VAT New Residence Refund Assistance in UAE
Get professional assistance with claiming VAT incurred on the construction of a new residence, including eligibility assessment, invoice verification, documentation, FTA application support, and refund follow-up.
Comprehensive New Residence VAT Refund Assistance
Get end-to-end support for your new residence VAT refund claim, from assessing eligibility and reviewing construction expenses to preparing documentation and supporting the FTA application.
Eligibility & Expenses
Invoices & Contracts
Documentation & Application
Follow-Up & Additional Claims
Uniqey vs Self-Managed vs Freelancer
A side-by-side look at how working with Uniqey compares to managing a new residence VAT refund claim yourself or with a freelance consultant.
| Feature | Uniqey VAT Refund Assistance Best Value | Self-Managed | Freelancer / Consultant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligibility Assessment | Structured | Self-review | Available |
| Invoice Review | Detailed | Self-managed | Available |
| Documentation Check | Comprehensive | Self-managed | Scope dependent |
| Refund Calculation | Verified | Manual | Available |
| Application Preparation | Supported | Self-managed | Available |
| FTA Query Support | Yes | Limited | Scope dependent |
| Application Follow-Up | Yes | Self-managed | Available |
| Retention Payment Support | Available | Self-managed | Varies |
Uniqey VAT Refund Assistance
Best Value- Eligibility Assessment
- Structured
- Invoice Review
- Detailed
- Documentation Check
- Comprehensive
- Refund Calculation
- Verified
- Application Preparation
- Supported
- FTA Query Support
- Yes
- Application Follow-Up
- Yes
- Retention Payment Support
- Available
Self-Managed
- Eligibility Assessment
- Self-review
- Invoice Review
- Self-managed
- Documentation Check
- Self-managed
- Refund Calculation
- Manual
- Application Preparation
- Self-managed
- FTA Query Support
- Limited
- Application Follow-Up
- Self-managed
- Retention Payment Support
- Self-managed
Freelancer / Consultant
- Eligibility Assessment
- Available
- Invoice Review
- Available
- Documentation Check
- Scope dependent
- Refund Calculation
- Available
- Application Preparation
- Available
- FTA Query Support
- Scope dependent
- Application Follow-Up
- Available
- Retention Payment Support
- Varies
From Eligibility Review to Refund Follow-Up
A structured, seven-step process that moves from assessing your eligibility through construction expenses, invoices, and documents to application preparation, FTA submission, and refund follow-up.
from eligibility to refund
- 1Eligibility
Assess Your Eligibility
Review the applicant's eligibility, residence details, construction status, intended residential use, and other applicable conditions for the new residence VAT refund scheme. The FTA states that the scheme is available to UAE nationals building new residences, and the residence must be newly constructed and used solely as the residence of the applicant or their family.
- 2Construction Expenses
Review Construction Expenses
Review construction-related expenses and identify VAT amounts potentially eligible for refund based on the applicable requirements.
- 3Invoices & Payments
Verify Tax Invoices & Payments
Review tax invoices, supplier details, VAT amounts, descriptions, plot information, and proof of payment to identify missing or potentially non-compliant documentation.
- 4Supporting Documents
Review Supporting Documents
Check relevant documents such as Emirates ID, completion or occupancy certificate, building permit, construction contracts, consultancy contracts, bank and IBAN documentation, and other supporting records.
- 5Application Prep
Prepare the Refund Application
Organise the claim information, eligible expenses, VAT amounts, and supporting documents for submission through the applicable FTA channel.
- 6FTA Submission
Support FTA Submission & Queries
Assist with the submission process and help address requests for additional information or documentation from the FTA or verification body.
- 7Refund Follow-Up
Follow Up on the Refund
Track the application and provide support through the refund process, including additional documentation requirements and retention payment claims where applicable. The FTA currently provides the service through EmaraTax and the Maskan application.
Regulations & Requirements We Consider
New residence VAT refund assistance considers the UAE VAT legislation, the Federal Tax Authority’s refund scheme for UAE nationals building new residences, and the applicable eligibility and documentation requirements.
UAE VAT legislation and applicable amendments
Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements
VAT Refund for UAE Nationals Building New Residences
New residence eligibility conditions
Eligible construction expenses and tax invoices
Refund application timelines
Supporting documentation and proof of payment
EmaraTax / applicable FTA submission channels
Compatible with UAE Tax & Documentation Systems
New residence VAT refund assistance can be supported using information and documents maintained across the relevant UAE tax and financial platforms.
Questions About New Residence VAT Refunds
Everything applicants ask about eligibility, qualifying residences, eligible expenses, documents, deadlines, and retention payments.
Ready to Claim Your New Residence VAT Refund?
Make your VAT refund process easier with professional assistance in reviewing eligible expenses, verifying documentation, preparing the claim, and supporting the FTA process.
