Dubai Chambers recently hosted the “Compliance Challenges Workshop 2024” at its headquarters to enhance local business community awareness about the UAE tax system.
The workshop was organized by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in cooperation with Dubai Chambers. It attracted 130 participants and provided an overview of the key taxes that apply to businesses operating in the UAE, including Excise Tax and VAT, as well as the processes for submitting tax returns.
Addressing tax compliance challenges
The session also examined Administrative Penalty Waivers and Instalment Plan Requests, in addition to highlighting the Muwafaq Package launched by FTA. The Muwafaq Package aims to facilitate business operations and tax compliance for SMEs.
Furthermore, the workshop featured an interactive session to answer attendees’ questions about all tax-related transactions and procedures.
Enhancing the business environment
Maha Al Gargawi, vice president of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, commented, “Our efforts to raise awareness on the tax system among the private sector enhance the ability of companies to meet their tax obligations, which contributes to strengthening Dubai’s favourable business environment and fosters sustainable growth.”
FTA’s awareness campaign strategy
Moreover, Zahra Al Dahmani, director of Taxpayer Services at the FTA, said that organising the workshop aligns with the authority’s strategy to create a tax environment that encourages voluntary compliance. The FTA continuously organises awareness campaigns that reach out to all business sectors, introduce them to tax legislations and procedures, and offer clear, easy-to-apply information, she further added.
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