Tax & compliance
UAE corporate tax and VAT registration services
Every UAE company must register for corporate tax, and businesses over the AED 375,000 supply threshold must register for VAT. We handle registration, filing and the reliefs that legitimately reduce what you pay.
Corporate tax in plain terms
UAE corporate tax is 0% on the first AED 375,000 of taxable profit and 9% above it. Registration with the Federal Tax Authority is mandatory for every licensed entity, including free zone companies, even where the effective rate is zero.
Qualifying free zone persons can retain a 0% rate on qualifying income, but only with correct substance, transfer pricing documentation and audited accounts. We assess your eligibility before your first return is due.
What's included
Corporate tax registration
FTA registration, tax period selection, and reminders so you never miss a filing deadline or trigger penalties.
Corporate tax registration
FTA registration, tax period selection, and reminders so you never miss a filing deadline or trigger penalties.
Small business relief
Assessment and election for the relief available to businesses under AED 3 million in revenue.
Free zone qualifying income
Review of your activity, substance and de minimis position to protect the 0% free zone rate.
What we need from you
- Trade licence and MOA
- Emirates ID and passport of the authorised signatory
- Bank statements for the financial period
- Sales and purchase ledgers or accounting file
- Existing FTA credentials, if already registered
Frequently asked
Do free zone companies pay corporate tax?
They must register, and pay 9% on any non-qualifying income. Qualifying income of a qualifying free zone person remains at 0% where the conditions are met.
What are the penalties for late registration?
The FTA applies an administrative penalty of AED 10,000 for failure to register for corporate tax within the deadline, plus penalties for late filing.
Do I need audited accounts?
Most free zones require an annual audit, and audited statements are needed for the free zone 0% regime and for many bank renewals.
Get your tax registration handled
Book a free consultation with a Niaz Business Hub licensing specialist and receive a fixed, all-inclusive quote the same day.