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UAE and Saudi VAT registration for international sellers

VAT registration is the key that opens Amazon and Noon to companies registered abroad. Our certified VAT consultant registers your company with the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and Saudi ZATCA, then keeps your returns filed on time.

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550+ foreign companies registered for UAE VAT since 2021

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UAE FTA · Saudi ZATCA
Who it's for

Made for businesses like yours

International brand team preparing to launch in the Gulf

Foreign companies

Registered in the UK, US, EU, China, India or anywhere outside the Gulf and need a TRN to list.

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Sellers blocked by tax checks

Amazon or Noon is asking for a VAT number before you can keep selling.

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Agencies and accountants

You need a reliable Gulf VAT partner for your clients.

Start to finish

Your road from start to finish

Each stop is a clear handover: you know what happens next and when.

  1. StartSend documents

    Licence, owner ID, bank statement.

    Day 1
  2. Step 2Eligibility check

    We confirm UAE / KSA thresholds.

    1–2 days
  3. Step 3Application filed

    FTA and / or ZATCA portal.

    ~1 week
  4. Step 4TRN issued

    Certificate in your company's name.

    2–4 weeks
  5. Finish lineLinked & filed

    TRN on Amazon / Noon, quarterly returns.

    Every quarter
UAE vs Saudi Arabia

The rules for non-resident sellers, side by side

UAESaudi Arabia (KSA)
Tax authorityFederal Tax Authority (FTA), EmaraTax portalZakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA)
Standard VAT rate5%15%
Registration threshold for non-residentsNone: register once you make taxable supplies in the UAENone: register from the first taxable sale
Local representativeNot mandatory; an FTA-approved tax agent is optionalTax representative required for non-residents (ZATCA); we coordinate one
Return frequencyUsually quarterlyMonthly or quarterly
Marketplace useRequired for Noon UAE international sellers; used on Amazon.aeRequired for Noon KSA international sellers; used on Amazon.sa

Summary for guidance only, based on published FTA and ZATCA rules and the Kreston UAE VAT guide. Your obligations depend on your business; we confirm them during the document check.

Process

How we register your company

01
Document checkLicence, passport, address and bank details reviewed
02
Translation & prepAttestation and Arabic translation where needed
03
ApplicationFiled on EmaraTax or the ZATCA portal
04
TRN issuedYour VAT certificate and Tax Registration Number
05
Linked & filedAdded to Amazon / Noon, returns filed every period
VAT services

Everything VAT, for marketplace sellers

UAE VAT (FTA)

  • VAT registration for non-resident companies
  • EmaraTax account setup
  • Tax agent coordination
  • Quarterly VAT returns
  • VAT amendments and deregistration

Saudi VAT (ZATCA)

  • VAT registration for non-residents
  • Representative and security guidance
  • Monthly or quarterly returns
  • E-invoicing (FATOORA) guidance
  • Amendments and deregistration

Marketplace compliance

  • Linking your TRN to Amazon and Noon
  • VAT-inclusive pricing setup
  • Reconciling marketplace sales reports to returns
  • Invoice and record-keeping guidance
  • Penalty-avoidance reminders
Who handles your file

A certified VAT consultant, not a form-filling service

Rehana Bashir, our certified VAT consultant in the UK, leads every UAE and KSA registration, supported by our UAE operations team in Dubai.

VAT disclaimerThe information on this page is general guidance on VAT for marketplace sellers and is not tax or legal advice. Tax rules change; requirements are confirmed by the FTA or ZATCA when your application is assessed. Noon Guru prepares and submits applications on your behalf; approval decisions rest with the tax authority.
FAQ

VAT questions

How much does VAT registration cost?

One-time: USD 250 for UAE VAT (FTA) and USD 300 for Saudi VAT (ZATCA). Quarterly VAT return filing costs USD 30 to 100 per quarter.

Can a foreign company register for VAT in the UAE?

Yes. A business with no place of establishment in the UAE must register with the Federal Tax Authority once it makes taxable supplies in the UAE, such as selling to UAE customers on Amazon or Noon. The AED 375,000 threshold that applies to UAE residents does not apply to non-residents.

Do non-resident sellers need Saudi VAT registration?

Yes. A non-resident making taxable supplies in Saudi Arabia must register with ZATCA from its first sale. The standard rate is 15%. We handle the registration and guide you on the representative and security requirements that apply to your case.

Does Noon require a VAT certificate for international sellers?

For the standard international seller route (your own store with Fulfilled by Noon), Noon asks for a VAT certificate issued by the selling country: UAE FTA for Noon UAE, ZATCA for Noon KSA. Some Noon cross-border programmes work differently and we will tell you if one suits you better.

Do I need a tax agent in the UAE?

Fiscal representation is not mandatory for non-residents in the UAE. Many foreign sellers appoint an FTA-approved tax agent to handle registration and returns on their behalf; we coordinate this for you.

How often are VAT returns filed?

UAE VAT returns are normally quarterly. Saudi returns are monthly or quarterly depending on turnover. A nil return is still required if you had no sales in a period. Our monthly plans include filing reminders and preparation from your marketplace reports.