Global VAT: FAQs, Articles & Expert Insights

Understanding VAT in a Global Context

Value Added Tax (VAT) is applied in more than 160 countries, yet the rules differ widely. For global businesses, VAT is more than a local filing — it affects pricing, contracts, and cash flow across borders.

Antravia’s VAT Knowledge Hub explains how VAT operates in the EU, UK, UAE, and other key markets, helping companies navigate registration, reclaim procedures, and cross-border compliance with clarity and confidence.

What you’ll find here

This section brings together practical content for finance leaders, accountants, and entrepreneurs expanding internationally.

VAT Guides – Country-specific overviews explaining rates, thresholds, and registration rules.

VAT Refund and Reclaim Articles – How non-resident businesses recover VAT on travel, trade fairs, and supplier invoices.

FAQs – Concise answers to common questions such as “Can U.S. companies reclaim EU VAT?” and “What documents do I need for a UAE VAT refund?”

Expert Insights – Commentary on new legislation, reciprocity updates, and best practice in indirect-tax management.

VAT FAQs, Articles & Expert Insights

VAT Information by region

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VAT Reclaim: FAQs, Articles & Expert Insights

Common VAT Reclaim Questions

Who can reclaim VAT?
Businesses that are not established in the country where VAT was paid but incurred legitimate business expenses, and that operate from a country with reciprocity rights.

What expenses qualify?
Hotel stays, event participation, supplier invoices, professional services, logistics, and marketing — provided VAT appears on a valid tax invoice.

How long do I have to file a claim?
Deadlines vary: typically by 30 June or 30 September of the following year in the EU, and 31 August for UAE claims.

How are refunds received?
Approved refunds are paid directly by each tax authority, usually in EUR, GBP, or AED, within 4–9 months of submission.

For detailed country guidance, see our VAT Refund Directory.

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