New Horizons in Excise Tax: Understanding FTA Decision No. 6 of 2025 on Natural Shortages

Effective July 1, 2025, a significant update in the UAE’s excise tax administration will reshape how businesses manage and report discrepancies in excise goods. Federal Tax Authority (FTA) Decision No. 6 of 2025 introduces comprehensive standards, controls, and procedures for dealing with what is termed “Natural Shortage” of Excise Goods within Designated Zones.

This decision is a direct response to the inherent challenges of managing certain goods whose quantities can naturally diminish during various stages of the supply chain.

For taxable persons and warehouse keepers, this means a clearer, more structured approach to recognizing and accounting for losses due to the natural characteristics of the goods.

The decision specifically defines “Natural Shortage” as a reduction in quantity during production, storage, or transportation within a Designated Zone, which is beyond the taxable person’s control and results in the goods being unfit for consumption.

This level of specificity is invaluable, moving away from ambiguity and providing concrete guidelines. Businesses must familiarize themselves with this upcoming change to ensure their operational and reporting procedures are fully aligned by the effective date.

This forward-looking approach by the FTA aims to streamline compliance, reduce disputes, and foster a more predictable tax environment for industries dealing with volatile or perishable excise goods.

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Explore the impending impact of FTA Decision No. 6 of 2025, effective July 1, 2025. This crucial update introduces new standards for managing “Natural Shortage” of Excise Goods, offering clarity for businesses operating within Designated Zones.

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