- UAE VAT Executive Regulations (VAT ER) have been amended with an effective date of 15 November 2024
- Changes have implications for businesses across all industries
- Key takeaways include amendments to financial services VAT exemption and zero-rate for export of goods
- Financial services exemption now includes fund management and virtual assets
- Exemptions reduce compliance burden but may impact input VAT recovery
- Definition and rules for virtual assets have been clarified
- Zero-rate for export of goods now has clearer documentation requirements
- Businesses may need to assess historic filing positions and take corrective action
Source: deloitte.com
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