Resolve Late Filing Penalties for VAT and Corporate Tax — Practical, Compliant Support
AL SAHRAA helps UAE businesses manage and reduce the impact of late filing penalties for corporate tax and VAT. We provide practical remediation steps, liaise with authorities, and prepare voluntary disclosures to improve outcomes while keeping you compliant.
Overview
Late filings can lead to penalties, interest and operational disruption. We assess the cause, calculate exposures and recommend the least disruptive corrective route — whether an adjustment, voluntary disclosure or negotiated settlement. Our team prepares required documentation, submits disclosures to the Federal Tax Authority or Ministry of Finance, and represents your company during communications and follow-up. We focus on accurate remediation and clear timelines to limit further compliance risk. We advise on process improvements to prevent recurrence, including filing calendars, internal controls and staff training. For new or growing businesses in Dubai, Ajman and beyond, we align remediation with your wider tax and accounting function.
What to prepare
- Copy of penalty or assessment notices from FTA/MoF
- Relevant VAT or corporate tax returns and supporting schedules
- Bank statements and invoices related to the filing periods
- Power of Attorney or authorization letter for representation
- Internal filing logs or compliance calendars (if available)
- Previous correspondence with tax authorities (emails, letters)
How the process works
- Initial review: collect relevant returns, notices and timelines
- Exposure assessment: calculate penalties, interest and potential relief options
- Prepare submission: draft voluntary disclosure or appeal documentation
- Authority liaison: file on your behalf and manage communications
- Implementation: apply agreed corrective entries and update internal controls
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
What types of penalties do you assist with?
We assist with late filing and late payment penalties for VAT and corporate tax, as well as interest calculations, administrative fines and related compliance notices.
Can you represent my company with the FTA or Ministry of Finance?
Yes — with an appropriate authorization we prepare submissions and handle communications on your behalf to the Federal Tax Authority or Ministry of Finance.
Will you guarantee reduction of my penalty?
We cannot guarantee a specific outcome, but we provide experienced guidance, accurate submissions and negotiation strategies that often improve results compared with unaided responses.
How long does the remediation process take?
Timing depends on case complexity and authority response times. Typical remediation and submission preparation takes from a few days to several weeks; we provide a timeline after the initial review.
Do you help prevent future late filings?
Yes — we offer process improvements, filing calendars, training and compliance reviews to reduce the risk of repeat incidents.
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