UAE to start global sharing tax data on digital assets, cryptocurrencies by 2028

UAE to start sharing tax data on digital assets, crypto

Move aligns with global efforts by OECD to expand tax transparency to new asset classes

UAE okays new sweet drink tax, sees high tax compliance

FTA confirms strong corporate tax uptake as registrations surpass 651,000 across the UAE

UAE approves new excise tax policy on sweetened drinks, sees high corporate tax compliance

UAE retailers must do this to apply new sugar-based tax

Businesses must get certificates for sugar, sweetener content before new excise tax: FTA

UAE offers sugary drink makers every incentive to cut down on the sweetness with upcoming tax break.

Oman delays tax stamps on soft, energy drinks to 2026

Implementation moved to Jan 1, 2026, giving firms more time to meet new tax label rules

The digital tax stamps will help enhance control and compliance over these excise products, improving market transparency in Oman.

ADGM introduces licensing regime for tax service firms

Move strengthens the governance framework and raises standards for legal, tax providers

The framework establishes new conditions for licensing, conduct, and accountability.

New service to measure loss in tax-exempt excise goods

UAE manufacturers can now verify product losses via certified testing for excise relief

New service to measure natural loss in excise goods for tax exemption

Why are UAE and Saudi Arabia taxing sweetened drinks

GCC’s move to tiered beverage taxes blends health reform with fiscal strategy

Studies have already linked sugar-sweetened drinks to serious health conditions such as cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer.

Oman clarifies VAT rules for imports from UAE and GCC

Omani Tax Authority Clarifies VAT Procedures for GCC Imports

Retailers need to go over all the potential elements in play when applying VAT to discounts.

Saudi Arabia to add tax on sweetened drinks from 2026

New tiered system to calculate tax based on sugar content replaces current flat 50% rate

New system replaces the existing 50% excise tax on the retail price of all sweetened beverages.

Will UAE's new sugar tax soon dent your wallet?

From sodas to juices, prices and recipes are set to change under the UAE’s new tax model

The new model aims to incentivise manufacturers to reduce sugar levels in their products, encouraging healthier dietary choices among consumers.

UAE launches national training drive for Emiratis

Two new programmes aim to train over 10,000 Emiratis in business and finance skills

UAE launches national training drive to aid Emirati entrepreneurs, tax experts

How VAT charges are applied on deals for sports players

Authority explains tax treatment of athletes is determined by the terms of their contracts

FTA explained that the tax treatment of athletes is determined by the terms of their contracts.

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