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The UAE's new Corporate Tax law is here, alongside existing VAT regulations. We translate complexity into clarity, ensuring your business is compliant, optimized, and prepared for the future.
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The New Tax Landscape at a Glance (Corporate Tax)
Understanding the core components of the UAE Corporate Tax law is the first step toward full compliance.
Standard CT Rate
On taxable income exceeding AED 375,000.
SME & Startup Support
On taxable income up to AED 375,000 to foster growth.
Mandatory Record-Keeping
Financial records must be maintained to IFRS standards.
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Deep Dive: The Free Zone Challenge - Maintaining 0% Status (Corporate Tax)
The 0% Corporate Tax rate for Free Zone entities is not automatic. It requires meeting a strict set of "Qualifying Free Zone Person" conditions. Failing even one condition can subject your entire income to the 9% tax rate. Use this interactive checklist to understand your obligations.
- Maintain Adequate Substance: You must have sufficient assets and employees within the Free Zone relevant to your core income-generating activities.
- Derive "Qualifying Income": Your income must come from activities specified by the law. Certain "excluded activities" will disqualify you.
- Meet "De Minimis" Requirements: Your non-qualifying revenue must not exceed the lower of AED 5 million or 5% of your total revenue in a given period.
- Comply with Transfer Pricing: All transactions with related parties (even domestic ones) must adhere to arm's length principles and be properly documented.
- Prepare Audited Financials: You must prepare and maintain audited financial statements in accordance with IFRS. This is a mandatory requirement.
Understanding VAT
Deep Dive: Understanding UAE Value Added Tax (VAT)
Introduced in 2018, UAE VAT is a consumption tax applied to most goods and services. Understanding its mechanics is crucial for all businesses operating in the UAE.
Standard Rate
5% Standard Rate applied to most goods and services.
Zero-Rated Supplies
Includes exports, international transportation, certain healthcare/education.
Exempt Supplies
Includes bare land, residential properties, certain financial services.
Registration Thresholds
Mandatory: AED 375,000 (annual taxable supplies/expenses).
Voluntary: AED 187,500 (annual taxable supplies/expenses).
Input vs Output Tax
Input Tax: VAT paid on purchases (recoverable if eligible).
Output Tax: VAT collected on sales.
Regular Filings
Businesses must file VAT returns (monthly or quarterly) and remit net VAT to the FTA.
Standard Rate
5% Standard Rate applied to most goods and services.
Zero-Rated Supplies
Includes exports, international transportation, certain healthcare/education.
Exempt Supplies
Includes bare land, residential properties, certain financial services.
Registration Thresholds
Mandatory: AED 375,000 (annual taxable supplies/expenses).
Voluntary: AED 187,500 (annual taxable supplies/expenses).
Input vs. Output Tax
Input Tax: VAT paid on purchases (recoverable if eligible).
Output Tax: VAT collected on sales.
Regular Filings
Businesses must file VAT returns (monthly or quarterly) and remit net VAT to the FTA.
Eligibility
Common Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them
Navigating this new territory alone is risky. Here are the most common mistakes we help our clients avoid for both CT and VAT.
Regulatory Complexity (CT)
Pain Point: Confusion over dual 0% thresholds, Free Zone conditions, and the new scope of Transfer Pricing.
Our Solution: We provide clear, tailored guidance to ensure you choose the right path and meet all specific conditions.
VAT Classification & Recovery Errors
Pain Point: Incorrectly classifying supplies (standard, zero-rated, exempt) or making errors in input tax recovery, leading to penalties.
Our Solution: We ensure accurate classification of all your revenue streams and meticulous handling of input tax recovery to maximize legitimate refunds.
Operational Burden (CT & VAT)
Pain Point: Overhauling finance functions, meticulous record-keeping for 7 years, and segregating activities for both CT and VAT.
Our Solution: We help streamline your processes and can manage your bookkeeping and filing to reduce your administrative load.
Financial Risk (CT & VAT)
Pain Point: Risk of severe penalties from incorrect filings, miscalculated income, or missed deadlines for both CT and VAT.
Our Solution: Our expert review and filing process protects you from costly errors and ensures you meet every deadline.
Technology Gap (CT & VAT)
Pain Point: Lack of proper accounting systems (ERP) to track transactions and compliance data accurately for CT and VAT.
