01 03 05 06 04 02 Understanding Excise Tax in the UAE Tobacco Products Energy Drinks Carbonated Drinks Electronic Smoking Devices and Tools Sweetened Beverages: Excise tax is a form of indirect tax levied on specific goods that are typically harmful to human health or the environment. SUBJECT TO EXCISE TAX Registration Inventory Management Filing Returns Payment of Tax The UAE introduced excise tax on October 1, 2017. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) is responsible for overseeing and collecting this tax. For consumers, the most immediate impact of excise tax is the increased cost of certain products. The introduction of excise tax in the UAE is a strategic move aimed at diversifying the country's revenue sources and promoting public health. EXCISE TAX EXCISE TAX IN THE UAE IMPACT ON CONSUMERS CONCLUSION IMPACT ON BUSINESSES