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Excise Tax Deep Dive

100% on tobacco, 100% on energy drinks, 50% on soft drinks.

EXCISEMarch 2026 ยท 9 min read

Excise Rates

Product Rate Base
Tobacco products 100% Higher of retail or import
Energy drinks 100% Higher of retail or import
Carbonated drinks 50% Higher of retail or import
Sweetened drinks 50% Higher of retail or import

๐Ÿ“‹ Obligations

Register before importing or producing excisable goods. File monthly excise returns. Maintain excise warehouse records. Digital tax stamps on tobacco. VAT charged on top of the excise-inclusive price. GCC movement requires transit documentation.

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