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Saudi Arabia offers VAT refunds to tourists, visitors

Eligible visitors can now reclaim 15% tax on purchases over SAR 500 at 1,400+ outlets

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The VAT refund applies to non-resident tourists aged 18 and above, as long as their total spending at a store exceeds SAR 500.

New Saudi Arabia VAT refund scheme for tourists start

Tourists can avail a 15% VAT refund upon their departure

Tourists from GCC countries, including the UAE, will be treated the same way as tourists from outside the GCC for VAT refunds.

Should property owners register for VAT?

Babu Das Augustine, Banking Editor at Gulf News, answers VAT questions and how it will affect your daily life

The VAT Law differentiates between the lease of residential and commercial property

All you need to know about VAT in education

Here's an infographic the Federal ministry released on VAT for those in Education sector

All you need to know about VAT in education

Being vigilant on price hikes in a post-VAT world

Consumer rights need to be protected against any out of turn hikes in retail prices

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VAT in UAE: When registration will kick off

Government remains on track to launch VAT, as businesses advised on how, where to register

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VAT on gold jewellery will be on entire piece

This could entail additional cost of Dh7-Dh8 per gram for shoppers

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How UAE auto dealers are dealing with VAT

They ease the burden on customers by absorbing VAT costs to compensating with free fuel offers

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UAE achieves '98.8 per cent VAT compliance'

'Achieving that level of compliance reflects how advanced the UAE is', says official

UAE achieves '98.8 per cent VAT compliance': Federal Tax Authority

Tax number a must for charging VAT

Ministry of Finance approves first purchase invoice with VAT

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GCC corporates could face VAT challenges

Highly competitive sectors or those with thin margins could face a cash flow burden

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VAT may bring better buyer payment plans

Developers will factor in VAT rebate and extend benefits

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