According to the official statement from the UAE Government, excise tax is imposed to curtail the consumption of detrimental products, contributing to both public health and increased government revenue for essential public services.
Our tax specialists offer competitive rates for excise tax registration, catering to entities involved in trading excise goods such as tobacco products, carbonated and energy drinks, electronic smoking devices, liquids for these devices, and sweetened drinks. We have successfully registered clients for excise tax, adhering to the Federal Tax Authority guidance, both before and after the proposed December 1, 2019, expansion of the excise scope, which included additional products.
Excise Tax registration is mandatory for the following businesses as outlined by the authority:
- Businesses engaged in the import of excise goods into the UAE
- Businesses involved in the production of excise goods released for consumption in the UAE
- Businesses engaged in the stockpiling of excise goods in the UAE in certain cases
- Assessment of existing issues and exploration of suitable solutions.