Corporate Tax & VAT Registration Filing and & Ongoing Compliance

UAE corporate tax applies at 0% on taxable profits up to AED 375,000, and 9% above that threshold (with a separate rate for certain large multinationals). Most businesses mainland and free zone alike must register with the Federal Tax Authority and file annual returns, even where no tax is ultimately due. VAT, where applicable, is charged at a standard 5%, with VAT filing in the UAE typically required on a quarterly basis.

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Corporate Tax Advisory

understanding exemptions and how your structure is affected.

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FTA Registration

corporate tax and VAT registration handled for you, on the correct timeline.

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Return Filing

annual corporate tax returns and quarterly VAT filing prepared and submitted.

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Free Zone Tax Position

assessment of whether your income qualifies for the 0% Qualifying Free Zone Person rate.

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Mainland companies

9% tax applies on profits above AED 375,000, with IFRS-compliant records required.

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Free zone entities

0% on qualifying income if you meet Qualifying Free Zone Person conditions; 9% on non-qualifying income.

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Foreign companies UAE

Foreign companies with a UAE permanent establishment, and individuals conducting licensed business activity.

Key Facts

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Corporate tax applies to financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023.

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Returns are due within 9 months of your financial year end.

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VAT registration and VAT filing in the UAE is mandatory once taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 annually (voluntary from AED 187,500).

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Exemptions exist for qualifying government entities, public benefit entities, and qualifying investment funds.

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Everything You Need to Know
About UAE VAT & Tax

✓ BUSINESS TRANSITION SPECIALISTS

Do free zone companies pay corporate tax?

It depends. Qualifying Free Zone Persons can retain a 0% rate on qualifying income if they meet substance and income conditions; income outside those conditions is taxed at 9%.

✓ TAILORED BUSINESS ADVICE

What happens if I don't register for corporate tax?

Registration is mandatory for in-scope businesses regardless of profit level, and missing deadlines can trigger administrative penalties from the Federal Tax Authority.

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How often is VAT filing required in the UAE?

Most businesses file VAT returns quarterly, though the Federal Tax Authority may assign monthly filing to some larger taxpayers. A tax consultant can confirm your specific filing period.

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What accounting standard is required for tax filings?

Financial statements should follow IFRS, or IFRS for SMEs depending on your business size and structure.

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When is VAT registration required?

Once your taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 in a 12-month period, registration is mandatory. Voluntary registration is available from AED 187,500, which can help some businesses reclaim input VAT.

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