WhatsApp quoteGetting Excise Tax Registration right at the start avoids penalties that are easy to trigger and tedious to appeal. GoldenKey handles Excise Tax Registration for the companies we form and for businesses that come to us later, so the process is routine for our tax team. Irish aircraft lessors and agri-food exporters are major players in the UAE market, which gives Irish entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Excise Tax Registration licence is issued. Just as important, irish nationals are a lively community of more than 10,000, strong in aviation leasing, construction, education and hospitality, so the Excise Tax Registration authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Irish applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Excise Tax Registration
Excise rates are 100% on tobacco and energy drinks and 50% on carbonated and sweetened drinks. Penalties for late Excise Tax Registration or late filing start at fixed amounts and grow with delay, which is why GoldenKey diarises every deadline for its clients. Irish applicants benefit from the fact that Excise Tax Registration already has many Irish shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Ireland papers and name formats instantly.
Documents required
For excise tax registration for Irish-owned companies the registrar asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Trade licence and certificate of incorporation
- Turnover evidence such as invoices, contracts or financial statements
- Passport and Emirates ID of the authorised signatory
- Bank account letter or IBAN certificate
- Customs code and import records where applicable
- Memorandum of association showing shareholders
Pricing
The figures below for excise tax registration for Irish-owned companies are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Use the table below to compare packages for excise tax registration for Irish-owned companies; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 3,500 |
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FTA excise registration for producers, importers or warehouse keepers of excisable goods
Request this servicePrices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
As we tell every client, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for excise tax registration for Irish-owned companies. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, so so many business owners choose it as a base for excise tax registration for Irish-owned companies.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled excise tax registration for Irish-owned companies for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with excise tax registration for Irish-owned companies, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. In short, our quotations for excise tax registration for Irish-owned companies list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything.
Day to day, tell us about your plans for excise tax registration for Irish-owned companies and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
Can GoldenKey act as my tax agent?
It can. GoldenKey can prepare and submit filings on your behalf and handle FTA correspondence, so you have one point of contact for licence, visa and tax matters.
Does Excise Tax Registration apply to a new company with no revenue yet?
Only if you intend to import, produce or stockpile excise goods; registration should be completed before the first transaction.
What happens if I miss the Excise Tax Registration deadline?
Late registration attracts a fixed penalty, and late filings add further penalties. If you are already late, GoldenKey can register you and advise on penalty reconsideration where grounds exist.
Can a Irish citizen own 100% of a company in Excise Tax Registration?
It can. Irish nationals can own the full share capital of a Excise Tax Registration company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
How long does the process take for Irish applicants?
Importantly, processing for Irish nationals follows the same timeline as other nationalities. Documents from Ireland that need attestation are the main variable, and GoldenKey guides you through that step.
