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Dealing with corporate tax and VAT laws in the UAE is often a complicated task for entrepreneurs and businesses—made all the more difficult with the changes in regulations and compliance mandated by UAE Corporate Tax Law. Regardless of whether you run a start-up, a small or medium-size enterprise (SME), or a large enterprise, staying on top of tax registration, deadlines for submissions, and audits are important aspects of business management, and failure to comply can result in unnecessary penalties and legal ramifications.
At dubaisetupnow, we provide best-in-class Corporate Tax and VAT services in Dubai, enabling you to stay in compliance with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), minimise your tax liability and ensure your company can continue business operations without interruption. Our range of services includes registration, tax group formations, submission filing and references to which you can maintain legal tax compliance. Our experts take care of everything, so you can enjoy the peace of mind to grow your business with financial compliance sorted

What Are Corporate Tax and VAT in the UAE?

In the UAE, two tax provisions apply to businesses - Corporate Tax and Value Added Tax (VAT). There is one standard Corporate Tax rate of 9% for companies generating net profits of more than AED 375,000 annually - which necessitates that businesses assess their position financially and appropriately plan. Value Added Tax is charged at 5% on most goods and services, regardless of whether the business is B2B or B2C: this will have pertinence to businesses across many industries. Both taxes are administered by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). Although the FTA administers both taxes one would assume they would provide cohesive what constitutes tax compliance. However, both taxes require businesses to register in a timely manner, file accurate returns, and keep accurate records. If either of these taxes are not addressed timely and appropriately penalties can be applied. Consequently, it is within an organization interests to manage their documentation and deadlines responsibly to ensure compliance is maintained.

Essential for UAE Businesses

Who Needs Corporate Tax and VAT Services in Dubai?

Taxable UAE Businesses

All businesses that are registered in the UAE Mainland or operating in a Free Zone consider taxable business, must register, file tax returns and comply with UAE Corporate Tax law and VAT law. x

Businesses Over AED 375K

If your business earns more than AED 375,000 of net profit per year you are now in the UAE Corporate Tax regime and you are controlled to register, file tax returns and pay 9% of applicable profits, (ie. over AED 375,000). This applies to all industries and all business types.

VAT Over AED 375K

If your business incurs (collects) taxable supplies (sales, services, or imports) of more than AED 375,000 over a 12 month rolling period you are required to register for VAT and file tax returns quarterly or monthly as determined on your assignment from the FTA. Failure to submit tax returns or register may result in fines and/or legal action.

Global Expansion Firms

Businesses that want to scale, diversify, or restructure by changing their legal jurisdiction, entering new markets or forming tax groups will also need to be seek professional help for more detailed guidance on tax compliance, best practices for financial reporting and potentially to avoid penalties or misclassifications under UAE law

Comprehensive UAE Tax Support

What Do Our Corporate Tax and VAT Services Include?

Tax Registration & Filing

Our team works with businesses to register for UAE Corporate Tax with the Federal Tax Authority, determine taxable profits and allowable deductions, and submit their returns accurately and on time to minimize penalties and audit risk.

VAT Setup & Updates

Our team will manage the entire VAT registration process including all amendments to your tax profile, and will manage the cancellation process should your business end or no longer exceed the VAT registration threshold.

VAT Return Filing

We will prepare and submit your VAT returns to the FTA quarterly or monthly depending on what is mandated by the FTA, ensuring all calculations are accurate and reporting performed in accordance with FTA deadlines, to minimize your liability exposure for late payment fees.

VAT Tracking & Reconciliation

We will help your business track both input or purchasing VAT and output or sales VAT, reconcile these, document them appropriately so as to claim the proper credits and are not liable for the wrong amount of tax.

Tax Refunds & Compliance

If your input VAT is greater than your output VAT, or you qualify for special refunds (e.g., newly registered businesses), we will manage all aspects of the claim process for the refund, ensuring that you have complied with all FTA refund terms.

Bookkeeping & Tax Advisory

We have processes that will provide you with structured bookkeeping and record keeping, to evidence you have met the requirements under the FTA documentation requirements, and the benefit of having clean records that can be audited any day of the year.

