VAT Return Filing
Accurate VAT Return Filing with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), ensuring timely submissions and full compliance with UAE tax regulations.
About VAT Return Filing
VAT Return Filing is the process through which VAT registered businesses report their taxable sales, purchases, output VAT collected, and input VAT paid to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). Businesses operating in the UAE are required to submit VAT returns accurately and within the deadlines specified by the FTA to remain compliant with UAE tax regulations.
VAT returns are generally filed on a quarterly basis unless the Federal Tax Authority assigns a monthly filing period. Businesses must ensure that all financial records, invoices, and supporting documents are properly maintained to support accurate VAT reporting and calculations.
Under UAE VAT regulations, VAT returns and any payable tax amounts must be submitted within 28 days following the end of the assigned tax period. Missing filing deadlines or submitting inaccurate returns may result in administrative penalties and compliance issues.
Typical Quarterly VAT Return Deadlines
- January to March → Due by 28 April
- April to June → Due by 28 July
- July to September → Due by 28 October
- October to December → Due by 28 January
At Oakmont, we assist businesses with VAT calculations, return preparation, compliance reviews, and timely submissions to help ensure accurate reporting and smooth communication with the Federal Tax Authority.
How Oakmont delivers this service.
Financial Record Review
We begin by reviewing your financial records, invoices, and accounting data to ensure all VAT related transactions are properly organized and compliant with UAE VAT regulations.
VAT Calculation & Reconciliation
Our team calculates output VAT and input VAT while reconciling transactions to identify discrepancies and ensure accurate reporting before submission.
VAT Return Preparation
We prepare your VAT return in accordance with Federal Tax Authority requirements, ensuring all taxable supplies, expenses, and adjustments are correctly reported.
Filing with the Federal Tax Authority
Once reviewed and approved, we submit the VAT return through the FTA portal within the required filing deadlines to help avoid penalties and compliance issues.
Compliance Monitoring & Advisory
We provide ongoing support by monitoring filing schedules, reviewing VAT obligations, and advising businesses on regulatory updates and compliance requirements.
Ongoing Support & Documentation Assistance
Our team continues to support businesses with VAT related documentation, audit preparation, record keeping guidance, and communication with the Federal Tax Authority when required.
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