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In our March 2025 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued Public Clarification VATP040, which provides further guidance regarding specific amendments introduced by Cabinet Decision No. 100 of 2024 to the UAE VAT Executive Regulations.​ This alert does not encompass all amendments; rather, it focuses on the key clarifications issued by the FTA that present new interpretations or significant updates beyond prior knowledge. Read the article to learn more:

The GCC region is undergoing a major digital transformation in tax administration, with e-invoicing systems leading the way and the UAE is at the forefront of this change. Recently, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) released a Public Consultation paper on e-invoicing, with Grant Thornton actively participating to provide valuable feedback.

In our February 2025 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has issued the Public Consultation Document (PCD) on e-invoicing, marking a major milestone in the UAE's digital transformation. Stakeholders are encouraged to provide their feedback by February 27, 2025. Read our detailed article to understand the full impact of the PCD and learn how to prepare your business for e-invoicing.

In our January 2025 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) VAT Executive Regulations (VAT ER) came into effect on 15 November 2024 and will significantly impact businesses across industries. Specific amendments were made relating to input tax apportionment and these will be crucial for businesses engaged in providing exempt supplies in the UAE.

In our December 2024 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

In our November 2024 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

As part of a series of developments announced by the Ministry of Finance on e-invoicing implementation, the latest update introduces amendments to the VAT Law to incorporate the changes for e-invoicing implementation. Our alert summarizes these changes and offer guidance on how businesses can prepare effectively for e-invoicing.

In our October 2024 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

We hosted an insightful webinar on tax governance and risk management in the evolving UAE tax landscape. Our session covered critical topics such as tax governance frameworks, strategic tax policy development, compliance and reporting, transfer pricing, and VAT procedures. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with experts during our interactive Q&A session, equipping them with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of the new tax era.

The UAE has introduced significant amendments to the VAT Executive Regulations, effective from 15 November 2024. These changes will have a profound impact on businesses across the UAE. Key updates include the inclusion of digital assets, relief for proof of export, extension of input VAT recoverability for medical insurance for dependents, and changes in zero-rating provisions for services. Curious about how these changes might affect your business? Grant Thornton UAE has prepared a comprehensive summary of all these changes. Don’t miss out on this essential guide to understanding the key changes in the new regulations.

In our September 2024 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

In our August 2024 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.

In our July 2024 edition of GT’s regional monthly Tax Newsletter, we provide the latest Tax news updates affecting International Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Indirect Taxes in the UAE and across the Middle East region.