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Policy & Legal Updates
Source: nerdbot

Dubai Firms Advised on Compliance Setup Ahead of 2027 UAE E-Invoicing Mandate

The UAE will implement mandatory electronic invoicing for business-to-business and business-to-government transactions starting in 2027, replacing emailed PDFs with structured PINT AE data files. Corporate service provider Avyanco noted that businesses earning AED 50 million or more must comply by 1 January 2027, while smaller entities must appoint an accredited provider by 31 March 2027 ahead of a 1 July 2027 deadline.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Arabian Business

UAE Businesses Face October 15 Excise Tax Return Filing Deadline

UAE businesses must submit excise tax returns and settle liabilities with the Federal Tax Authority by October 15, 2026. The requirement applies to entities importing, producing, or stockpiling designated excise goods via the EmaraTax digital portal. The warning comes as the FTA issues guidelines for multinationals regarding the 15 percent Qualified Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax regime.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Big News Network

UAE Corporate Tax Framework Expands Mandatory Audit Requirements Ahead of FY2026

Companies in the UAE closing their financial periods on December 31, 2026, face statutory audit rules under expanded corporate tax compliance regulations. Entities with annual revenue above AED 50 million and Qualifying Free Zone Persons must submit audited financial statements. The framework also introduces a five-year audit limitation window for the Federal Tax Authority.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Angel In Dubai

UAE Enacts Cabinet Resolution 136 of 2026 Governing Business and Tourism Compliance

Cabinet Resolution No. 136 of 2026 establishes updated operational criteria, accounting mandates, and licensing rules for mainland and free-zone commercial entities in the UAE. Entities with an annual gross turnover of AED 50 million or more must submit audited financial statements, while smaller firms must retain digital accounting records for at least five years. Businesses have a 180-day grace period ending on March 30, 2027, to achieve compliance before facing administrative fines.

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