A VAT refund guide to United Arab Emirates
How to get VAT Refunds from United Arab Emirates for your business
Businesses registered in countries outside of United Arab Emirates can claim VAT refunds on any costs incurred in United Arab Emirates.
The below information details the requirements needed to be eligible for a VAT refund. This includes claimable expense types, United Arab Emirates VAT rates, deadlines and claiming periods.
Which countries have reciprocity with United Arab Emirates?
Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Isle of Man, Kuwait, Lebanon (in certain circumstances), Luxembourg, Namibia (please note that refunds are only available for business goods that are exported, not for services consumed in the UAE), the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa (please note that refunds are only available for expenses relating to goods that are exported from a designated UAE port within 90 days, does not apply to services), South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Zimbabwe
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What expenses are claimable in United Arab Emirates?
Entertainment
Entertainment
0%
Accommodation
5%
Events
Admission to Fairs & Exhibitions
5%
Training Courses & Seminars
5%
Travel Related
Hiring of Means of Transport
0%
Public Transport
0%
Taxis
0%
General Expenses
Goods
5%
Inter-company charges
5%
Office Expenses
5%
Marketing Costs
5%
Professional Fees & AP invoices
5%
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