In general, VAT on financial services in the UAE is subject to the standard rate of 5%. However, there were uncertainties regarding certain aspects such as financial service options and options premiums. A public clarification released by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) VATP014 clears the confusion regarding the treatment of options and option premiums under VAT in the UAE.
Source: jcauaeaudit.com
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