Since the introduction of VAT in the UAE in 2018, the government has introduced various refund schemes for the benefit of specific persons. Eligible persons are allowed to claim a refund of VAT paid on purchases made in the UAE, even if they are not taxable persons in the UAE. Some of the VAT refund schemes can be leveraged by foreign tourists and businesses visiting the UAE. Apart from that certain schemes are aimed at specific groups such as the UAE nationals and foreign governments & organisations.
However, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has set out certain conditions for the entities to avail of these schemes. Understanding the terms and conditions of the scheme can be challenging for applicants but consulting with tax agents in Dubai will simplify the process. Here is a list of special VAT refund schemes in the UAE:
Source: jcauaeaudit.com
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