VALUE ADDED TAX (VAT) IS…

VAT CONSULTANCY SERVICES IN UAE

Value Added Tax (VAT) is an indirect tax imposed on the consumption of goods and services. Businesses in UAE need to register under the VAT law to get their business approved by the government, to seize a mass market, to expand business profile, and more. If you are a business owner looking for VAT consultancy services in UAE, MBA will help you avail various VAT related services including VAT registration, VAT deregistration, VAT accounting, VAT return filing, etc. 

UAE VAT Consultants

The UAE has entered into the world of Taxes very recently. The government introduced Excise Tax with effect from 1st October 2017 and the Value Added Tax (VAT) from 1st January 2018. The applied rate of Excise tax for carbonated drinks is at 50% and for tobacco and energy drinks, it is 100%. At the same time, the VAT rate is applicable at a minimal rate of 5%. 

As per the Federal Law No.2 of 2015 on Commercial Companies, the tax registered companies should follow the mandatory regulations as discussed below: –

Article 26 of the Federal Law No.2 of 2015.

Every organization or company must maintain the accounting reports for the duration of 5 years.

Article 348 of the Federal Law No.2 of 2015.

A fine of AED 50,000 – AED 500,000 will be imposed for failing in keeping the accounting records.

Article 349 of the Federal Law No.2 of 2015.

A fine of AED 20,000 – AED 200,000 will be enforced if the company fails to maintain the VAT filing records for the specified period of 5 years. 

Availing professional VAT consultancy services in UAE will be beneficial for you to manage your VAT activities seamlessly, avoid errors and fraud plays.  MBA has a team of expert VAT consultants in UAE, who offer impeccable VAT services to clients from various domains.  

Why you Need a VAT Consultant in UAE?

Why do you need a VAT Consultant in UAE? As VAT is a newly implemented idea in the region, it requires the advice of trained and skilled Tax professionals to support the businesses in complying with the laws in the initial stages of this evolution. Many companies are not aware of the need for VAT registration, and the rules and regulations of calculating VAT and the process of the payment.

You will have the following advantages of having the help of a VAT Consultant: –

• Precision

The precision of data is ensured by the VAT consultants by taking extra care. They cross-check the VAT files with the help of advanced technology and manual reviews. 

• Greater knowledge

The best VAT consultant is equipped with greater knowledge about everything related to VAT. As a beginner, this knowledge can help you to understand various VAT rates and calculate the amount, and to pay on time.

• Mistake free

The long-term experience and skill of a professional VAT consultant will ensure that the VAT return will be mistake-free which will save your time and money.

• Minimise the time

A well-experienced VAT professional can save your time essential for examination, valuations and calculation of the risks associated with the company.

• Enable easy VAT registration & VAT Filing

Since VAT registration is mandatory for businesses which are above the threshold limit, VAT consultants can provide clear guidance on the process of VAT registration and VAT filing.

• Proper maintenance of records

A VAT specialist can help you in creating files and proper maintenance of records to keep you ready for vat audit. They can provide expert advice on financial matters also.

• Lower the risk

An expert VAT professional has a better industry experience to handle all kinds of risks in business. He can give you better advice on how to reduce the potential risks associated with VAT.