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Digital Tax Stamp in UAE
Digital Tax Stamp Services in Dubai, UAE
Businesses involved in the manufacture or import of certain tobacco and excise products in the UAE must comply with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) Digital Tax Stamp (DTS) requirements. HayyaTax provides Digital Tax Stamp Services in Dubai to help eligible manufacturers and importers understand the DTS requirements, complete the required processes, and maintain compliance with UAE Excise Tax regulations.
Our team can assist businesses with DTS-related requirements, including registration guidance, application support, documentation, stamp ordering procedures, and compliance advisory.
What Is the UAE Digital Tax Stamp Scheme?
What Is the UAE Digital Tax Stamp Scheme?
Digital Tax Stamp Services in Dubai
HayyaTax assists eligible businesses with their UAE Digital Tax Stamp requirements and related Excise Tax compliance.
Our support can include:
Digital Tax Stamp Registration Support
We help eligible manufacturers and importers understand the requirements for accessing the DTS process and preparing the necessary information and supporting documentation.
Digital Tax Stamp Application Support
Our team can assist with the preparation and submission process for Digital Tax Stamp requests through the applicable DTS system.
DTS Certify System Guidance
We provide guidance on the DTS Certify System, including the process for accessing the system, preparing order information and submitting Digital Tax Stamp orders.
Digital Tax Stamp Compliance Advisory
We help businesses understand their DTS obligations and align their processes with applicable FTA requirements for relevant tobacco products.
Excise Tax Compliance Support
Because DTS requirements are connected with Excise Tax compliance, we can also assist businesses with related UAE Excise Tax Services, including registration and compliance requirements.
Who Needs Digital Tax Stamps in the UAE?
The FTA’s current Digital Tax Stamp request service identifies eligible categories including:
- UAE-resident manufacturers of cigarettes
- Manufacturers of electrically heated cigarettes
- Manufacturers of water pipe tobacco (Moasel)
- Importers of these products for domestic sale
- Importers supplying eligible products through UAE duty-free outlets
The exact requirements depend on the nature of the business, the products involved and the intended market. The FTA’s current service information should be checked before submitting a DTS request.
Digital Tax Stamp and Excise Tax Registration
Businesses applying for Digital Tax Stamps must meet applicable FTA requirements. The current FTA service information states that the applicant must be registered for Excise Tax and that the relevant excise goods must be registered in the FTA system.
If your business has not completed the necessary Excise Tax Registration in the UAE, our team can assist you with the related compliance process.
How Does the Digital Tax Stamp Process Work?
The DTS process generally involves several stages, depending on whether the applicant is a manufacturer or importer.
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Determine whether your business and products fall within the categories covered by the Digital Tax Stamp requirements.
Step 2: Complete Excise Tax Requirements
Ensure that the business is registered for Excise Tax and that the relevant excise goods are registered with the FTA where required.
Step 3: Prepare the Required Information
Prepare the relevant business, product and supporting information required for the DTS process.
Step 4: Access the DTS Certify System
Eligible applicants use the applicable DTS Certify System to manage Digital Tax Stamp orders.
Step 5: Submit the Digital Tax Stamp Order
Enter the required order information and submit the request through the DTS system.
Step 6: Manage DTS Compliance
Businesses should maintain appropriate processes to ensure that applicable products continue to comply with Digital Tax Stamp requirements.
Digital Tax Stamp Order Requirements
The FTA’s current service information provides specific requirements for Digital Tax Stamp orders. The minimum order quantity currently stated by the FTA is:
- 70,000 stamps for cigarettes
- 5,000 stamps for water pipe tobacco (Moasel)
- 5,000 stamps for electrically heated cigarettes
The FTA also states that the charge is AED 0.084 per stamp through the service provider, while raising the request itself is free. Requirements and fees should always be verified against the latest FTA information before placing an order.
Digital Tax Stamp Compliance for Duty-Free Products
Digital Tax Stamp requirements can also apply to eligible tobacco products supplied through UAE duty-free markets.
Businesses involved in duty-free supply should ensure that their products and distribution processes comply with the applicable FTA requirements for the relevant market and product category.
HayyaTax can help eligible businesses understand the applicable DTS and Excise Tax compliance requirements.
Why Digital Tax Stamp Compliance Matters
Digital Tax Stamps support the UAE’s efforts to improve the traceability of regulated tobacco products and combat illicit trade.
For businesses, proper DTS compliance can help:
- Support compliance with UAE Excise Tax requirements
- Improve product traceability
- Reduce the risk of non-compliance
- Support accurate supply-chain records
- Prepare businesses for regulatory inspections
- Maintain proper documentation for tax compliance
The FTA continues to conduct market inspections and enforcement activities. In April 2026, the FTA reported that it had confiscated 29.5 million tobacco packs without Digital Tax Stamps during inspections conducted in 2025.
