Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced that total revenues collected from Value Added Tax (VAT) and Excise Tax and distributed to federal and local governments exceeded AED46 billion in 2025.
The figure marks an increase from approximately AED41 billion in 2024, representing year-on-year growth of 15 percent.
Strong fiscal performance
Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, said the increase reflects the strength of the UAE’s fiscal framework and its ability to maintain stable government revenues.
He noted that the growth supports fiscal balance and contributes to advancing national economic and development priorities.
Mature financial framework
Al Hussaini said the latest data demonstrates the maturity of the UAE’s tax system, highlighting transparency, discipline and effective public resource management.
He added that these factors enhance confidence in government performance and support long-term planning based on sustainable financial foundations.
Integrated revenue management
The Ministry continues to work closely with federal and local entities to strengthen mechanisms for managing public revenues, improve operational efficiency and enhance the responsiveness of fiscal policies to economic developments.
Tax revenues, he said, represent a key pillar of public finances within a structured institutional framework that emphasises coordination and clearly defined roles.
Supporting economic competitiveness
Al Hussaini stressed that ongoing improvements in the fiscal system contribute to the UAE’s broader development agenda and strengthen the competitiveness of the national economy.
The Ministry’s efforts aim to ensure that public finance management continues to support sustainable growth and long-term economic stability.