Navigate UAE excise tax complexities with confidence. VJM Global delivers specialized excise tax advisory services designed for US companies operating in the Emirates, ensuring full compliance with local regulations while optimizing your tax position. Our cross-border expertise bridges American business practices with UAE's evolving excise tax framework, protecting your bottom line and minimizing regulatory risk.
Comprehensive excise tax solutions tailored for US companies operating in the UAE market.
Expert guidance through UAE Federal Tax Authority registration, ensuring your US company meets all regulatory requirements. We handle documentation, filing deadlines, and ongoing compliance obligations specific to excise goods.
Accurate calculation of excise tax liabilities on carbonated drinks, energy drinks, tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices. We prepare and submit timely tax returns to UAE authorities, preventing penalties and interest charges.
Strategic advisory on import/export implications, transfer pricing considerations, and supply chain optimization. We help US companies structure UAE operations to minimize excise tax exposure while maintaining full compliance with both US and UAE regulations.
Comprehensive representation before UAE Federal Tax Authority during audits and inquiries. Our team prepares documentation, responds to information requests, and negotiates on your behalf to resolve disputes efficiently.
Identification and recovery of excise tax overpayments through systematic review of transactions. We manage the refund application process, ensuring maximum recovery of eligible amounts for qualifying scenarios.
Customized training programs for your finance and operations teams on UAE excise tax regulations, compliance procedures, and record-keeping requirements. Ongoing advisory support for evolving tax matters and regulatory updates.
VJM Global bridges the gap between American business practices and UAE tax regulations. Our specialized team understands the unique challenges US companies face in the Emirates—from navigating Arabic-language requirements to reconciling UAE excise tax with US tax reporting obligations. We provide end-to-end support that goes beyond compliance, offering strategic insights to optimize your tax position while maintaining regulatory alignment. With 30+ years of international tax experience and a proven track record serving 500+ American businesses globally, we're uniquely positioned to protect your UAE operations from costly excise tax errors.
Discover how we've helped US companies achieve excise tax compliance and optimize their UAE operations.
"Very professional approach from VJM Team, they got associated with us late in the financial year but were able to conduct an in depth audit and highlight the areas to be addressed within a short span of time. What gives us confidence is that they are available for consultation on..."
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"VJM team is a thoroughly professional chartered accountants equipped with all resources and with deep understanding of GST and other contemporary arenas of corporate consultancy. Have interacted with them for various tax and corporate law related matters and found the interaction quite useful."
"I hired VJM Associates and now I can completely focus on my business because I know there's someone who is managing my accounts properly. Their team (including Khushboo and Jayant) are super supportive and friendly. I highly recommend VJM Associates. Give them a try! You won't be disappointed"
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"The dedication and commitment of VJM Team is par excellence. The team has handled the entire GST refund claim filing process very professionally within their immense experience and expertise. Coupled with complete attention to detail at every stage and rigorous follow ups, VJM Team has supporrted us through the GST..."
"We give full credit to VJM for streamlining our company's GST compliance. Their dedicated team of learned professionals have a focussed approach & exceptional clarity when it comes to any questions pertaining to GST. I can say, without their support, it would not have been possible for us to sail..."
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"We are Repaibays Experts LLP. We are a new company and have just started our business in the field of AC charger installation. We have retained M/S VJM & Associates LLP; Chartered Accountants as CA for our company. They have a fairly large sized office and team and the whole..."
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"We have been clients of VJM associates for a few years now and have built up a great relationship with them. They are very professional but approachable and always willing to listen and provide valuable advice when needed. Their knowledge of financial and accounting matters is exceptional, and I really..."
"Very professional approach from VJM Team, they got associated with us late in the financial year but were able to conduct an in depth audit and highlight the areas to be addressed within a short span of time. What gives us confidence is that they are available for consultation on..."
"VJM team is a thoroughly professional chartered accountants equipped with all resources and with deep understanding of GST and other contemporary arenas of corporate consultancy. Have interacted with them for various tax and corporate law related matters and found the interaction quite useful."
