Exemption Request from All or Some of the Debts and Dues Outstanding and Payable to the State’s Treasury

About this service

A service provided to federal entities due to the existence of amounts owed to the federal government and the need for individuals to be exempted from them, and based on Article (58) of Federal Decree Law No. (26) of 2019, regarding public finance. It stipulates that "the Council of Ministers shall impose federal fees or revenues of all kinds or exempt from them – except taxes – by a decision based on the proposal of the Minister, in accordance with the provisions of the legislation in force in the State".

Article (81) of Federal Decree-Law No. (26) of 2019 on Public Finance:
The Council of Ministers may exempt federal entities or persons from all or part of the debts and dues owed to federal entities upon the request of the Minister, accompanied by the Ministry's views, and based on a request of the concerned federal authority by virtue of a written memorandum submitted to the Minister attaching the reasons and justifications for the exemption.

The Council of Ministers may determine special conditions on the basis of which any exemption shall be granted in accordance with the preceding paragraph.

The process

1. Visit the Ministry of Finance’s official website or smart application.
2. Select the “Request for Exemption from All or Part of Debts and Receivables Due to the State Treasury” service from the service list.
3. Click on the "Start Service" button.
4. Log in using UAE Pass.
5. Select the application submission method (AI-assisted or manual submission).
6. Attach the required documents.
7. Review the information and verify its accuracy before requesting the electronic signature.
8. Submit the request by copying the request link and sending it to the authorized signatory within the federal entity for approval.

Conditions of use

• Clarification of the justifications for the exemption and the financial impact on federal government revenues.

Required Documents

• An official letter from the federal entity outlining the justification for the exemption and its financial impact on the Federal Government's revenues.
• A Debt Certificate for the beneficiary of the exemption.
• A copy of the passport of the exemption beneficiary.
• A copy of the Emirates ID of the exemption beneficiary.

Dependent on other services

Yes (federal entities / ministries / authorities) and the esteemed council of ministers.

Digital Accessibility

This service has been designed in accordance with the Digital Accessibility Policy issued by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA). It ensures easy access for all users, including People of Determination, with support for keyboard navigation, screen readers, content zoom up to 200%, and clear display of messages and alerts. Accessibility features will be continuously updated whenever any enhancements are made to digital channels or the user journey.