Excise duty without the surprises
Excise Tax was introduced in the UAE in October 2017. It is an indirect tax on importing, producing or stockpiling goods that are harmful to health or the environment.
Unlike VAT, Excise Tax has no registration threshold. Any business dealing in excisable goods must register with the Federal Tax Authority before it carries out a single transaction involving them.
Rates are high and the rules are detailed. Failing to register, classifying a product wrongly or miscalculating the excise base can lead to penalties that eat into your margins.
For food and beverage, tobacco, healthcare, import and distribution businesses, getting Excise Tax right is an everyday operational priority.
Contact UsOur Excise Tax services
Excise advisory
- Product classification and a review of which goods are taxable
- Modelling of how excise affects your pricing and costs
- Analysis of the excise impact of individual transactions
- Designated Zone advice and management
- Excise Tax training for operations and supply chain teams
Excise compliance
- Excise Tax registration with the Federal Tax Authority
- Preparation and submission of every excise return
- Guidance on digital tax stamps and product marking
- FTA audit support and voluntary disclosures
- De-registration advice
A proven approach that delivers results.
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Classification
RedBook assesses which products are taxable and what that means for you.
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Registration
RedBook registers you with the FTA and sets up compliance.
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Filing and returns
RedBook prepares and submits your periodic excise returns.
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Audit support
RedBook keeps you audit-ready and manages voluntary disclosures.
Need Excise Tax guidance?
Our specialists can manage your excise compliance from start to finish.
Get in touchFrequently asked questions
Straight answers about how RedBook works with you. Ask us anything else on a call.
What services do you offer?
Four service lines: Accounting and Bookkeeping, Taxation, Advisory and Banking Services. That covers VAT and Corporate Tax, accounting and payroll, CFO support, company setup, bank account opening and more.
How can outsourcing accounting help my business?
It saves time and cost, improves accuracy and compliance, gives you access to expert advice and frees you to focus on running the business.
Which industries do you work with?
RedBook works across retail, professional services, manufacturing, healthcare, construction, hospitality and more. Tell us about yours and RedBook will match the right team.
Can you help with VAT and Corporate Tax compliance?
Yes. RedBook handles registration, preparation and filing, and advises on how specific transactions should be treated.