VAT Refund

Since the introduction of VAT in the UAE, the firm and its reputable team of tax specialists help clients eligible for Vat Refund which are as follows:

VAT Refund Services UAE

When your tax return has a greater input VAT than output VAT.  Meanwhile, you will be able to request, as a taxpayer, a refund of the excess amount with the help of Forever Rich Accounting and Tax Services  regulated tax consultant in Dubai. Input VAT is a tax payable for items (goods and services) purchased by a business or taxable person in UAE. The output VAT, on the other hand, is collected tax on items sold by businesses or taxable persons in UAE.
Eligibility in obtaining VAT Refunds:- 

Since the introduction of VAT in the UAE, the firm and its reputable team of tax specialists help clients eligible for VAT refunds which are as follows:

A taxable person or business entity that has paid an excess amount for VAT

Tourists or foreign businesses visiting the UAE, Foreign governments, military bodies, institutions, international organizations, and the like that have incurred VAT for any item that is supplied in UAE

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VAT Refunds for Tourists and Foreign Businesses

Non-residents that are visiting the UAE are able to claim refunds for VAT paid while in the country with the help of our experts. The firm has helped non-residents in reclaiming VAT, such as: Taxable individuals that are residents of a GCC member state
A non-resident of a GCC member state that meets any of the following conditions that are listed below:
Must not have a supply of items (goods and/or services) that make it liable in paying VAT in UAE or any GCC member state during a tax period in which a VAT refund application relates However, must VAT registered or registered for business in the country of domicile

Am I eligible for a VAT refund in Dubai?

Tourists visiting the UAE may be eligible for a VAT refund on purchases made in the country. However, specific eligibility criteria may apply, such as a minimum purchase amount per receipt.

What are the requirements for getting a VAT refund?

To be eligible for a VAT refund, tourists generally need to meet the following criteria:

  • Be a non-resident visitor to the UAE.
  • Purchase goods from retailers that are participating in the VAT refund scheme.
  • Depart the UAE within the designated time frame, usually within 90 days from the date of purchase.
Which purchases are eligible for VAT refund?

In most cases, only tangible goods (not services) that are intended for personal or family use are eligible for a VAT refund.

How do I claim a VAT refund?

The process of claiming a VAT refund usually involves the following steps:

  • Request a tax invoice from the retailer at the time of purchase, which should clearly state that the VAT is refundable.
  • At the airport or port of departure, go to the designated VAT refund counter with the purchased items, tax invoices, and your passport.
  • Fill out the necessary forms and provide the required documentation.
  • Receive the refund either in cash or through a credit card refund, depending on the refund operator.
What is the minimum purchase amount for VAT refund?

The minimum purchase amount required to be eligible for a VAT refund may vary, but it was typically around AED 250 during my last update. Smaller purchases might not be eligible for a refund.

Is there a time limit for claiming the VAT refund?

Yes, tourists usually need to claim the VAT refund before departing the UAE, and the time limit was 90 days from the date of purchase.

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