing applicability and readiness
2. Review of existing invoicing processes and VAT data quality
3. Advisory on FTA-compliant invoice formats and data fields
4. Coordination with ERP and accounting systems for e-invoicing integration
5. Support with ASP selection and implementation (vendor-neutral)
6. Controls and documentation to ensure ongoing VAT compliance

This service ensures businesses are future-ready while maintaining VAT accuracy and audit defensibility.

Excise Tax Advisory & Compliance

We assist businesses dealing in Excise Tax-applicable goods with registration and ongoing compliance.

Our Excise Tax services include:

1. Excise Tax registration and deregistration
2. Product listing and approvals with the FTA
3. Excise Tax return preparation and filing
4. Advisory on designated zones and bonded warehouse arrangements
5. Ongoing Excise compliance monitoring

VAT & Excise Penalties, Refunds & Disputes

We assist clients with:

1. VAT and Excise penalty waiver applications
2. Reconsideration and appeal filings
3. Technical position memos aligned with UAE tax legislation
4. Engagement with the FTA during dispute resolution

Representation Before the Federal Tax Authority

As a licensed FTA Tax Agent, we:

1. Represent clients in VAT and Excise audits and reviews
2. Manage FTA correspondence and clarifications
3. Act as a single point of contact with the tax authority