WhatsApp quoteGetting VAT Registration right at the start avoids penalties that are easy to trigger and tedious to appeal. GoldenKey handles VAT Registration for the companies we form and for businesses that come to us later, so the process is routine for our tax team. Day to day, the most common businesses Irish nationals open through GoldenKey are in aviation leasing, construction, education and hospitality, although VAT Registration supports almost any activity. Day to day, 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 VAT Registration licence is issued.
Why VAT Registration
As we tell every client, penalties for late VAT Registration or late filing start at fixed amounts and grow with delay, and that is why GoldenKey diarises every deadline for its clients. Once registered you must issue tax invoices, file returns on time and keep records for five years. Late registration carries a fixed penalty. For Irish nationals, the practical advantages of VAT Registration are the ease of travel between Ireland and the UAE, English is the working language in both countries, and a banking system that processes euro (EUR) transfers daily.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for vat registration for Irish-owned companies; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Customs code and import records where applicable
- Passport and Emirates ID of the authorised signatory
- Memorandum of association showing shareholders
- Trade licence and certificate of incorporation
- Bank account letter or IBAN certificate
- Turnover evidence such as invoices, contracts or financial statements
Pricing
Day to day, all prices for vat registration for Irish-owned companies are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Put simply, use the table below to compare packages for vat registration for Irish-owned companies; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 2,500 |
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Federal Tax Authority registration for businesses with taxable supplies above AED 375,000 / year
Request this servicePrices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
English is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies vat registration for Irish-owned companies for international company owners. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for vat registration for Irish-owned companies.
Why GoldenKey
We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for vat registration for Irish-owned companies. In our experience, most of our VAT Registration customers come to us through referrals from other founders, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. GoldenKey's consultants have handled vat registration for Irish-owned companies for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss vat registration for Irish-owned companies.
Frequently asked questions
Is VAT Registration mandatory for a free zone company?
VAT registration is mandatory for any UAE company, free zone or mainland, once taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 in 12 months. Goods traded inside designated zones have special rules, but services supplied by free zone companies are generally taxable.
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.
What happens if I miss the VAT 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 VAT Registration?
Yes — Irish nationals can own the full share capital of a VAT Registration company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Irish nationals need a UAE visa before applying for VAT Registration?
No. You can apply for the licence from Ireland with scanned documents, and the investor UAE residence visa is handled afterwards.