Digital Tax Stamp Services by HayyaTax
HayyaTax provides practical support to businesses dealing with UAE tax and regulatory requirements.
For businesses involved in tobacco products and other excise goods, our specialists can help with:
- Digital Tax Stamp requirements
- DTS application support
- DTS Certify System guidance
- Excise Tax registration
- Excise Tax compliance
- Excise Tax return support
- Regulatory documentation
- FTA compliance advisory
If you are a manufacturer, importer or business involved in regulated tobacco products, we can assess your requirements and guide you through the applicable UAE tax compliance process.
Why Choose HayyaTax?
UAE Tax Compliance Expertise
Our team supports businesses with UAE tax and regulatory requirements across Excise Tax, VAT, Corporate Tax and related compliance areas.
Practical Compliance Support
We focus on practical assistance with documentation, registration, filing and regulatory processes.
Industry-Focused Advisory
Businesses operating in regulated sectors can receive guidance based on their business activities, products and compliance requirements.
End-to-End Tax Support
From Excise Tax registration to ongoing compliance, HayyaTax provides integrated tax support for UAE businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Digital Tax Stamps in the UAE
What is a Digital Tax Stamp in the UAE?
A Digital Tax Stamp is a secure marking and traceability mechanism used by the UAE Federal Tax Authority for specified tobacco products and related excise goods.
Who needs Digital Tax Stamps in the UAE?
The FTA’s current DTS request service includes eligible UAE-resident manufacturers and importers of cigarettes, electrically heated cigarettes and water pipe tobacco (Moasel), subject to the applicable requirements.
Do I need Excise Tax registration before applying for Digital Tax Stamps?
Yes. The FTA currently states that applicants must be registered for Excise Tax and that the relevant excise goods must be registered in the FTA system.
How do I order Digital Tax Stamps in the UAE?
Eligible applicants can use the DTS Certify System to manage and submit Digital Tax Stamp orders after meeting the applicable registration and product requirements.
What is the minimum number of Digital Tax Stamps I can order?
The FTA currently states a minimum order of 70,000 stamps for cigarettes and 5,000 stamps for water pipe tobacco and electrically heated cigarettes.
How much does a Digital Tax Stamp cost?
The FTA’s current service information states that raising the request is free, while AED 0.084 is charged for each stamp by the service provider.
Can HayyaTax help with Digital Tax Stamp requirements?
Yes. HayyaTax can provide guidance and support for Digital Tax Stamp requirements, DTS application processes and related UAE Excise Tax compliance.
How can I get started with HayyaTax?
Contact HayyaTax to discuss your business activity, products and DTS requirements. Our tax specialists can assess your situation and guide you through the applicable compliance process.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Excise Digital Tax Stamp in UAE
The Excise Digital Tax Stamp is a unique, tamper-proof digital label that is applied to excise goods such as tobacco, energy drinks, and sweetened beverages in the UAE. It is used to verify that excise tax has been paid and ensure the authenticity of the product, preventing fraud and illegal distribution.
The Excise Digital Tax Stamp is essential for businesses to:
Ensure compliance with UAE excise tax regulations.
Authenticate the payment of excise tax on products.
Track and trace excise goods from the manufacturer to the retailer.
Reduce the risk of counterfeiting and illicit trade in excise products.
To obtain an Excise Digital Tax Stamp, businesses need to:
Register for excise tax with the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
Ensure their excise goods are approved by the FTA.
Apply for digital tax stamps through the FTA’s electronic platform.
Purchase the tax stamps based on the volume of excise goods.
Affix the digital stamps to their products before sale or distribution.
The Excise Digital Tax Stamp works by being applied to each unit of excise goods. The stamp contains a unique code that is digitally linked to the FTA’s system. This code can be scanned using a mobile app or barcode scanner to verify:
The payment of excise tax.
The authenticity of the product.
The product's movement through the supply chain.
Businesses that fail to use the Excise Digital Tax Stamp on excise goods may face:
Fines for non-compliance with excise tax regulations.
Suspension of product sales or distribution.
Audit scrutiny from the FTA, leading to further penalties.
Potential legal actions for repeated violations or fraudulent activities.
Yes, all excise goods such as tobacco products, energy drinks, carbonated drinks, and electronic smoking devices must have the Excise Digital Tax Stamp in the UAE. The FTA mandates that the stamp be affixed to ensure that excise tax is properly accounted for on these products.
Businesses can track Excise Digital Tax Stamps by:
Using the FTA’s electronic tracking system to monitor product movements.
Scanning the unique code on each stamp to check the product’s tax status.
Verifying real-time data on product authenticity, distribution, and excise tax payments using the FTA’s dedicated mobile apps or software.
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