VAT (Value Added Tax) is a small tax added to most goods and services you buy or sell. In the UAE, the standard rate is 5%. Businesses that are registered for VAT collect it from customers and pay it to the government; while also claiming back VAT they paid on business expenses. 

Yes, VAT is generally payable on service charges unless the service qualifies is exempt or zero-rated. 

Zero-rated services are taxable at 0%, meaning VAT is not charged, but businesses can still recover input VAT. Examples include certain exports, international transport, and specific healthcare and educational services.

Indirect taxes are those collected by businesses on behalf of the government, rather than paid directly by consumers. They include VAT, excise tax, and customs duties, and they apply to transactions involving goods, services, imports, or consumption. 

VAT reports are submitted via the FTA portal. We help businesses maintain accurate financial records, prepare compliant VAT returns, reconcile input/output VAT, and avoid errors that could lead to penalties, ensuring smooth and efficient filing with the authorities. 

We offer complete indirect tax advisory in Dubai, including VAT compliance, excise tax advisory, and customs duties support. Our indirect tax services cover registration, return filing, audit readiness, transaction structuring, and end-to-end FTA support, helping businesses stay compliant while optimizing their tax position.