For VAT purposes in the UAE, Designated Zones are treated as being outside the State and other Implementing States. Although considered outside the State, moving Goods from within the State to a Designated Zone is not deemed an export of Goods. This means that supplying…
This exemption is specific to VAT and does not apply to customs duties, which may still need to be paid. Let’s look at the types of imports exempt from VAT Registration: Goods imported by the armed forces, including the military and internal security forces, are…
There is often confusion surrounding zero rate, exempt, and out of scope supplies under UAE VAT legislation. While VAT Registration is not charged on any of these supplies, there are key differences to understand. Zero rate supplies are considered taxable, so VAT Registration uae is…
