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VAT Compliance in UAE: How Accountants Can Help Your Business

Since the introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the UAE in 2018, VAT compliance has become a critical component of doing business across all sectors. With the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) stepping up audits and enforcement in 2025, ensuring timely and accurate VAT compliance is not just advisable — it’s essential.

At AVS Lewis & Pecker Auditing, we specialize in helping businesses stay fully compliant with UAE VAT regulations, while optimizing financial efficiency and minimizing risk.

Why VAT Compliance Matters More Than Ever in 2025

The FTA continues to refine its audit systems and data analytics capabilities, meaning non-compliant businesses are more likely than ever to face:

  • Administrative penalties
  • Delayed VAT refunds
  • Reputational damage
  • Legal consequences

With many businesses still grappling with filing errors, improper record-keeping, and incorrect VAT treatment, the role of professional accountants has never been more vital.

How Accountants Help You Stay VAT-Compliant

1. Accurate VAT Registration and Classification

Accountants help determine whether your business must register for VAT (mandatory or voluntary) and guide you on choosing the correct tax group structures — especially if you operate across multiple licenses or free zones.

2. Proper Tax Invoice Management

We ensure your invoicing follows FTA requirements — including mandatory fields, Arabic-English format, and correct application of standard or zero-rated VAT.

3. Timely VAT Return Filing

Our team prepares and submits your VAT returns (Form VAT201) accurately and on time, ensuring:

  • All input tax is appropriately claimed
  • Output tax is correctly calculated
  • Errors or discrepancies are flagged before submission

4. VAT Reconciliation and Reporting

Reconciliations between VAT returns and financial records help avoid red flags during FTA audits. We support:

  • Monthly/quarterly reconciliation
  • Adjustments for credit notes, bad debts, and import VAT


Handling FTA Audits and Assessments

Facing an FTA audit? We assist you in preparing documentation, responding to queries, and defending your position — minimizing risk and penalties.

VAT Health Check & Risk Assessment

We conduct periodic VAT health checks to identify risks, potential overpayments, or under-declared liabilities — so you’re always audit-ready.

Sector-Specific VAT Advisory

Different industries face unique VAT challenges. AVS Lewis & Pecker Auditing provides tailored VAT advisory for:

  • Real estate and construction
  • Gold and precious metals
  • E-commerce and digital platforms
  • Free zone and Designated Zone entities
  • International trade and logistics


Benefits of Partnering with AVS Lewis & Pecker Auditing

  • Deep knowledge of UAE VAT legislation
  • Experienced team of qualified tax advisors and accountants
  • End-to-end support: from registration to filing, and audit defense
  • Transparent pricing and flexible service packages
  • Compliance tools and checklists to streamline processes


Be Proactive. Be Compliant.

AVS Lewis & Pecker Auditing is your trusted partner in achieving full VAT compliance and financial peace of mind in the UAE.

Contact us today for a free VAT compliance consultation and let’s keep your business on the right side of the law.