"I hired VJM Associates and now I can completely focus on my business because I know there's someone who is managing my accounts properly. Their team (including Khushboo and Jayant) are super supportive and friendly. I highly recommend VJM Associates. Give them a try! You won't be disappointed"
"The dedication and commitment of VJM Team is par excellence. The team has handled the entire GST refund claim filing process very professionally within their immense experience and expertise. Coupled with complete attention to detail at every stage and rigorous follow ups, VJM Team has supporrted us through the GST..."
"We give full credit to VJM for streamlining our company's GST compliance. Their dedicated team of learned professionals have a focussed approach & exceptional clarity when it comes to any questions pertaining to GST. I can say, without their support, it would not have been possible for us to sail..."
"We are Repaibays Experts LLP. We are a new company and have just started our business in the field of AC charger installation. We have retained M/S VJM & Associates LLP; Chartered Accountants as CA for our company. They have a fairly large sized office and team and the whole..."
"We have been clients of VJM associates for a few years now and have built up a great relationship with them. They are very professional but approachable and always willing to listen and provide valuable advice when needed. Their knowledge of financial and accounting matters is exceptional, and I really..."
"Very professional approach from VJM Team, they got associated with us late in the financial year but were able to conduct an in depth audit and highlight the areas to be addressed within a short span of time. What gives us confidence is that they are available for consultation on..."
"VJM team is a thoroughly professional chartered accountants equipped with all resources and with deep understanding of GST and other contemporary arenas of corporate consultancy. Have interacted with them for various tax and corporate law related matters and found the interaction quite useful."
"I hired VJM Associates and now I can completely focus on my business because I know there's someone who is managing my accounts properly. Their team (including Khushboo and Jayant) are super supportive and friendly. I highly recommend VJM Associates. Give them a try! You won't be disappointed"
"The dedication and commitment of VJM Team is par excellence. The team has handled the entire GST refund claim filing process very professionally within their immense experience and expertise. Coupled with complete attention to detail at every stage and rigorous follow ups, VJM Team has supporrted us through the GST..."
"We give full credit to VJM for streamlining our company's GST compliance. Their dedicated team of learned professionals have a focussed approach & exceptional clarity when it comes to any questions pertaining to GST. I can say, without their support, it would not have been possible for us to sail..."
"We are Repaibays Experts LLP. We are a new company and have just started our business in the field of AC charger installation. We have retained M/S VJM & Associates LLP; Chartered Accountants as CA for our company. They have a fairly large sized office and team and the whole..."
"We have been clients of VJM associates for a few years now and have built up a great relationship with them. They are very professional but approachable and always willing to listen and provide valuable advice when needed. Their knowledge of financial and accounting matters is exceptional, and I really..."
Your trusted partner for UAE excise tax advisory services with specialized US company expertise.
Dedicated team serving 500+ American businesses with deep understanding of both US and UAE tax systems.
Three decades of international tax expertise across 15+ industries, including excise-regulated sectors in the Gulf region.
Industry-leading retention rate reflecting our commitment to delivering exceptional, personalized service and measurable results.
Round-the-clock assistance bridging time zones between US headquarters and UAE operations for urgent tax matters.
International tax experts dedicated to your UAE success.
VJM & Associates LLP brings three decades of experience and deep cross-border tax expertise to every US client relationship in the UAE. Founded on principles of transparency, ethics, and professionalism, we've evolved from a chartered accountancy firm into a comprehensive international business solutions provider. Our journey serving foreign companies in complex markets has equipped us with unique insights into UAE excise tax regulations and their impact on American operations. Today, our 100+ member team of CPAs, Chartered Accountants, and US-compliant professionals serves clients across multiple continents, with specialized focus on helping American businesses navigate the intricate tax landscape of the Emirates. Our membership in EAI International—a globally recognized group of qualified, independent accounting firms—ensures we maintain the highest professional standards while delivering localized expertise your UAE operations demand.
Excise tax in the UAE is an indirect tax imposed on specific goods deemed harmful to human health or the environment. Introduced in 2017 under Federal Decree-Law No. 7, it applies to carbonated drinks (50%), energy drinks (100%), tobacco products (100%), and electronic smoking devices and liquids (100%). The tax is collected at the point of import or production and ultimately passed to the end consumer. US companies importing or manufacturing these goods in the UAE must register with the Federal Tax Authority, calculate applicable rates, and file monthly returns.
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