- The Federal Tax Authority issued a public clarification on the reverse charge application for electronic devices in the United Arab Emirates.
- The clarification states that Cabinet Resolution No. (91) of 2023 regarding the application of reverse charge mechanism on electronic devices will be effective from October 30, 2023.
- The clarification provides guidance on the application of reverse charge on electronic devices, including mobile phones, computers, tablets, and e-readers.
- Suppliers are responsible for assessing if their goods fall under the reverse charge mechanism.
- Compliance requirements for suppliers include issuing tax invoices, verifying customer VAT registration, and accounting for output tax if the necessary declarations are not provided.
- Customers must provide two declarations to the supplier before the date of supply, stating the intent of use of the electronic devices and confirming their VAT registration.
- The reverse charge mechanism does not apply to supplies related to direct or indirect export or the movement of electronic devices to designated zones.
Source: premier-brains.com
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