Customs and Indirect Tax in Dubai
Review customs classification, valuation, documentation and the interaction between import data, VAT and accounting records.
Cost of Delay
Last reviewed 22 Sep 2026Misclassification or valuation errors can create duty, tax, penalties, shipment delays and retrospective exposure. Exact penalties depend on the customs authority and breach.
Summarised from official UAE sources for information. Amounts and deadlines depend on the facts and can change, so the current position is confirmed before we advise.
Discuss My Customs ExposureCase study
Example scenario, not a completed engagementA trading business had recurring differences between customs declarations, landed cost and VAT returns. Regent reconciled the flow and redesigned the supporting process.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Regent include in its Customs and Indirect Tax service?
Scope includes import-flow mapping, classification and valuation review, customs-to-VAT reconciliation, and remediation and process design. The proposal confirms entities, periods and exclusions.
When should we start and what will Regent need?
Start when the obligation, transaction, notice or deadline is known. Regent will issue a focused request list beginning with import-flow mapping, entity details, records and dates.
Can we check our position before committing to the full service?
Yes. Use the Customs and Import Risk Check for an initial indication, then route the result to the appropriate Regent advisor.