- VAT refunds in the EU and GCC can be complex
- Aurifer prepared a flowchart to help businesses understand requirements and deadlines
- EU VAT refunds for non-EU businesses are regulated by the 13th VAT Directive
- Each EU Member State has specific conditions for VAT refund claims
- In the UAE, foreign businesses must meet certain conditions to be eligible for a VAT refund
- VAT refunds in KSA depend on establishment in a similar tax system country and reciprocity
- Non-residents in Bahrain and Oman can apply for VAT refunds under certain conditions
- Deadlines for VAT refund claims in the GCC vary by country
- More information can be found in the summary provided by Aurifer
Source: mailchi.mp
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.