Major Changes to UAE VAT Executive Regulation – What You Need to Know
Introduction The UAE has recently amended its VAT framework through Cabinet Decision No. 100 of 2024 , which took effect on 15 November 2024 . This decision introduces key updates to the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. 8 of 2017 on VAT , aiming to enhance clarity, compliance, and practical application of the law. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) refers to the regulation before this date as the “Previous Executive Regulation” and the updated version as the “New Executive Regulation.” In this article, we highlight the main changes , explain their practical impact , and provide examples where applicable. Major Changes to UAE VAT Executive Regulation Key Articles Amended in the New Executive Regulation This Public Clarification issued by the Federal Tax Authority aims to highlight the main changes introduced to the Executive Regulation. These updates i...