• A2, Digital Park, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, UAE
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Accounting & Tax Advisory Practice

UAE VAT Tourist Refund Scheme & Planet Tax Free Integration

Merchant integration, digital tax-free tagging, Point-of-Sale (POS) compliance, and audit governance under the UAE Tourist Refund Scheme.

Enable your retail outlets to offer instant VAT refunds to international visitors. Complete setup with Planet Payment (FTA operator), merchant onboarding, and POS integration.

Planet System
Official Operator
FTA authorized digital refund provider
100% Digital
Paperless Tagging
Seamless digital tax invoice tags
Instant Setup
Merchant Enrollment
Fast-track onboarding of retail branches
Retail Growth
Tourist Spend
Increase tourist sales conversion

The UAE Tourist Tax Refund System Architecture

Under the Federal Tax Authority Tourist Refund Scheme operated by Planet Payment, registered UAE retail merchants can offer international tourists a refund of the 5% VAT paid on retail purchases made in the UAE. Participating merchants enhance their global appeal while maintaining flawless compliance with FTA retail reporting rules.

Merchant Scheme Registration

Enrolling retail companies and individual branch locations into the official Planet Tax Free merchant network.

POS & Terminal Software Setup

Configuring point-of-sale software, barcode scanners, and thermal printers for digital tourist tag issuance.

Retail Staff Training

Educating store staff on passport verification, minimum spend thresholds, and tourist eligibility criteria.

VAT Form 201 Reconciliation

Accurately accounting for tourist sales and verifying operator settlement credits on quarterly VAT returns.

Structured Execution & Statutory Roadmap

01
Eligibility & Store Assessment

Reviewing retail license, store locations, and POS infrastructure compatibility.

02
Planet Contract & Onboarding

Submitting commercial application, merchant agreement, and securing Planet terminal credentials.

03
System Integration & Testing

Deploying digital tag issuing software and running test tourist transactions.

04
Go-Live & Ongoing Support

Launching in-store tourist refund capability with marketing display collaterals and regular reconciliations.

Mandatory Documentation & Prerequisites

  • Valid Commercial Trade License: DED or Free Zone retail trade license with permitted consumer goods trading activities.
  • Active VAT Registration (TRN): Official Tax Registration Certificate issued by the Federal Tax Authority.
  • Store Lease Agreement & Photos: Ejari or tenancy contract for retail premises and storefront exterior/interior photographs.
  • Corporate Bank Account Details: Stamped IBAN certificate for automated merchant fee reimbursements and settlements.

Boost International Tourist Footfall

Offering seamless tax-free shopping is essential for high-end retail, electronics, luxury fashion, and souvenir businesses in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. We get your stores certified rapidly.

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