
Why New-Home VAT Refund Claims Get Delayed or Rejected (and How to Avoid It)
The new-home VAT refund for UAE nationals can return a significant amount, but many claims are delayed because of avoidable problems in the file.
Common reasons for delay or rejection
- Missing the 12-month deadline from the completion date.
- Invoices without a valid supplier TRN or not showing the VAT amount.
- Invoices in someone else’s name, such as a relative or the contractor.
- Payments that do not match the invoices, or no proof of payment.
- Ineligible costs included in the claim.
- Missing documents, such as the completion certificate or the contract with the main contractor.
Checklist before you submit
- Completion certificate and building permit
- Title deed or land allocation document
- Contract with the main contractor
- All tax invoices, checked one by one
- Bank transfers or receipts matching each invoice
How we help
We review every invoice and document, flag problems before submission, prepare a complete file and follow up with the FTA. Our fee is fixed and never a percentage of your refund.
Read the full guide: VAT refund on new homes for UAE nationals.
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General information only, not advice for your specific situation.
