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Ahmed Khan is a UAE-based tax policy analyst who tracks Federal Tax Authority and Ministry of Finance announcements, Cabinet Decisions and treaty developments across the GCC.

How to Respond If You Receive an FTA Information Request Letter

FTA information request letter responses require careful attention and timely action to maintain compliance with UAE tax regulations. Receiving such a letter from the Federal Tax Authority can be concerning, but understanding the proper response process ensures your business remains in good standing with tax authorities.​ The Federal Tax Authority in the UAE has the authority …

FTA Information - Tax News

Audit Services in Dubai 2026: New Standards, Rules & Compliance Updates

Audit Services in Dubai Audit services in Dubai 2026 have become increasingly vital as new financial reporting standards, compliance rules, and Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations take effect. With evolving audit requirements under UAE Corporate Tax and enhanced global accounting frameworks, businesses must stay compliant to maintain transparency and credibility. Understanding the Importance of Audit Services …

Audit Services in Dubai - Taxnews

UAE Accounting Checklist: Records You Must Keep for Corporate Tax and VAT Audits

UAE accounting checklist is essential for every business to maintain compliance with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations for both Corporate Tax and VAT audits. The UAE accounting checklist requires businesses to maintain comprehensive financial records, tax invoices, and supporting documents for specified retention periods to avoid penalties and ensure smooth audit processes. ​UAE accounting checklist compliance …

UAE Accounting - Tax News

Management Reports Every UAE Founder Should Review Each Month: Essential Financial Tracking

Management reports for UAE founders are the backbone of informed decision-making and sustainable business growth. Whether you're running a startup in Dubai or managing an established enterprise in Abu Dhabi, regularly reviewing the right financial and operational reports can mean the difference between thriving and merely surviving in the competitive UAE market. Why Monthly Management Reports …

UAE Founder - Tax News

VAT on Imports and Customs in the UAE: What SMEs Often Miss

VAT on imports UAE is one of the most complex areas of tax compliance for small and medium enterprises. While many business owners understand basic Value Added Tax principles for domestic transactions, the rules governing imported goods often create confusion and costly mistakes. Understanding how customs duties, excise taxes, and the reverse charge mechanism work together …

VAT on Imports - Tax News

UAE Tax Changes 2026: Year-in-Review of Critical Updates Businesses Ignorede

UAE Tax Changes 2026 UAE tax changes 2026 brought significant regulatory shifts that many businesses either overlooked or failed to implement properly. As we close another transformative year for the UAE's tax landscape, it's crucial to understand which updates caught businesses off-guard and how these changes will impact operations in 2027 and beyond. The Federal Tax …

UAE Tax Changes 2026 - Taxnews

Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT): What New UAE Rules Mean for Groups

Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT) Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT) has emerged as a transformative component of the UAE's evolving tax landscape, marking the country's alignment with international tax standards under the OECD's Pillar Two framework. The UAE Ministry of Finance announced that the DMTT will be effective for financial years starting on or after January …

Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax - Taxnews

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