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HomeServicesVAT Return Filing

Every VAT-registered business in the UAE is legally required to file periodic VAT returns—
typically monthly or quarterly, as assigned by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). These returns
must detail:
• Output Tax collected on sales
• Input Tax paid on purchases and expenses
• Zero-rated and exempt supplies
• Adjustments, corrections, or bad debt relief (if applicable)
The goal is to calculate the net VAT payable or refundable, ensuring accurate reporting and
compliance with UAE VAT Law.

Filing Frequency & Deadlines

  •  Most businesses file quarterly, though some are required to file monthly (e.g., high-
    turnover businesses)
  •  Returns must be submitted within 28 days after the end of the tax period
  • Late filing or payment attracts penalties:
  • AED 1,000 for first offense
  • AED 2,000 for subsequent offenses
  •  2% – 300% in late payment interest
    GPA helps ensure on-time and error-free VAT return filing, every time.

GPA’s VAT Return Filing Services

Filing VAT is more than just submitting numbers—it’s about knowing what’s right,
allowable, and compliant. GPA brings financial clarity and tax accuracy to your filings with
our structured, expert-driven approach.

Our Step-by-Step Process:

Invoice & Transaction Review

• Collect and review all sales (output) and purchase (input) invoices• Verify invoice formats, TRN accuracy, and tax rate applications• Identify any reverse charge mechanisms or cross-border transactions

Reconciliation & Data Validation

• Match your VAT sub-ledgers with trial balance and general ledger• Check for errors in:• VAT codes• Input tax claims (only allowable expenses)• Duplicate entries or non-VAT eligible claims• Identify zero-rated, exempt, and standard-rated supplies correctly

VAT Return Preparation

• Complete the FTA VAT201 Form with precise entries:• Sales/outputs• Imports/exports• Input claims• Adjustments or corrections• Include justifications or notes for:• Adjusted supplies• Partial exemption inputs• Previous period corrections

Management Review & Approval

• Review return summaries with your team• Provide a clear VAT summary report and liability statement• Obtain client approval before submission

FTA Portal Submission

• File your VAT return via the Emara Tax Portal• Monitor filing confirmation and generate payment voucher if required• Guide you on VAT payment process to avoid delays and penalties

What You Need to Provide

• Sales & purchase invoices for the period
• Bank statements
• Trial balance & financial reports
• Inventory records (if applicable)
• Customs declarations for imports/exports
• Expense ledger with VAT codes

Why File VAT Returns with GPA?

  • Full review and error correction before filing
  • Avoid penalties from late or incorrect filings
  • Personalized dashboard and reminders for all tax periods

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