Our Solution: We provide guidance and implement cost-effective accounting solutions to automate and simplify your compliance.
Solutions
Our Solutions: Your Peace of Mind
We offer end-to-end services to handle every aspect of your corporate tax and VAT needs.
CT Advisory & Planning
Strategic guidance to optimize your tax position and ensure long-term compliance under Corporate Tax.
VAT Advisory & Compliance
Expert advice on VAT implications, proper classification, and ensuring full compliance with FTA regulations.
Registration & Filing (CT & VAT)
Hassle-free registration with the FTA and accurate, timely annual return filing for both CT and VAT.
Free Zone CT Specialization
Expert support to navigate the complex conditions and secure your 0% Corporate Tax status.
Transfer Pricing Documentation
Comprehensive documentation to ensure your related-party transactions are compliant with CT rules.
IFRS Financial Statements
Preparation of audited, compliant financial statements required by law for both CT and VAT purposes.
Indirect Tax Advisory
Strategically manage, optimize, and automate indirect taxes to future-proof your business compliance seamlessly.
Global Tax Strategy
Proactive, future-focused insights empowering businesses to effectively navigate complex international tax environments with confidence.
Transfer Pricing Excellence
Advanced transfer pricing strategies crafted to anticipate and address tomorrow’s compliance and regulatory requirements effectively.
CT Advisory & Planning
Strategic guidance to optimize your tax position and ensure long-term compliance under Corporate Tax.
VAT Advisory & Compliance
Expert advice on VAT implications, proper classification, and ensuring full compliance with FTA regulations.
Registration & Filing (CT & VAT)
Hassle-free registration with the FTA and accurate, timely annual return filing for both CT and VAT.
Free Zone CT Specialization
Expert support to navigate the complex conditions and secure your 0% Corporate Tax status.
Transfer Pricing Documentation
Comprehensive documentation to ensure your related-party transactions are compliant with CT rules.
IFRS Financial Statements
Preparation of audited, compliant financial statements required by law for both CT and VAT purposes.
Indirect Tax Advisory
Strategically manage, optimize, and automate indirect taxes to future-proof your business compliance seamlessly.
Global Tax Strategy
Proactive, future-focused insights empowering businesses to effectively navigate complex international tax environments with confidence.
Transfer Pricing Excellence
Advanced transfer pricing strategies crafted to anticipate and address tomorrow’s compliance and regulatory requirements effectively.
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Why Choose Us ?
Why Choose TaxFillings.ae?
We're not just consultants; we're your dedicated partners in financial compliance.
- SME & Free Zone Experts: We specialize in the unique challenges faced by SMEs and Free Zone entities, covering both CT and VAT.
- Clarity & Simplicity: We translate complex tax law (CT & VAT) into clear, actionable advice that empowers you to make informed decisions.
- Proactive & Protective: We help you stay ahead of deadlines and regulatory changes, protecting you from penalties and providing total peace of mind for all tax obligations.
Simplifying Compliance for Your Business
Connect with our seasoned Corporate Tax and VAT specialists in Dubai, who are dedicated to simplifying your tax compliance with tailored strategies.
Our experts provide end-to-end Corporate Tax and VAT services to ensure seamless business operations within Dubai’s evolving tax landscape. We deliver personalized solutions with real-time insights and proactive compliance management, helping your business navigate regulatory changes confidently and efficiently.
Testimonials
Love from Clients
IMC guided us during our first year with UAE tax filing. They knew every detail that mattered, and we didn’t get a single query from the FTA.
Transfer pricing documentation gave us real trouble before. Their team created clear reports and handled related-party disclosures, which helped us avoid unnecessary back-and-forth with authorities.
They spotted VAT classification errors in our old reports. We corrected everything and recovered input tax we had missed. I’m more confident in our compliance now.
IMC helped us get VAT registered right before the deadline. They handled past returns without complaints, and now we file ahead of time every quarter.
Their team broke down the Free Zone conditions in very simple terms. We fixed a few gaps and avoided a 9% tax rate. Honestly, we didn’t know we were so close to losing compliance.
We were unsure about UAE tax rules when we set up our company. IMC handled the registrations, filings, and kept everything on track. It felt good knowing someone reliable was managing it.
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