FTA Tax Audit Checklist for Small Businesses in the UAE (A zero‑fluff survival guide for SMEs who’d rather be running their business than explaining receipts) Let’s Be Honest—Audits Aren’t on Anyone’s Vision Board You didn’t start a business in the UAE dreaming about audit prep and VAT returns. You wanted growth, clients, and the occasional guilt‑free Friday off. But here’s the thing—if you’re VAT‑registered, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) can audit you at any time with very little notice. Small businesses often think they’re too under‑the‑radar to be noticed. That’s exactly what makes them vulnerable. The FTA doesn’t just look at big players—it reviews randomly, regionally, or based on sectoral risk. If your VAT returns raise a flag, you’re on their radar. But panic isn’t a strategy. Preparation is. So, instead of burying your head in a spreadsheet the night before an audit, let’s walk through a straight‑talking, no‑jargon checklist built for time‑starved, ...