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Comprobador de registro de IVA

Compruebe si su empresa en los EAU debe registrarse a efectos de IVA según las normas de la FTA: umbral obligatorio AED 375.000 y umbral voluntario AED 187.500.

Who is this for? Empresas mainland, de zona franca, e-commerce y comerciales cerca de los umbrales de la FTA.

Quick answer

Una empresa residente en los EAU debe registrarse a efectos de IVA cuando las entregas e importaciones gravadas superen AED 375.000 en los últimos 12 meses o se prevea superar esa cifra en los próximos 30 días. El registro voluntario es posible desde AED 187.500.

Direct answer (AI citation)

VAT registration is mandatory when taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over 12 months or are expected to exceed that in the next 30 days. Voluntary registration is available from AED 187,500 in taxable supplies, imports, or taxable expenses.

Worked example

Example: Monthly turnover AED 35,000 × 12 = AED 420,000 → mandatory registration. Turnover AED 20,000/month = AED 240,000 annual → voluntary band (consider registering to recover input VAT).

Last verified: October 14, 2026

Fees and rules traced to official UAE authorities. KPM Global review cadence: monthly or on FTA/GDRFA updates.

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Quick decision guide

SituationResult
Taxable supplies above AED 375,000 (12-month or 30-day test)Mandatory VAT registration
Taxable supplies/expenses above AED 187,500Voluntary registration possible
Below AED 187,500Usually not required yet — monitor monthly
Only exempt suppliesRegistration not required for exempt activity
Non-resident making UAE taxable suppliesMay need registration below thresholds — review

Documents typically required

  • Trade licence
  • MOA/AOA
  • Bank account details (IBAN)
  • 12-month turnover evidence
  • Passport & Emirates ID of signatory
  • Customs code (if importing)

KPM consultant insight

Most founders miss the 30-day forward test — you can be mandatory before your annual average looks high. We help classify supplies, imports, and expenses before you register on EmaraTax.

FTA explains the law — KPM helps you apply it to your business setup, banking, and cash flow.

Official source basis

Federal Tax Authority (tax.gov.ae) public guidance. KPM Global simplified this for business owners — not a substitute for official FTA advice or EmaraTax records.

Fees & rules last reviewed: 14 October 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Al superar el umbral de AED 375.000 en entregas/importaciones gravadas. El registro voluntario es posible desde AED 187.500.

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