United Arab Emirates

On 30 August 2026, the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced that its tax awareness events held during the first half of 2026 attracted nearly 34,000 participants, representing a 23.3% increase compared to the previous period. The FTA has intensified its outreach efforts to promote tax awareness, support business sectors, and enhance voluntary compliance across

On August 11, 2026, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced approximately 103,680 field inspection visits across UAE local markets during the first half of 2026, representing a 21% increase compared to the same period in 2025. The inspections resulted in AED 174 million in tax liabilities and administrative penalties, with 8.5 million non-compliant excise products

On August 11, 2026, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in collaboration with Dubai Police seized 3.5 million non-compliant excise goods packages across UAE markets during routine enforcement operations. The seizure forms part of the FTA’s ongoing crackdown on excise tax violations and illegal trade of designated products. This joint enforcement action demonstrates the UAE’s commitment

On 5 August 2026, the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) confirmed that the number of retail outlets connected to the Digital Tourist VAT Refund System has surpassed 19,300 across the country. The system, operated in partnership with Planet, enables eligible tourists to claim VAT refunds on eligible purchases electronically at participating outlets, streamlining the refund

On 3 August 2026, the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) issued a clarification confirming that taxable persons benefiting from the Small Business Relief under Cabinet Decision No. 49 of 2023 must submit simplified Corporate Tax returns within the prescribed legal deadline. The relief exempts eligible businesses with revenue below AED 3 million from Corporate Tax

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) hosted a high‑level delegation from the Sharjah Finance Department to demonstrate its best‑in‑class operational practices on a global stage. The meeting, held on 7 July 2026, highlighted the FTA’s systematic approach to tax administration, emphasizing digital transformation, data‑driven decision‑making, and the integration of advanced analytics into everyday workflows. Senior officials

The Federal Tax Authority took part in the 2026 St Petersburg International Economic Forum, one of the most influential gatherings of policymakers, business leaders, and academics on global economic trends. Representing the United Arab Emirates, the FTA presented a paper on the impact of digital tax administration on fiscal resilience, highlighting how the Authority’s recent investments

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) released its 2025 Annual Report, revealing a substantial financial performance marked by AED 46 billion in combined VAT and Excise tax revenues. This represents a significant contribution to the UAE’s diversified economy, underscoring the authority’s expanding role in tax collection and policy enforcement. The report also highlighted a 20 percent year‑on‑year increase