The Hidden Cost of Non-Compliance for UAE SMEs — and How ECM Can Help Protect You

Non-Compliance Can Cost More Than You Think

The UAE’s regulatory landscape is changing fast. SMEs now face increasing requirements to maintain detailed records for VAT, Corporate Tax, ESR, and more. Falling behind isn’t just risky — it can be expensive.

What’s the cost of not getting it right? Often far more than the cost of protecting your business.

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The Growing Risk for SMEs in the UAE

Here’s what SMEs are now required to maintain:

• VAT records for at least 5 years
• Corporate tax records for at least 7 years
• Proper invoicing and transaction documentation
• Evidence of economic substance (if applicable)

Without proper document management, businesses risk misfiling, losing records, and missing deadlines.

Real Fines Faced by UAE SMEs

According to the Federal Tax Authority and UAE tax experts, these are some of the penalties SMEs are currently facing:

VAT Non-Compliance

• Late VAT return submission: AED 1,000 (first offense), AED 2,000 (repeats)
• Incorrect VAT invoices: AED 2,500 per invoice
• Late payment: 2% immediate penalty + 4% monthly penalty

Corporate Tax Violations

• Failure to register on time: AED 10,000
• Late return filing: AED 500/month (first year), increasing to AED 1,000/month
• Inadequate record-keeping: AED 10,000 per offense, rising to AED 20,000 for repeat offenses within 2 years

What Does This Mean for SMEs?

A simple filing error or missing record could cost your business more than AED 10,000.

With multiple regulations at play, these fines can stack up quickly.

How ECM Protects Your Business

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• Organize your tax and compliance records centrally
• Maintain full audit trails
• Automate alerts for key deadlines
• Keep all files securely accessible when needed.

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