The FTA can audit any firm obligated to pay VAT to evaluate its tax compliance. HayyaTax's VAT audit services help uncover and address key flaws in your VAT environment before the FTA does.
A thorough, critical examination of your VAT accounting.
A VAT audit is essentially the government's examination of a company's taxable-entity obligations, conducted to guarantee that all liabilities are fulfilled and all taxes due are collected and remitted within the specified period. Our VAT audit services result in a thorough review of your entity's VAT accounting and return filing, in line with the FTA's guidance on document management, tax collection, payment, and input tax claims.
% At A Glance
Reviewing your VAT accounting and return filing against FTA guidance
Evaluating input tax and output tax calculations for accuracy
Preparing a report for future reference, based on agreed-upon procedures
Who Needs This
The FTA can audit any registrant, at any time.
Under the Tax Procedures Law, the FTA can conduct a tax audit at any moment, for any cause. The corporation, its legal advisors, and its tax agent are required to offer FTA auditors all available help. If anomalies or questionable facts surface, the FTA may request a re-audit.
Timing
No fixed schedule — the FTA can act at any time.
There is no fixed frequency for FTA-initiated audits, so ongoing readiness matters more than a calendar date. Preparing your VAT accounting and return-filing records in advance means you're never caught off guard.
What You'll Need
Documents required for a VAT audit.
All receipted tax credit notes and documentation
All tax invoices and documentation issued
Records of purchases where input tax was not deducted
Export records of goods and services
Accounts or tax invoices with modifications or corrections
Import documentation, customs declarations, and supplier invoices
Documentation for all supplies and imports
Why This Matters
What auditors focus on.
Auditors compare filed returns to accounting records to check they're consistent
Blocked or non-recoverable input tax claimed in error is a common audit finding
Outdated accounting software increases the risk of mistakes surfacing at audit
VAT At A Glance
The standard UAE VAT rate is 5%.
An audit checks that zero-rated, exempt, and standard-rated supplies have all been computed correctly.
Standard-rated supplies5%
Zero-rated supplies0%
Exempt suppliesNo VAT charged, no input recovery
How It Works
What the FTA reviews during a VAT audit.
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Step 01
Evaluation of VAT Returns
Comparing filed VAT returns against your accounting records to ensure they're accurate and consistent.
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Step 02
Evaluation of Input Tax
Checking whether blocked or non-recoverable input tax has been claimed incorrectly.
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Step 03
Evaluation of Output Tax
Confirming zero-rated, exempt, and standard-rated supplies are computed correctly under UAE tax law.
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Step 04
Accounting System Review
Assessing whether your accounting software and processes reduce the risk of errors in your VAT returns.
What A Failed Audit Costs You
What's at risk, and how we help.
ViolationPenaltyHow HayyaTax helps
VAT returns don't match underlying accounting recordsRisk of FTA adjustment and penaltiesWe reconcile returns against records before the FTA ever asks
Blocked or non-recoverable input tax claimedDisallowed claims and potential penaltiesWe review every input tax claim against FTA rules in advance
Why work with HayyaTax
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Every submission built to the FTA's own requirements.
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 throughout a VAT audit.
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Common questions
FAQs on VAT audits in UAE.
What is a VAT audit? ⌄
A comprehensive review of a business's financial records to ensure compliance with VAT regulations — checking VAT returns, invoices, and other records to confirm VAT has been correctly calculated, reported, and paid.
Why is a VAT audit important? ⌄
It helps detect discrepancies in VAT filings, ensures VAT is properly accounted for, and mitigates the risk of fines or legal issues related to tax non-compliance. It can also improve your internal processes and optimize VAT recovery.
How often are VAT audits conducted? ⌄
There is no mandatory frequency, but businesses are encouraged to conduct regular internal reviews, especially before filing VAT returns. If the FTA requests an audit, businesses must comply.
What does a VAT audit typically include? ⌄
Reviewing VAT returns, invoices, and receipts; verifying tax calculations; confirming tax credits; ensuring correct reporting of taxable and exempt transactions; and checking compliance with VAT regulations and internal controls.
What happens if my business fails a VAT audit? ⌄
The FTA may impose penalties and fines for non-compliance, including for incorrect VAT returns, failure to keep proper records, or discrepancies in tax reporting. It's crucial to ensure accurate VAT compliance to avoid these outcomes.
Testimonials
What clients say about HayyaTax.
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Big thanks to Ms. Megha and the HayyaTax team for their excellent support with our VAT filing. They were professional, efficient, and very helpful throughout the process. Highly recommended!
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Vuk Krkeljic
Founder, Dominant Academy · Abu Dhabi
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Excellent and accurate services. Ms. Megha Dutta has been instrumental in getting our audit and corporate tax filing done on time.
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Ovais Hashmi
Manager, Infinity Turnkey Interior Solutions
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Thank you to the HayyaTax team for successfully completing our VAT registration. Despite the complexity of our case, they handled the entire process with exceptional professionalism.
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Rehan Hyder
Manager, Student Biryani Karama
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Working with HayyaTax was really good. Megha was very helpful and made the work really smooth.
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Trisha Das
Executive, WEBIZ Business Center
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Sarah Al-Mansoori
CFO, TechnoWorld Innovations
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Working with HayyaTax has been a game-changer for our business. Their proactive approach to tax planning and their ability to simplify complex regulations have given us confidence in our tax strategy. They’re not just consultants; they are true partners in our growth.
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Head of Finance, GreenTech Solutions
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Managing Director, Horizon Manufacturing Ltd.
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We’ve relied on HayyaTax for all our corporate tax needs, from tax audits to strategic planning. Their expertise in UAE and international tax laws has been invaluable in ensuring that we are always one step ahead. The team at HayyaTax truly cares about our business’s success.
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