United Arab Emirates — VAT News

UAE VAT in 2026: E-Invoicing, Stronger Compliance Rules, and a Shift Toward Real-Time Enforcement

The UAE's VAT system, now eight years old, moved on five distinct fronts in 2026: a major e-invoicing mandate built on a genuinely different technical model than its Gulf neighbors, a set of VAT law amendments that tighten refund timelines and shift evidentiary burden onto buyers, a quietly retroactive correction to how tolls and parking are taxed, an expanded refund scheme for citizens building homes, and a narrower anti-fraud measure on scrap metal.

Administrative News·May 11

UAE Extends E-Invoicing ASP Appointment Deadline to October 2026

UAE Ministry of Finance has extended the deadline for large businesses to appoint Accredited Service Providers for e-invoicing to 30 October 2026, while relaxing ASP accreditation rules to allow white-label models and outsourcing arrangements.

Administrative News·May 9

Dubai Customs Introduces Temporary Green Corridor for Cargo Moving Through Oman

Dubai Customs introduces temporary facilitation allowing cargo transit from Dubai ports to international destinations through Oman's Green Corridor at Hatta, effective April 4, 2026.

Official Guidance·Apr 23

Dubai Customs to Allow Customs Declarations to Be Signed Using UAE PASS from 10 May 2026

Dubai Customs will allow UAE PASS as alternative to digital certificates for signing customs declarations through authorized company representatives.

Law & Regulation·Apr 11

UAE FTA Updates VAT Refund Guide for Nationals Building New Residences

The UAE Federal Tax Authority released major updates to its VAT refund guide for Emirati nationals on April 10, 2026, introducing digital processing and clarifying residence definitions.

Policy Development·Jun 22

UAE VAT in 2026: E-Invoicing, Stronger Compliance Rules, and a Shift Toward Real-Time Enforcement

Administrative News·May 11

UAE Extends E-Invoicing ASP Appointment Deadline to October 2026

Administrative News·May 9

Dubai Customs Introduces Temporary Green Corridor for Cargo Moving Through Oman

Dubai Customs introduces temporary facilitation allowing cargo transit from Dubai ports to international destinations through Oman's Green Corridor at Hatta, effective April 4, 2026.

Official Guidance·Apr 23

Dubai Customs to Allow Customs Declarations to Be Signed Using UAE PASS from 10 May 2026

Dubai Customs will allow UAE PASS as alternative to digital certificates for signing customs declarations through authorized company representatives.

Law & Regulation·Apr 11

UAE FTA Updates VAT Refund Guide for Nationals Building New Residences

The UAE Federal Tax Authority released major updates to its VAT refund guide for Emirati nationals on April 10, 2026, introducing digital processing and clarifying residence definitions.

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