When is VAT registration mandatory in the UAE?

For resident businesses, when taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over the past 12 months, or are expected to within the next 30 days (tax.gov.ae).

When can I register voluntarily?

When taxable supplies and imports, or taxable expenses, exceed AED 187,500 over the past 12 months or are expected to within 30 days.

UAE VAT registration checker

See whether your figure sits below voluntary, in the voluntary band, or above the mandatory AED 375,000 line.

Taxable supplies + imports (or taxable expenses) in AEDPast 12 months, or expected in the next 30 days (FTA registration rules).

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Voluntary registration may be available

Between voluntary (AED 187,500.00) and mandatory (AED 375,000.00). You may apply to register voluntarily if taxable supplies, imports or taxable expenses clear that bar.

Non-resident rules differ. Confirm on tax.gov.ae before you file.

Source: FTA Registration for VAT. Last checked: 2026-10-11.

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When is VAT registration mandatory in the UAE?: For resident businesses, when taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over the past 12 months, or are expected to within the next 30 days (tax.gov.ae).
When can I register voluntarily?: When taxable supplies and imports, or taxable expenses, exceed AED 187,500 over the past 12 months or are expected to within 30 days.

Not tax advice. Check figures and deadlines yourself or with your advisor. Facts on this page last checked: 2026-10-11.