FTA Audit Support

For an FTA audit of your business, we will prepare all documentation needed for submission to them, financial statements, and evidence of compliance—also, we will be the ones communicating with FTA officials for you to have no stress and a smooth audit process.

Tax Advice & Structuring

We will carry on giving advice such as tax planning, group structures for multi-entity operations of businesses, and produce quarterly or annual reports on Corporate Tax and VAT legislation changes so you can make decisions with a clear legal passing point.

Trusted UAE Tax Experts

Why Choose dubaisetupnow for Tax & VAT Compliance?

At dubaisetupnow, we have extensive knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax Law and VAT laws to help ensure your business is compliant and ready for audit at all times. Within our team, we manage every detail of your FTA registration and tax return filing, allowing us to submit with speed and no errors and ensure you won't incur a penalty. We operate under a fully transparent pricing structure, so you will always know what you are being charged for, with no hidden fees. We have business tax and VAT service bundles available to suit your business structure, whether it's a Free Zone, Mainland, or Offshore company; we also have service bundles based on business size. Our system provides real time tracking, notifications before deadlines, and properly kept tax records to ensure tax obligations are fulfilled efficiently. With certified accountants, legal advisors and compliance specialists, our service offers you a regulatory risk-nut while helping you uphold your financial wellbeing and capacity for future growth.

What Are the Penalties for Non-Compliance?

Fines for late tax or VAT registration

The penalties imposed by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) for not registering your business for Corporate Tax, or VAT, in the requisite time frame, can be considerable. The fines include penalties for not registering your business ontime, as well as failing to register when your tax obligations change.

Fines for inaccurate or late return submissions

You also need to be vigilant when it comes to filing tax returns. Filing returns that have errors in the reporting, including errors in the financial information, or submitting returns late are also grounds for heavy fines and penalties. The FTA has fixed and percentage fines depending on the number and type of violation.

Fines for failure to keep appropriate records, or declare income

You are required by law to maintain accurate financial records and declare all income that is taxable. Failure to do so may lead to onerous fines, and even forfeiture of refunds and exemption rights. The FTA can impose fines and arbitrary taxes where appropriate. The FTA is likely to be even more aggressive when it has suspicions that income has been undeclared. In such instances, the FTA may carry criminal indictments and breach of the law - Financial Statements as well as expenses. In that situation, the FTA may extend investigations or audits.

Audit risks as well as a possible suspension of business license

Failure to comply or repeated tax violations could trigger FTA full audits, which could lead to suspension or revocation of your business license. You have no business without the business license being in good standing in the UAE.

dubaisetupnow will prevent these by doing high quality filings at all time

We ensure that all registrations, filings and records maintain and are submitted in compliance with UAE tax (or demand) laws, and we track in real-time, under the direction of a CPA and with full transparency. dubaisetupnow will avoid business consequences from penalties and non-compliance and fully assure all users peace of mind.

Corporate Tax Rules for Free Zones

Do Free Zone Companies Need to Pay Corporate Tax?

Free Zone Tax Exemption

Certain Free Zone entities can potentially take 0% Corporate Tax rate, subject to conditions set out by the UAE Ministry of Finance. Conditions include having sufficient economic substance and generating only "qualifying income" in the Free Zone.

External Income Taxable

If a Free Zone company is transacting with a Mainland entity or earning income from non-qualifying sources (for example, passive income on properties or interest), that income may be taxed at the usual standard 9% Corporate Tax rate created under UAE law.

Exemption Check & Advice

In dubaisetupnow, our tax specialists look into your business model, the sources of income and structure of your operation to assess whether your Free Zone entity qualifies for tax exemptions and where it does not, we advise you on restructuring options which mitigate tax exposures lawfully.

Free Zone Tax Experts

Every Free Zone comes with different rules applying to taxation, licensing and restrictions to activities you can undertake. Our specialists focus on offering Corporate Tax and VAT advice specific to your zone, while ensure compliance with your Free Zone authority and the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).

How Does Corporate Tax Affect Small Businesses?

Is VAT Filing Monthly or Quarterly?

