FTA Dispute Resolution
Tax assessment appeals, penalty challenges, and voluntary disclosure guidance.
Our approach
How we navigate the FTA appeals process.
When the Federal Tax Authority issues an assessment or imposes a penalty, the clock starts immediately. You have 20 business days to file a reconsideration request, and 20 more to escalate to the Tax Disputes Resolution Committee. Missing either deadline extinguishes your right to challenge. We handle the full appeal chain: initial FTA reconsideration, TDRC proceedings, and Federal Court of Appeal. Our practice covers VAT, excise tax, and the new corporate tax regime. We also advise on voluntary disclosure applications where taxpayers need to correct prior filings before the FTA discovers the error independently.
What we cover
- FTA reconsideration requests within the 20-day deadline
- Tax Disputes Resolution Committee representations
- Federal Court of Appeal proceedings
- Voluntary disclosure programme applications
Our process
From consultation to resolution.
01
Deadline preservation
We immediately review the assessment, preserve your statutory appeal deadlines, and identify all available grounds for challenge.
02
FTA engagement
Reconsideration request with detailed legal and factual submissions, supporting documentation, and expert opinions where applicable.
03
Escalation if needed
TDRC hearing and, if the outcome is unsatisfactory, Federal Court appeal with full written and oral advocacy.
Free first consultation
Discuss your
matter.
Tell us what you are facing. We will assess the merits, outline the strategy, and give you an honest reading of what to expect.
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