Resolve Late Filing Penalties for Corporate Tax & VAT — Practical, Prompt Support
We help UAE businesses understand, calculate and mitigate late filing penalties for corporate tax and VAT. Our team reviews your case, prepares required submissions, and liaises with tax authorities to pursue fair outcomes while improving future compliance.
Overview
We review missed filing timelines and assess applicable penalties and interest based on your specific filings and tax type (corporate tax or VAT). Our approach prioritizes accuracy and clear options tailored to your business size and filing history. After the initial review we prepare the documentation and formal representations needed for penalty relief or correction, including voluntary disclosures and amended returns where appropriate. We explain likely outcomes, timelines and any follow-up actions you should expect. We can liaise with the relevant UAE tax authority on your behalf, submitting representations and responding to queries. If reduction or waiver options exist we present them transparently and pursue the best available resolution without promising specific outcomes. Finally, we provide practical recommendations and compliance controls to reduce the risk of future late filings, helping you stay on top of deadlines and avoid repeat penalties.
What to prepare
- Company trade license and registration details
- Copies of missed tax returns (corporate tax & VAT) or filing screenshots
- Previous correspondence or penalty notices from tax authorities
- Financial statements or summary figures for the affected periods
- Power of attorney or authorization to act on the company’s behalf
- Bank payment receipts for any submitted tax/penalty payments
- Emirates ID or passport copy of company signatories
How the process works
- Initial intake and timeline review — collect filing dates and correspondence
- Penalty assessment — calculate penalties, interest and exposure
- Prepare mitigation strategy — voluntary disclosure or supporting representations
- Draft and submit required documents to the relevant tax authority
- Liaise with authorities and implement agreed corrective filings or payments
Why clients choose AL SAHRAA
- Admin-reviewed quotations before you proceed.
- Document coordination and progress tracking in one portal.
- Support for business, compliance, visa, insurance, and IT-related requests.
- Clear request history, updates, and delivery follow-up.
Frequently asked questions
How are late filing penalties calculated in the UAE?
Penalties depend on the tax type, length of delay and whether filings were submitted voluntarily; we assess your specific periods and provide an itemised calculation.
Can penalties be reduced or waived?
Some penalties may be reduced or mitigated through voluntary disclosure, supporting evidence or demonstrating reasonable cause; outcomes depend on the authority’s discretion and case facts.
How long does the resolution process take?
Timelines vary with the complexity and the authority’s workload; after submission you should expect updates within weeks to a few months, and we keep you informed at each stage.
Will you represent us directly with the tax authorities?
Yes — with your authorization we can communicate, submit representations and handle follow-up queries on your behalf to streamline the resolution process.
What information do you need to start?
We typically need company registration details, copies of the affected returns or proof of non-filing, any penalty notices, basic financial summaries for the periods in question, and authorization to act.
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