Types of VAT registration we handle
- Mandatory VAT registration for businesses above AED 375,000
- Voluntary VAT registration from AED 187,500, so you can reclaim VAT on your costs
- VAT group registration for related companies under common control
- VAT registration for non-resident businesses making supplies in the UAE
Should you register voluntarily?
Voluntary VAT registration lets a growing business recover the VAT it pays on rent, equipment and other costs. It also means filing regular VAT returns, so we look at your numbers and tell you honestly whether it's worth it.
Watch the 30-day window
Once your taxable supplies pass AED 375,000, you have 30 days to apply. Applying late brings an AED 10,000 penalty.
Documents required for VAT registration
- Trade licence
- Memorandum of Association or partnership agreement
- Emirates ID and passport of owners and manager
- Turnover declaration or sales figures for the last 12 months
- Bank account details (IBAN letter)
- Customs registration number, if you import or export
How VATAXSYS handles your VAT registration
Turnover check
We confirm whether registration is mandatory or voluntary and your deadline.
Documents
You share your licence, IDs and sales records.
Application on EmaraTax
We prepare your VAT registration and answer FTA questions.
TRN issued
You receive your TRN and a guide to issuing VAT invoices.
VAT Registration FAQs
When is VAT registration mandatory in the UAE?
When your taxable supplies and imports over the past 12 months exceed AED 375,000, or you expect them to exceed that amount in the next 30 days.
Can I register for VAT voluntarily?
Yes. You can register voluntarily if your taxable supplies or taxable expenses exceed AED 187,500 in the past 12 months or are expected to in the next 30 days.
How long does VAT registration take?
The FTA usually reviews a complete application within 20 business days. Missing or unclear documents cause most delays.
Can I charge VAT before I receive my TRN?
No. You can only charge VAT and issue tax invoices once your TRN has been issued.