VAT health check

Four quarters tested before the FTA does it, with a prioritised fix list.

At a glance

Fee: AED 3,500 one-off
Timing: 2 weeks
For: Businesses expecting an FTA audit

We sample-test four quarters of VAT returns against your books and documents, the way an FTA auditor would, and give you a short report: what is right, what is at risk and what to fix first. The fee is credited if we carry out the fixes.

What is included

Returns reconciled to the general ledger
Sample of invoices tested for content and treatment
Reverse charge, imports and exports reviewed
Input tax recovery tested
Risk-rated findings and a fix plan

How it works

Four steps, agreed up front.

01
Collect
Returns, ledgers and a sample of documents.
02
Test
We test the sample and reconcile every return.
03
Report
Findings ranked by risk and value.
04
Fix
Voluntary disclosure where needed; fee credited.

VAT health check fees

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VAT health check (four quarters)Credited if we carry out the fixes.	AED 3,500 one-off
Voluntary disclosure — single period	AED 2,500 one-off

Fixed fees, excluding 5% VAT. Government fees are passed on at cost.

What we need from you

Four filed VAT returns
General ledger export
Sample invoices we request

Not sure you have everything? Send what you have — we will tell you what is missing.

Common questions

About vat health check.

Not covered here? — we reply within one business day.

What if you find an error?

We explain the exposure and, if a voluntary disclosure is needed, quote it at the published fee with the health check credited.

Do I need to register for corporate tax?

Almost every UAE company must, including free zone companies and those with no taxable income. New companies must register within three months of incorporation.

Is corporate tax included in your plans?

Registration and the annual return are included in every accounting plan.

Can you help if I have already received a penalty?

Yes. We review the penalty and tell you whether there are grounds for a reconsideration or waiver request before you pay for one.

Often done together

Related services from the same team.

VAT

Registration, quarterly or monthly returns, refunds and deregistration.

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Disclosures, penalties & rescue

Correct past errors, ask for penalties to be waived, and recover from a missed deadline.