Tax & VAT Automation
Understand how CertusFile handles the 5% UAE VAT, Exemptions, and Report Generation.
Setup VAT Configuration
If your revenue exceeds AED 375,000/year, you must register for VAT. Once registered, configure your TRN here.
- Go to Settings > Company Identity.
- Enter your 15-digit TRN Number.
- Click Save.
Your invoices will now automatically display "Tax Invoice" and show your TRN, as required by law.
Feature Automatic VAT Calculation
You do not need to calculate the 5% manually. The system does it for you based on the "Category" you select.
How it works:
- Standard Expenses: If you select "Office Supplies" or "Rent" and enter AED 1050, the system automatically records AED 50 as VAT.
- Exempt Expenses: If you select "Salaries" or "Government Fees", the system automatically sets VAT to 0.00.
Tip: Always enter the Total Amount from the receipt. We do the math backward to find the VAT.
Filing Generating VAT Returns
When it is time to file your return on the FTA EmaraTax portal, use our report to find the exact numbers.
- Go to Reports > VAT Report.
- Select the Date Range (e.g., Q1: Jan 1 - Mar 31).
- Look at Box 1 (Standard Rated Supplies): Enter this number in the FTA portal.
- Look at Box 8 (Standard Rated Expenses): Enter this number to claim your VAT refund.
- Click Export to download the audit file for your records.