UAE VAT Alert (June 2026): FTA’s Education Sector Guide (VATGED1) interprets zero‑rating for qualifying educational services strictly and narrowly, misclassification can create significant VAT exposure. Only QEIs delivering a Qualifying Curriculum qualify; most other supplies default to 5% unless exempt. Includes quick-reference on tuition, related goods/services, accommodation, transport, healthcare, grants, and input tax recovery, plus prioritized actions.
