Excise Tax Advisory & Compliance
Excise Tax Advisory & Compliance
Navigate the complexities of UAE Excise Tax regulations with our expert advisory and compliance framework designed for importers, manufacturers, and stock-keepers.
Excise tax is applied on specific goods which typically have negative effects on human health or the environment. Given the high penalty rates for non-compliance, ASPA Management Consultancy helps businesses effectively manage their excise obligations, from initial registration to the filing of precise monthly returns.
Strategic Excise Advisory:
Our experts assist businesses in classifying goods and understanding their excise tax status:
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Excise Tax Impact Assessment on business inventories and products
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Classification of excisable goods (Tobacco, Carbonated drinks, Energy drinks, etc.)
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Registration of Excise Taxable Persons and Warehouses
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Assistance in obtaining approvals for Excise Tax Warehouses
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Calculation of Excise Tax liabilities and deductible inputs
Compliance & Reporting Services:
We ensure you stay within the legal framework required by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA):
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Accurate and timely filing of monthly Excise Tax returns
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Maintenance of detailed registers for production, imports, and exports
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Advisory on Excise Tax refund claims for exported excisable goods
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Support for FTA audit procedures and documentation requirements
We ensure all your excise declarations match production and import data, reducing the risk of discrepancies.
Our organized documentation approach ensures you are always prepared for an FTA audit visit.
Which goods are subject to Excise Tax in the UAE?
Goods subject to Excise Tax include tobacco products, energy drinks, carbonated drinks, sweetened beverages, electronic smoking devices, and devices used for such purposes.
When is Excise Tax due to be paid?
Generally, Excise Tax is due at the time of import, release from a designated excise warehouse, or the production of excisable goods, payable through monthly tax returns.
What is an Excise Tax designated warehouse?
A designated excise warehouse is a facility approved by the FTA where excisable goods can be stored or produced without the immediate payment of Excise Tax, subject to strict record-keeping requirements.
