Darji Accounting helps UAE businesses recover eligible VAT smoothly by
managing the full refund process from review to FTA submission with
accuracy and compliance.
Over 25 Years of Expertise
Trusted Partnersfor UAE Businesses
A VAT refund in the UAE is the process that allows businesses to reclaim excess Value Added Tax
(VAT) paid on eligible business expenses. When a company’s input VAT (VAT paid on purchases)
exceeds its output VAT (VAT charged on sales), it becomes eligible to file a VAT refund request
with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). Recovering refundable VAT improves cash flow, reduces
financial pressure, and ensures full compliance with UAE VAT regulations.
Under UAE VAT law, businesses can recover VAT on a wide range of costs, including operational
expenses, imports, capital assets, zero-rated supplies, and industry-specific transactions. To
secure a successful VAT refund, companies must maintain accurate VAT records, valid tax
invoices, reconciled accounting data, and proper supporting documentation. Any inconsistencies,
mismatches, or non-compliance with FTA requirements can delay the approval of the VAT refund
claim or lead to rejection.
Darji Accounting provides specialised VAT refund processing services in Dubai, helping
businesses across all sectors recover eligible VAT quickly and with complete FTA compliance. We
review your VAT records, verify refund eligibility, reconcile input VAT, prepare and submit refund
applications through the FTA portal, and manage all queries or documentation requests to
ensure your refund is accurate, compliant, and processed without delays. With extensive
experience in UAE VAT since its implementation, Darji Accounting delivers reliable, audit-ready
VAT refund solutions that streamline compliance and maximise recoverable VAT.
Businesses and entities that may claim VAT refunds include:
What’s Included
Registered VAT businesses with
excess input VAT over output
VAT
Preparation and verification of
documents required for VAT
registration
Government and semigovernment entities for
approved expenditures
Tourist refund schemes (for
qualifying visitors on eligible
goods)
Multinational businesses
recovering VAT on UAE expenses
Non-profit and charitable
organisations with eligible VAT on
purchases
Scope of Work : Darji Accounting evaluates your eligibility and ensures all documentation meets FTA requirements to
maximise recoverable VAT

We ensure every eligible input VAT amount is correctly identified, verified, and submitted in full compliance
with FTA regulations to avoid delays or rejection.

Our experts review, reconcile, and prepare all refund documents efficiently, accelerating approval timelines
and improving your business cash flow.

With years of proven UAE VAT experience, we deliver precise guidance, reduce risks, and maximise
refundable VAT for businesses across all sectors.

We prepare VAT refund files to be fully audit-ready, managing all FTA queries and clarifications to secure
smooth and uninterrupted refund processing.
Share a few details about your business and our team will prepare a tailored quote for you.
Stay VAT-compliant in Dubai and the UAE with Darji Accounting. Expert registration,
filing, advisory, and audit support simplifying VAT so you can focus on your business.
UAE VAT registration, voluntary and mandatory filing, VAT
deregistration, late registration support, and FTA
compliance handling.
Monthly and quarterly VAT return preparation, review,
amendment, and timely filing with the Federal Tax
Authority (FTA).
Expert VAT advisory on UAE VAT law, executive
regulations, tax structuring, and transaction-specific VAT
treatment.
VAT-compliant accounting, bookkeeping, invoice
validation, VAT ledger maintenance, and FTA-ready
records.
FTA VAT audit assistance, risk reviews, audit preparation,
clarification handling, and assessment support.
Input VAT recovery, VAT refund applications, excess VAT
claims, and optimization of recoverable VAT.
VAT penalty assessment, reconsideration, appeals,
voluntary disclosures, and penalty reduction support
VAT services for free zone and offshore companies,
designated zone advisory, and cross-border VAT
compliance.
VAT advisory for property transactions, construction
contracts, real estate developers, and contractors.
Final VAT returns, VAT deregistration, liquidation
compliance, and FTA clearance support.
VAT configuration in accounting software, ERP setup,
internal controls, and VAT process optimization.

Updated (2026)
We Guarantee Accurate, FTA-compliant VAT Preparation and On-Time
Submission Every Filing Period.
Client
ABC Trading LLC – a UAE-based trading company operating across multiple
Emirates and Free Zones.
Industry
Trading / Distribution
Challenge
The company struggled with VAT compliance due to complex cross-emirate
transactions and inconsistent invoicing practices. Missing or inaccurate VAT
documentation made them vulnerable to penalties and VAT audits
Our Approach
We conducted a full VAT compliance review, reconciled all transactions,
implemented a structured VAT invoicing system, and provided training to
the finance team on correct VAT treatment for local and inter-Emirate
supplies.
Outcome
Key Takeaway
For UAE businesses, VAT compliance is not just about filing returns; it’s about
establishing robust processes, accurate record-keeping, and ensuring
transactions are correctly classified to minimize risk during audits.
At Darji Accounting, we think that Success flourishes in an atmosphere where
trust and commitment grow together.
Darji Accounting made our company setup and Corporate Tax registration smooth and stress free. Their knowledgeable and responsive team simplified the entire process, and we highly recommend them for reliable accounting and tax services in the UAE.
Mr. Hiren and the Darji Accounting team are highly professional and knowledgeable, delivering reliable accounting, compliance, and audit services with clear guidance and end-to-end support as a true one stop solution.
In Dubai’s competitive market, Darji Accounting and Hiren Darji stand out for their honesty, diligence, and client-first approach. Their team works as an extension of ours, delivering real value. Highly recommended for corporate and tax filing services in the UAE.