Voluntary Disclosure for VAT & Corporate Tax — Proactive, Accurate, Practical
Assistance preparing and filing voluntary disclosures to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) for VAT and UAE corporate tax. We help businesses assess liabilities, compile supporting records, and submit clear disclosures to manage audit risk and potential penalties.
Overview
Voluntary disclosure is the formal process of informing the Federal Tax Authority about historical VAT or corporate tax errors, omissions or late filings. Acting early can help clarify liabilities and demonstrate cooperation; outcomes depend on the facts and FTA discretion. We review your tax position, reconstruct transactions where needed, and calculate unpaid tax, interest and any penalties that may apply. Our approach focuses on accurate numbers, clear explanations, and documented evidence to support the disclosure. We prepare the formal disclosure submission, including legal and factual narratives, supporting schedules, and liaise with the FTA on your behalf where required. We also advise on interim measures to prevent recurrence and improve record-keeping. After submission we track the case, respond to FTA queries and advise on settlement options. If the matter requires further compliance work, we can provide follow-up support such as amended returns, voluntary payments, or a compliance improvement plan.
What to prepare
- Trade licence and company registration details (TRN/CR)
- VAT returns, corporate tax returns and any previously filed amendments
- Sales and purchase invoices for the disclosure periods
- General ledger, trial balance and accounting statements
- Bank statements and payment records
- Contracts or agreements relevant to the transactions
How the process works
- Initial consultation and risk assessment to identify affected periods and amounts
- Gather documents and reconstruct transactions where records are incomplete
- Compute tax liabilities, interest and likely penalties and prepare supporting schedules
- Draft the voluntary disclosure narrative and complete FTA submission forms
- Liaise with the FTA, respond to queries and implement remediation or payment arrangements
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
When should I consider making a voluntary disclosure?
Consider disclosure when you identify unreported tax, incorrect filings, or incorrect VAT treatment. Acting proactively before an audit can influence how the FTA assesses the case.
Will a voluntary disclosure remove penalties?
A voluntary disclosure does not guarantee penalty removal. The FTA reviews each case; cooperating and providing full documentation can reduce or mitigate penalties in some circumstances.
How long does the voluntary disclosure process take?
Timelines vary based on complexity and FTA workload. After submission the FTA may request clarifications; we provide estimates after reviewing your records.
Can you file the disclosure for both VAT and corporate tax?
Yes. We assist with disclosures for VAT and UAE corporate tax, preparing the required calculations and supporting documentation for each regime.
What if records are incomplete?
We can reconstruct transactions using available data, bank records and other sources. Clear reconstruction and documented assumptions are included with the disclosure to support credibility.
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