Voluntary Disclosure Service in Dubai

Made an error on a past VAT return or corporate tax filing in the UAE. You are not alone. The Federal Tax Authority allows businesses to correct mistakes through a formal process called voluntary disclosure. If you want a smooth, low risk correction with clear records and minimal disruption, our voluntary disclosure service in Dubai gives you expert help from start to finish.

ADS Auditors supports companies across free zones and the mainland. We review your numbers, prepare the disclosure on EmaraTax, respond to FTA queries, and guide any penalty mitigation available under current rules. You get a clean audit trail that matches your ledgers and bank records, so your team can move on with confidence.

In simple terms, voluntary disclosure is a request you file with the FTA to correct an error or omission in a submitted return or tax record. Most cases relate to VAT, for example a wrong output tax figure, missed reverse charge, or an input tax claim that was not eligible. Some cases relate to corporate tax, such as an adjustment to taxable income or credits.

Using vat voluntary disclosure early often reduces risk and cost, since the FTA views proactive correction as a sign of good faith. It also prevents compounding errors that can distort future returns, budgets, and cash flow.

Any tax registrant can file a disclosure through EmaraTax, including mainland and free zone entities, branches, and nonresidents. You also may authorize a tax agent to submit on your behalf.

You should consider a disclosure as soon as you identify a material difference between your filed position and the correct position. We start by asking whether the error increases or decreases your payable tax, the period it relates to, and whether the FTA allows correction in a later return or requires a separate submission.

Typical issues we correct include:

• Wrong VAT rate applied to domestic sales, or zero rating applied without evidence.
• Missed reverse charge on imports or services from abroad.
• Input VAT claimed on blocked expenses or out of time.
• Failure to account for credit notes, bad debt relief, or adjustments.
• Errors in customs import declarations that affect VAT boxes.

Timing matters. If an error results in more tax due, the FTA expects a prompt disclosure, and waiting can increase penalties and cash costs. If the error reduces tax due, you still need to prove the entitlement with strong evidence. In both cases, starting early allows us to gather documents, align the narrative, and avoid avoidable back and forth.

Not every mistake needs a separate submission. Some small differences can be corrected in the next VAT return if they fall within the latest FTA thresholds. Our team reviews the amounts and the rule set that applies to your sector, then recommends the safest path and drafts the rationale the reviewer expects to see.

Your time matters, so we make the process clear and quick. A senior tax consultant leads every job and keeps you informed at key stages.

We begin with a discovery call to understand the error and your deadlines. Next, we perform a document check and a ledger to return reconciliation to quantify the variance. We then draft the working papers, the narrative that explains the cause, and the calculation of tax and any penalties or relief. After your sign off, we prepare the forms on the FTA portal, attach evidence, and submit. Finally, we monitor the case, answer any queries, and update your records and SOPs to prevent repeats.

This hands on model reduces the chance of a rejection and shortens the review timeline. It also gives management a clear file for audit. Whether your case is a VAT voluntary disclosure or a corporate tax correction, we align the approach to current guidance and industry practice.

We use secure digital workpapers and EmaraTax integrations where possible. Our compliance calendar tool tracks due dates, reminders, and follow ups, so nothing slips. You will have a single point of contact, supported by VAT and corporate tax specialists who know your industry and can explain complex points in plain language.

Choose ADS Auditors for a voluntary disclosure service in Dubai that combines technical depth, practical documentation, and responsive communication.

Each case is different, but having the right papers ready speeds approval. We will guide you on exact items, and we can help extract data from your accounting system if needed.

• Filed tax return and any payment proof for the period.
• Sales and purchase registers with VAT summary.
• Sample invoices, credit notes, and contracts that support the change.
• General ledger, trial balance, and bank statements for the period.
• Customs import or export records if your case involves cross border trade.
• A short memo that explains the cause and controls to avoid repeats.

If something is missing, we can draft alternative evidence that still satisfies the reviewer, for example bank evidence for payments or a reconciliation that ties customs data to your VAT return.

Correcting tax records is a sign of strong governance, not a weakness. With ADS Auditors, you can fix errors accurately, stay compliant, and protect cash flow.

Speak to our team today about our voluntary disclosure service in Dubai. We will assess your case, share the options under current FTA guidance, and give you a clear timeline and fee before we begin.

For more details on returns and corrections, see our VAT return filing guide and our VAT consultancy services in Dubai. You can also review the Federal Tax Authority website for the latest rules. Choose ADS Auditors for a voluntary disclosure service in Dubai that puts accuracy first.