- New e-invoicing penalties under Cabinet Decision No. 106 of 2025 include monthly fines for delayed implementation, late invoice transmission, and failure to report system malfunctions.
- VAT Law amendments effective 1 January 2026 introduce a five-year limit on input tax refunds and clarify reverse charge/self-invoicing requirements.
- Transitional relief allows certain businesses to submit outstanding refund claims by 31 December 2026.
- The FTA can deny input tax recovery if linked to tax evasion or insufficient due diligence.
- Overall, UAE businesses face stricter, time-sensitive compliance and increased financial penalties for non-compliance.
Source: rtcsuite.com
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