UAE VAT and Corporate Tax penalty calculator
Estimate FTA penalties for late registration, late returns and late payment of VAT or Corporate Tax, using the rules in force from 14 April 2026.
- Late VAT return (first time)
- AED 1,000.00
- Late payment (14% a year × 3 months)
- AED 700.00
- Estimated penalties
- AED 1,700.00
Estimate only. Periods before 14 April 2026 may fall under the earlier penalty rules, and the FTA can apply other penalties (for example for incorrect returns or poor records). Behind on filings? Our catch-up service gets you up to date →
Frequently asked questions
What is the penalty for late VAT registration in the UAE?
AED 10,000 for failing to register for VAT within the required time. The same AED 10,000 penalty applies to late Corporate Tax registration.
What is the penalty for filing a VAT return late?
AED 1,000 for the first late return, and AED 2,000 for each repeat within 24 months.
How is the late payment penalty calculated?
From 14 April 2026, unpaid VAT and Corporate Tax attract a late payment penalty of 14% a year, charged monthly on the amount still unpaid. This replaced the old VAT system of 2% on day one plus 4% a month after.
What is the penalty for a late Corporate Tax return?
AED 500 for each month or part month the return is late during the first 12 months, then AED 1,000 a month from the 13th month.
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