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What is
Excise Tax?
In the UAE, Excise Tax is applied to all businesses involved in manufacturing, importing, and warehousing of products deemed harmful to health — including alcohol, tobacco, e-cigarette devices and liquids, carbonated drinks, energy drinks, and sweetened beverages.
Introduced under Federal Decree-Law No. 7 of 2017, excise tax aims to reduce consumption of health-impacting products and promote public well-being, while generating revenue for government services.
At GetMyAccounting, our FTA-registered experts handle your excise tax registration, monthly filings, and product registration — ensuring full compliance and zero penalties.
Excise Tax at a Glance
Excise Tax Rates
on Products
Different excise goods attract different tax rates in the UAE, based on their level of harm to public health.
Tobacco Products
All tobacco goods including cigarettes, cigars, and loose tobacco are taxed at 100% of the retail selling price.
E-Cigarettes & Liquids
Electronic smoking devices, vapes, and all associated liquids are subject to a 100% excise tax rate.
Energy Drinks
Beverages marketed as energy drinks containing stimulants like caffeine, taurine, or similar substances attract a 50% tax.
Sweetened Beverages
Any beverages with added sugar or sweeteners, including juices and flavoured drinks, carry a 50% excise tax rate.
Carbonated Drinks
Aerated water and carbonated soft drinks — excluding unflavoured sparkling water — are taxed at 50%.
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages are subject to a 100% excise tax, in addition to applicable VAT and municipality levies.
Which Products Require
Excise Tax Filing?
If your business imports, manufactures, warehouses, or releases any of the following products in the UAE, excise tax registration and filing is mandatory.
Tobacco Goods
Cigarettes, cigars, shisha tobacco, and all tobacco-related products
Liquid & Devices for E-Cigarettes
Vaping devices, e-cigarettes, and all associated e-liquids and cartridges
Alcohol
All alcoholic beverages including beer, wine, spirits, and mixed drinks
Carbonated Drinks
Fizzy soft drinks, sodas, and other aerated beverages (excluding plain sparkling water)
Energy Drinks
Drinks marketed as energy-boosting, containing caffeine, taurine, or stimulants
Sweetened Beverages
Any beverages with added sugar or sweeteners, including juices and flavoured drinks
Our Excise
Tax Services
Complete excise tax management for UAE businesses — from registration to monthly filings, handled by FTA-registered experts.
Excise Tax Registration
Businesses involved in importing, manufacturing, or storing excise goods must register with the FTA. We handle all documentation and ensure seamless, accurate registration from start to finish.
Excise Tax Filing in UAE
Excise tax returns must be filed monthly with the FTA. Our team accurately reports your taxable imports, manufacturing, and warehousing — ensuring on-time submission and zero penalties.
Product Registration
Businesses importing, manufacturing, or selling excise goods must register each product with authorities. We manage the full product registration process for legal distribution within the UAE market.
Excise Tax Consultancy
Expert guidance on excise tax obligations, product classification, and compliance strategy. We help businesses understand their liabilities and structure operations to minimize excise tax exposure.
Warehouse & Stockpile Management
For businesses operating Designated Zones, we provide complete compliance support including stockpile declarations, warehouse registration, and ongoing FTA reporting requirements.
Excise Tax Audit Support
Facing an FTA excise tax audit? Our experts prepare your records, manage all auditor communication, and protect your business from unexpected penalties and compliance issues.
Excise Tax Filing
Requirements
Excise tax filing is required monthly. Businesses must report and remit the tax accurately to the FTA within the stipulated timeframes to avoid penalties.
Monthly Filing Obligation
Excise tax returns must be submitted every month to the Federal Tax Authority. Late submissions result in FTA administrative penalties starting at AED 1,000.
What Must Be Reported
Businesses must report all taxable imports into the UAE, locally manufactured excise goods released for consumption, and goods released from Designated Zones.
Who Must Register
Any business that imports, produces, or releases excise goods for consumption in the UAE — or stocks excise goods in excess of the quantities prior to the tax — must register with the FTA.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Failure to register or file on time attracts significant FTA penalties. GetMyAccounting proactively manages all your deadlines to ensure your business is always fully compliant.
Dubai's Excise
Tax Specialists
Excise tax compliance is highly technical and time-sensitive. GetMyAccounting's FTA-registered specialists handle every monthly obligation — so your business stays penalty-free.
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FTA-Registered Tax Agents
Fully authorized with deep expertise in UAE Excise Tax law, product classifications, and FTA processes.
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Monthly Filing Management
We proactively track all your excise tax deadlines and file on time — every single month, without fail.
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Product & Warehouse Compliance
Complete support for product registrations, Designated Zone compliance, and stockpile declarations.
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2-Hour Response Guarantee
Direct access to your dedicated excise tax expert — fast, responsive, and always available when you need us.
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