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Tax Audits in the UAE
Reading the scope, preparing the right documents, and responding to FTA audit and document requests in an organized, low-risk way.
When receiving an audit notice or document request from the FTA, the company should not respond quickly without review. Unorganized documents or inaccurate explanations may lead to a tax assessment or additional penalties.
Tax audit facts
| Audit period | Generally 5 years, and may extend to 15 years in cases such as tax evasion or failure to register under the law. |
| Record keeping | Tax and accounting records must be retained for the legally required periods, which may differ depending on the type of tax. |
| Document request | A document request is not just an administrative step. The way the response is prepared may define the file’s later path. |
What should you do when receiving an audit notice?
- Do not ignore the notice or wait until the last day.
- Do not send unorganized or unexplained documents.
- Identify the tax period and tax type under audit.
- Review invoices, contracts and statements before submission.
- Prepare a written explanation linking each document to the relevant transaction.
- Keep a complete copy of everything submitted.
How we help
- Analyzing the audit scope and potential risks.
- Preparing the list of documents actually required.
- Reviewing contracts and invoices before submission.
- Drafting a clear and organized response to FTA requests.
- Preparing the company for the possibility of a later assessment or penalty.
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