March 2025

Summary Know Your Customer (KYC) is a crucial process in financial compliance that helps Licensed Exchange Businesses in the UAE prevent money laundering (ML) and the financing of terrorism (FT). The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) mandates strict KYC measures under its Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Program, outlined in Chapter […]

Summary Value Added Tax (VAT) is an essential part of the UAE’s tax system. Introduced on January 1, 2018, VAT is a consumption tax levied on goods and services at a standard rate of 5%. Businesses in the UAE must comply with VAT regulations, including registration, invoicing, tax returns, and record-keeping. This guide simplifies VAT

Summary Accounting errors can have serious financial consequences for businesses, leading to compliance issues, cash flow problems, and even penalties. Many business owners, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), unknowingly make accounting mistakes that can drain resources and stunt growth. This blog highlights ten common accounting mistakes, their impact, and how to avoid them, ensuring

A Complete Guide to VAT Refunds in the UAE: Eligibility, Application Process, and More Value Added Tax (VAT) is a consumption tax that is levied on most goods and services in the UAE. While this tax may seem like an additional expense, the UAE government provides several avenues for refunding VAT under specific circumstances. Whether