A formal review of an FTA decision you believe is incorrect.
A VAT reconsideration is a formal request submitted to the Federal Tax Authority asking it to review a decision — such as a penalty, assessment, or registration outcome — that a business believes was issued incorrectly.
% At A Glance
Reviews FTA decisions on VAT penalties, assessments, or registration
Must be submitted with supporting evidence and justification
Has to be filed within the FTA's specified time limit
Who Needs This
If you've received a decision you disagree with, this applies to you.
Any VAT-registered business, or applicant, that has received an FTA decision — a penalty, assessment, or rejection — it believes was issued in error, and wants that decision formally reviewed.
Timing
The reconsideration window is time-limited.
Reconsideration requests must generally be submitted within 40 business days of being notified of the FTA's decision. Timing matters, so early action once you receive a decision is important.
What You'll Need
Documents for a VAT reconsideration request.
Copy of the FTA decision or notice being challenged
Supporting evidence and documentation
A written justification for the reconsideration
Relevant VAT returns or records
Why This Matters
What's at risk if you miss the window.
Missing the reconsideration window means losing the right to formally challenge that decision through this route
An incomplete or poorly evidenced request risks rejection
A well-prepared request improves the chance of a favorable outcome
VAT At A Glance
The UAE VAT treatment your case may relate to.
Reconsideration requests often relate to how VAT was applied in the first place — a quick reference to the standard UAE VAT treatment.
Standard-rated supplies5%
Zero-rated supplies0%
Exempt suppliesNo VAT charged, no input recovery
Why Choose HayyaTax
A well-evidenced case, submitted on time.
VAT reconsideration requests handled by the same team managing your wider VAT compliance.
FTA-Approved Tax Agent
Backed by a firm authorized to represent you directly with the Federal Tax Authority.
Deadline-Driven Process
We track your notification date and prepare well within the 40-business-day window.
VAT & Corporate Tax Under One Roof
Handled by the same team managing your wider tax compliance, not a disconnected specialist.
Evidenced, Practical Cases
We build a fully evidenced, well-argued submission, not a generic template.
How It Works
From case review to FTA follow-up.
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Step 01
Case Review & Evidence Gathering
We review the FTA's decision and gather the supporting evidence for your case.
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Step 02
Reconsideration Request Preparation
We prepare a fully evidenced, well-argued request within the FTA's time limit.
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Step 03
Submission & FTA Follow-Up
We submit your request and follow up with the FTA on your behalf.
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Step 04
Outcome Support
We advise on next steps once the FTA responds, whichever way it goes.
What's At Stake
What's at risk, and how we help.
ViolationPenaltyHow HayyaTax helps
Missing the 40-business-day windowLoses the right to formally challenge the decision via reconsiderationWe track your notification date and prepare well within the window
Weak or missing supporting evidenceIncreased risk the request is rejectedWe build a fully evidenced, well-argued submission
Why work with HayyaTax
Excellence. Expertise. Experience.
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10+
Years of Experience
Hands-on UAE tax and accounting work across the team.
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FTA
Approved Tax Agent
Authorized to represent clients directly with the Federal Tax Authority.
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Expert
Professional Team
Qualified tax and accounting professionals supporting every engagement.
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FTA-Aligned
Filing Standards
Every submission built to the FTA's own requirements.
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FTA Credentials
An FTA-registered & approved tax agency in the UAE.
HayyaTax is an FTA-approved Tax Agent, authorized to represent clients directly with the Federal Tax Authority — including preparing and submitting reconsideration requests on your behalf.
✅ FTA-Approved Tax Agent
✅ Direct FTA Representation
✅ VAT & Corporate Tax Under One Roof
FTA-Approved Tax Agent
Authorized to represent clients directly with the Federal Tax Authority.
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions on VAT reconsideration.
What is a VAT reconsideration? ⌄
It's a formal request asking the FTA to review a decision — such as a penalty, assessment, or registration outcome — that you believe was issued incorrectly.
How long do I have to file one? ⌄
Generally 40 business days from when you're notified of the FTA's decision — the exact date on your notice is what matters, so check it as soon as you receive it.
What happens if my request is rejected? ⌄
There are further escalation routes available under UAE tax procedures — we'll advise on the options specific to your case if this happens.
Does filing a reconsideration pause any payment obligation? ⌄
Not automatically in every case — check the specific terms of your notice, and we'll advise on how this applies to your situation.
Can HayyaTax submit the request on my behalf? ⌄
Yes — as an FTA-approved Tax Agent, we can prepare and submit reconsideration requests directly with the FTA.
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