Refund delayed by missing documents
NBR asked for more documents on our refund. What usually helps?
The situation
The NBR reviews the invoices and evidence behind refund claims.
The law
- VAT Executive Regulations (Resolution No. 12 of 2018): Detailed rules on registration, tax periods, invoices and refunds
What it means for you
Most delays come from invoices that are not valid tax invoices, missing payment proof, or export sales without exit documents. Reply within the date in the query with an indexed pack. If you cannot supply an item, say so and offer an alternative such as bank statements or contracts.
What to do
- Read the query carefully.
- Gather the documents.
- Reply by the deadline.
- Keep copies.
We can do this for youVAT refund of excess input tax and non-resident refund claims: BHD 350