UAE Corporate Tax Services
Expert CT registration, compliance, and advisory for the UAE's 9% corporate tax regime
Corporate Tax Services
Comprehensive CT solutions from registration to ongoing compliance and strategic tax planning
CT Registration
AED 3,000
- Federal Tax Authority registration
- Tax Registration Number (TRN)
- Corporate tax group registration
- Documentation preparation
- FTA portal setup
- Compliance checklist
Tax Compliance & Filing
AED 5,000/year
- Annual CT return preparation
- Quarterly compliance review
- Taxable income calculation
- Transfer pricing documentation
- Audit support & representation
- FTA correspondence handling
Tax Planning & Advisory
AED 4,000
- Tax structure optimization
- Free zone exemption analysis
- Small business relief planning
- Deduction maximization
- Group restructuring advice
- International tax planning
Ongoing CT Support
AED 2,500/month
- Monthly compliance monitoring
- Regulatory updates
- Tax position reviews
- Record-keeping assistance
- FTA portal management
- Penalty mitigation
UAE Corporate Tax Benefits
Understand the key features and advantages of UAE's competitive CT regime
9% Standard Rate
Competitive corporate tax rate of 9% on taxable income exceeding AED 375,000
Small Business Relief
0% tax for businesses with revenue below AED 3 million threshold
Free Zone Benefits
0% CT rate for qualifying free zone entities meeting substance requirements
Transfer Pricing
Arm's length principle compliance and documentation for related party transactions
Loss Relief
Carry forward tax losses indefinitely to offset future taxable profits
Group Relief
Transfer losses between qualifying group companies for tax optimization
CT Registration Process
Simple 4-step process to ensure full corporate tax compliance
Tax Assessment
1-2 daysEvaluate your business structure, revenue, and CT applicability. Determine exemptions and relief eligibility.
Registration & TRN
3-5 daysRegister with Federal Tax Authority and obtain Tax Registration Number (TRN) for CT purposes.
Compliance Setup
5-7 daysEstablish accounting systems, transfer pricing policies, and documentation frameworks.
Filing & Reporting
AnnualPrepare and submit annual CT returns within 9 months of financial year-end. Ongoing monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about UAE Corporate Tax
When does UAE Corporate Tax apply?
UAE Corporate Tax came into effect on June 1, 2023, for financial years starting on or after that date. All businesses and commercial activities in the UAE mainland and free zones are subject to CT, with specific exemptions for qualifying entities.
What is the Corporate Tax rate in UAE?
The standard CT rate is 9% on taxable income exceeding AED 375,000. There is a 0% rate for taxable income up to AED 375,000. Qualifying free zone entities enjoy 0% CT rate on qualifying income, while multinational enterprises may be subject to different rates under Pillar Two rules.
Who is exempt from Corporate Tax?
Exemptions include: government entities, government-controlled entities, extractive businesses, non-extractive natural resources businesses, qualifying public benefit entities, qualifying investment funds, and certain pension or social security funds. Personal investment income is also exempt.
What is Small Business Relief?
Small Business Relief provides a 0% CT rate for businesses with revenue not exceeding AED 3 million in a tax period. This is optional - businesses can elect to apply this relief or pay tax at the standard rate. The relief is designed to reduce compliance burden for small enterprises.
How do Free Zone companies benefit?
Qualifying Free Zone Persons (QFZP) can enjoy 0% CT on qualifying income. To qualify, the entity must: have adequate substance in the UAE, derive qualifying income only, maintain separate accounts, not elect for mainland treatment, and comply with transfer pricing rules. Non-qualifying income is taxed at 9%.
What are the filing requirements?
Businesses must file a CT return within 9 months from the end of their financial year. The tax period is typically 12 months aligned with the financial year. Companies must maintain accounting records for 7 years, prepare transfer pricing documentation if applicable, and submit audited financial statements if required.
How is taxable income calculated?
Taxable income starts with accounting profit prepared under acceptable accounting standards (IFRS, IAS, etc.), then adjusted for tax purposes. Add back non-deductible expenses (non-business expenses, capital expenditure, certain provisions) and deduct allowable expenses, depreciation, and available reliefs. Transfer pricing adjustments may apply.
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
Penalties include: AED 10,000 for late CT registration, AED 1,000-10,000 for late filing (increasing with delay), tax-geared penalties for underreporting (up to 50% of unpaid tax), AED 20,000 for tax evasion, and late payment penalties. Voluntary disclosure can reduce penalties significantly.
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