In the UAE, most businesses are required to submit their VAT returns quarterly. Larger businesses in terms of transaction volumes may have monthly periods assigned to them from the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). The FTA will assess which tax period is appropriate for you based on your type of business, turnover, and activity. Missing these deadlines could result in penalties, therefore at dubaisetupnow, we ensure that we track your assigned tax periods, prepare reports accurately and timely, and lodge your VAT returns on time - ensuring full compliance with complete peace of mind.

How Can We Help You?

Discover Frequently Asked Questions from Our Support

Is Corporate Tax compulsory for businesses operating in Dubai?

Yes, Corporate Tax is compulsory for UAE businesses making annual net profits greater than AED 375,000. All qualifying businesses are required to register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and submit returns whether their profits are below the threshold (in some instances). Failure to comply will result in heavy penalties.

When does a business need to register for VAT in the UAE?

A business will need to register for VAT where it's Taxable Turnover exceeds AED 375,000 over a 12 month period. Voluntary registration can be done for those in excess of AED 187,500. VAT registration is compulsory and must be completed in time to avoid fines and disruption to business activity.

What documents do I need for Corporate Tax filing registration/VAT registration?

When preparing for Corporate Tax filing or VAT registration, you will generally need:

a Trade license
copies of Emirates ID and Passport of shareholders
Financial Statements
Proof of taxable income

dubaisetupnow will handle all documentation and submission to the FTA on your behalf.

Are Corporate Tax applicable to Free Zone companies?

Yes, but only based on the conditions applied to the businesses. Free Zone companies may benefit from a 0% Corporate Tax on their profits if they earn only "qualifying income" and pass the economic substance test. However, any income earned from the Mainland or from does not meet the qualifying income test will be subject to a 9% Corporate Tax.

What will the penalty be if I miss the deadline to submit a VAT return?

The penalty for submitting a VAT return after the deadline is a fine issued by the FTA starting at AED 1,000 and increasing for each violation thereafter. Also, a late VAT return comes with late submission penalties as well if you did not file it or it is also subject to penalties for omission or filing incorrectly will attract penalties that are applied as a percentage of your tax amount. dubaisetupnow will take care of all your VAT returns accurately and on time to avoid any of these issues.

Do small businesses owe Corporate Tax if they are exempt?

Yes. Even if your net profit was below the AED 375,000, you still need to register for Corporate Tax and submit a Corporate Tax return as not to violate the FTA to submit for Corporate Tax and file returns, even if exempt, is still considered a violation, which may result in warning letters and fines from the FTA. The FTA may also conduct audits or reviews of your records.

Can I claim VAT refunds in the UAE?

Certainly. If your input VAT is greater than your output VAT, you might have the possibility of a refund from the FTA. dubaisetupnow handles the entire refund application process and ensures that we satisfy all conditions required, for speedy approval.

How does dubaisetupnow help me during an FTA audit?

We prepare your business for incoming FTA audits by collecting all records of financials, tax returns, and documents to support your compliance for audit. We are prepared to read your submissions directly to the FTA, which helps alleviate additional strain on business and makes the audit process a smooth, and stress-free experience.

What accounting assistance does he dubaisetupnow have to offer?

We offer full bookkeeping, on-going financial records assistance, and accounting advisory to help ensure your business is compliant with all FTA requirements documentation. Our assistance will reduce your own FTA filings, while at the same time, you'll become comfortable while being audited.

What are the costs associated with Corporate Tax and VAT services in Dubai?

Costs vary depending on your size and structure of business and the level of services you require. We believe in custom pricing for our clients, and we emphasize transparent pricing with no hidden costs at dubaisetupnow. We strive to ensure our services are affordable to businesses across all sectors, whether you are a start-up, SME, or large enterprise.

Stay Compliant with Confidence

Keep Tax Compliant and Audit-Ready with dubaisetupnow

Dealing with Corporate Tax and VAT compliance in the UAE doesn’t need to be so complicated. With dubaisetupnow you have a complete end-to-end service, including FTA registration, return filing, refund claims, record keeping, and audit readiness in compliance with business and tax laws. Our qualified consultants will keep your business compliant and penalty free, while allowing you to operate your business with full legal reassurance, while the tax landscape evolves in the UAE. Contentment is assured whether you do business as a Free Zone entity, an SME growing on the economic landscape, or as a Mainland company. We help you keep it simple, efficient, economical, and surprise free.

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