UAE Tax News – Corporate Tax, VAT & Policy Changes

UAE tax alert: Up to Dh5,000 fine for flouting rules

A move to strengthen digital systems and tax compliance in the UAE

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UAE cracks down on e-invoicing breaches with fines

New UAE tax rule: Changes simplified, who they benefit

The UAE’s new tax timelines and rules, simplified — all you need to know

New UAE tax rules from 2026: What the changes really mean, who they benefit

UAE tax rule changes from 2026: 5 major updates to know

New tax rules from 2026 bring clearer timelines, transparency, and simpler refunds

UAE to update tax procedures in 2026 — Key changes explained

UAE to introduce VAT rule changes from January 2026

Aim is to make the tax system easier to use and made in line with international standards

UAE to introduce VAT rule changes from January 2026

UAE introduces changes to tax rules starting Jan 2026

New amendments streamline refunds, audits, and taxpayer rights from January 2026.

Federal updates aim to simplify procedures, protect taxpayer rights, and enhance transparency.

UK budget to push more British expats toward the UAE

UK taxes hiked by £26 billion, expats to weigh savings and pension implications

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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.

Is VAT included in UAE prices or added at checkout?

If a shop charges extra at checkout, you can report it to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA)

Businesses that don’t comply face fines, and shoppers can report violations online.

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.

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