Tax Filing & Audit Support

Tax Filing & Audit Support

Managing tax filing and preparing for potential reviews or audits are important parts of maintaining proper tax compliance in the UAE. Businesses must maintain accurate financial records, submit applicable tax returns within the required deadlines, and retain supporting documentation in accordance with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements.

Samimi Documents Clearing Services provides administrative and documentation support for Corporate Tax and VAT filing, compliance preparation, and tax audit coordination, helping businesses keep their records organized and their FTA obligations properly managed.

Corporate Tax Return Filing Support

UAE businesses subject to Corporate Tax are generally required to prepare and submit a Corporate Tax return for each applicable tax period.

Our support includes:

• Corporate Tax return filing coordination

• Review and organization of required financial information

• Collection and preparation of supporting documents

• Coordination of taxable income information

• Review of company and tax registration details

• Assistance with EmaraTax procedures

• Submission and payment coordination

• Follow-up on pending FTA transactions

• Assistance with amendments or corrections where applicable

Corporate Tax returns and any related tax payments are generally due within nine months from the end of the relevant tax period, subject to the applicable legislation and any specific FTA requirements.

VAT Return Filing Support

VAT-registered businesses are required to submit VAT returns according to the tax periods assigned by the FTA.

We assist businesses with the administrative preparation and coordination of VAT returns, including:

• Organizing sales and purchase records

• Reviewing tax invoices and supporting documents

• Preparing output VAT information

• Organizing eligible input VAT records

• VAT return filing coordination

• VAT payment coordination

• Review of previous filing information

• Assistance with voluntary disclosures or corrections where applicable

• EmaraTax administrative support

VAT returns and related payments are generally due within 28 days from the end of the relevant tax period.

Tax Compliance Review

Maintaining accurate and complete records can reduce the risk of filing errors and help businesses respond efficiently to FTA requests.

Our compliance support may include reviewing and organizing:

• Corporate Tax registration details

• VAT registration information

• Previous tax returns

• Sales and purchase records

• Tax invoices

• Accounting records

• Expense documentation

• Bank and transaction records

• Supporting documents for tax positions

• Company information registered with the FTA

Where inconsistencies or missing documents are identified, we can assist with organizing the necessary information and coordinating the appropriate next steps.

Tax Audit Preparation Support

The FTA may review or audit a taxable person to verify compliance with UAE tax legislation.

Being properly prepared can make the process more organized and help ensure that requested information is available when required.

Samimi DCS can assist with:

• Organizing documents requested for an FTA audit

• Preparing supporting tax records

• Coordinating financial and accounting documentation

• Reviewing the availability of invoices and transaction records

• Organizing previously filed tax returns

• Preparing company registration and licensing documents

• Administrative coordination with accountants, auditors, or tax advisors

• FTA correspondence and document submission support

• Follow-up on administrative requests

FTA Requests & Correspondence

Businesses may receive requests for additional information, clarification, supporting documents, or other actions through the FTA or EmaraTax.

We can provide administrative assistance with:

• Reviewing FTA notifications

• Organizing requested documentation

• Preparing documents for submission

• Updating company or tax registration information

• Coordinating responses with the client's accountant or tax advisor

• Following up on submitted applications and requests

Record-Keeping Support

Proper record keeping is a fundamental part of UAE tax compliance.

Depending on the business and applicable tax requirements, records may include:

• Accounting books and ledgers

• Financial statements

• Sales invoices

• Purchase invoices

• Credit and debit notes

• Expense records

• Bank statements

• Contracts and agreements

• Import and export documentation

• VAT records

• Corporate Tax calculations and returns

• Supporting documentation for transactions

Businesses should retain records for the periods required under applicable UAE tax legislation.

Corporate Tax & VAT Filing Coordination

Corporate Tax and VAT are separate tax regimes, and a business may have obligations under both.

Our team helps clients coordinate their filing requirements so that company records, registrations, supporting documentation, and submission schedules remain properly organized.

Documents Typically Required

The exact documents depend on the type of filing, tax period, business activities, and whether the matter relates to a compliance review or FTA audit. Typical documents may include:

• Valid Trade License

• Memorandum of Association (MOA)

• Corporate Tax Registration Certificate

• VAT Registration Certificate / TRN

• Financial statements

• Trial balance and general ledger

• Sales and purchase reports

• Tax invoices

• Expense records and receipts

• Bank statements

• Previous Corporate Tax returns, where applicable

• Previous VAT returns

• Credit and debit notes

• Import and export documentation, where applicable

• Contracts and agreements

• Fixed asset records, where applicable

• FTA notices or correspondence

• Supporting documents requested by the FTA

• Passport, Emirates ID and authorization documents of the authorized person, where required

Additional documentation may be required depending on the company's tax position, transaction history, and the nature of the FTA request or audit.

Professional Support When You Need It

Accurate filing, organized records, and timely responses are essential to maintaining tax compliance in the UAE.

Samimi Documents Clearing Services helps businesses manage the administrative and documentation side of Corporate Tax and VAT filing and audit preparation, while complex tax calculations, tax opinions, statutory audits, and specialized tax advisory matters should be handled by appropriately qualified tax professionals, accountants, or auditors.