GTL Summary:

Article 35 defines the methodology for calculating the taxable value of imported goods. The value is primarily based on the customs value determined under applicable Customs Legislation. This valuation must include all associated costs such as insurance, freight, any customs fees, and any Excise Tax paid on the goods during import. The Article explicitly states that the tax itself shall not be included in this value of supply. If determining the value through this method is not possible, the Article mandates the use of alternate valuation rules as provided for in the same Customs Legislation.

Document Type: Tax Law Article
Law: VAT (FDL No 8 of 2017, as amended)
Article Number: 35
Country: 🇦🇪 UAE
Location: Title 5 - Rules Pertaining to Supplies › Chapter 4 - Value of Supply
Order: 35
Last updated at: 2025-12-26 14:13:51 UTC

Title 5 - Rules Pertaining to Supplies

Chapter 4 - Value of Supply

Article 35
Value of Import

The Import value of Goods consists of:

  1. The customs value pursuant to Customs Legislation, including the value of insurance, freight and any customs fees and Excise Tax paid on the Import of the Goods. Tax shall not be included in the value of the supply.

  2. If it is not possible to determine the value pursuant to Clause 1 of this Article, the value shall be determined based on alternate valuation rules stated in the applicable Customs Legislation.

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