Biography

Ajil Varghese is a Registered Tax Agent in the UAE and Associate Director of Taxation at CLA Emirates, bringing over 15 years of multi-jurisdictional experience across the UAE, Bahrain, Oman, and India. He is a Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), a Commerce graduate, and holds the GCC VAT Diploma along with the ACCA UAE Fellowship.

Known for his technical precision and strategic insight, Ajil is a trusted advisor to businesses navigating the region's evolving tax and regulatory landscape. As a leading UAE corporate tax advisor and indirect tax specialist, Ajil delivers end-to-end tax solutions that protect businesses while optimizing their financial position. Beyond client advisory, Ajil is an active voice in the GCC tax community. He has designed and delivered numerous corporate training programs on UAE Corporate Tax and VAT, and regularly speaks at seminars, webinars, and on digital platforms including YouTube — breaking down complex tax legislation into practical, actionable guidance for business owners and finance professionals.

Leading a skilled and experienced tax team, Ajil combines technical depth with hands-on leadership to ensure clients remain fully compliant and confidently positioned for what's ahead. Whether you need a dependable Tax Agent in Dubai for VAT filings or a strategic partner to guide your corporate tax transition, Ajil Varghese brings the expertise and clarity your business needs to move forward with confidence.

Areas of Expertise

  • VAT – compliance & strategic advisory, VAT return preparation & filing and VAT compliance reviews & tax audits, tax dispute resolution and reconsideration requests, FTA audit support and liaison with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA)
  • UAE Corporate Tax – tax structuring & compliance framework setup, return preparation, and ongoing advisory
  • Excise Tax – compliance advisory, return filing support
  • Corporate training programs on UAE Corporate Tax and VAT

Qualifications & Certifications

  • Chartered Accountant (ICAI)
  • Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
  • GCC VAT Diploma
  • ACCA UAE Fellowship

Industry Experience

  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Trading & Distribution
  • Manufacturing & Industrial
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
  • Free Zone Entities
  • Oil & Gas
  • Education
  • Logistics & Transportation
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Retail & E-commerce