Threshold assessment
We check whether you must register (taxable supplies above AED 375,000) or may register voluntarily (from AED 187,500), and advise which is right for you.
VAT registration · UAE
VAT registration & TRN, done right the first time
We assess your threshold, prepare your documents, and file your VAT registration on the FTA EmaraTax portal — through to your TRN, ready to invoice and file with confidence.
What your registration includes
Everything from checking whether you need to register to holding your TRN.
Document preparation
We assemble and review the documents the FTA needs — trade licence, Emirates ID and passport of the owner, and evidence of turnover.
EmaraTax application
We complete and submit your VAT registration on the FTA EmaraTax portal, entering your business details accurately to avoid rejections.
TRN issuance
We manage the application through to your Tax Registration Number (TRN), the identifier you need on tax invoices and returns.
FTA correspondence
If the FTA raises queries, we respond on your behalf so the application keeps moving instead of stalling.
Post-registration setup
Once registered, we help set up VAT-ready books so your first VAT 201 return is straightforward to prepare.
From assessment to TRN, in four steps
A guided path so your application is right the first time.
01
Assess your position
We confirm whether registration is mandatory or voluntary based on your taxable supplies and imports over the relevant periods.
02
Gather documents
We prepare the trade licence, owner ID, and turnover evidence the FTA requires, checking each item before submission.
03
Apply on EmaraTax
We complete and submit the VAT registration on the FTA EmaraTax portal and monitor its progress.
04
Receive your TRN
We respond to any FTA queries and hand you your TRN, ready to invoice and file VAT correctly.
Why register for VAT with us
A rejected or delayed application costs you time and, if you have already crossed the threshold, exposure. We get the details right on EmaraTax the first time and respond to FTA queries so your TRN comes through cleanly.
Once registered, move straight into VAT filing. Not sure where you stand? Check the VAT registration threshold or see our full accounting services.
- Clear advice on mandatory vs voluntary registration
- Accurate EmaraTax applications that avoid avoidable rejections
- We respond to FTA queries so your application keeps moving
- Software + specialists: automation with human review
- A smooth handoff into VAT-ready bookkeeping and filing
- One partner for registration, filing, and Corporate Tax
VAT registration questions, answered
The essentials on thresholds, documents, and your TRN.
When must a UAE business register for VAT?
Registration is mandatory once your taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over the previous 12 months, or if you expect to exceed that amount in the next 30 days. Below that, you may register voluntarily from AED 187,500, which can help if you want to recover input VAT. We assess your position and recommend the right route.
What is a TRN?
A TRN is your Tax Registration Number — the unique identifier the FTA issues when you register for VAT. You must show your TRN on tax invoices and use it when filing VAT 201 returns and communicating with the FTA. Obtaining your TRN correctly is the outcome of the registration process.
What documents do I need to register for VAT?
The FTA typically requires your trade licence, the Emirates ID and passport of the owner or authorised signatory, and evidence of your turnover such as financial records or bank statements. Depending on your business, additional details about activities and imports may be needed. We prepare and review these before submitting on EmaraTax.
How does registration happen — is it online?
Yes. VAT registration is completed through the FTA EmaraTax portal, where you create a taxable-person profile, enter your business details, and submit supporting documents. We handle the EmaraTax application on your behalf and manage it through to your TRN.
Should I register voluntarily if I am below the threshold?
It depends. Voluntary registration from AED 187,500 lets you recover input VAT on your purchases and can add credibility with larger customers, but it also brings filing obligations. We weigh the benefits against the compliance effort for your specific situation and advise accordingly.
Enquire
Talk to a UAE VAT registration specialist
Tell us about your turnover and business, and we'll advise whether you need to register — and handle it end to end.