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Corporate Tax Consultant in Dubai: Register, File & Stay Compliant
UAE corporate tax is a federal tax on business profits: 0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% above that (15% for certain large multinational groups). Almost every UAE business must register with the FTA and file an annual return. IRHA Accounting & Auditing handles it all for you.
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UAE Corporate Tax Explained
What Is Corporate Tax in the UAE?
UAE Corporate Tax was introduced under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 and applies to financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. It is administered and collected by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) through the EmaraTax portal.
Who must register? Mainland companies, free zone companies (even those paying 0%), foreign companies with a permanent establishment in the UAE, and individuals whose business turnover exceeds AED 1 million a year.
Who is exempt? Government entities, qualifying public benefit organisations, qualifying investment funds and businesses engaged in extracting natural resources, subject to conditions.
Check If You Must Register| Key Fact | 2026 |
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| Taxable income up to AED 375,000 | 0% |
| Taxable income above AED 375,000 | 9% |
| Large multinationals (Pillar Two DMTT) | 15% |
| Qualifying free zone income | 0% |
| Small Business Relief threshold | AED 3M revenue |
| Registration for new companies | Within 3 months |
| Return & payment deadline | 9 months after year end |
| Record keeping | 7 years |
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What We Do
Our UAE Corporate Tax Services
End-to-end corporate tax support for Dubai businesses, from first registration to every annual return.
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Corporate Tax Registration
We register your business on EmaraTax and get your Corporate Tax TRN before your FTA deadline.
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Corporate Tax Return Filing
Accurate taxable income calculation, adjustments and on-time return filing with the FTA.
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Corporate Tax Advisory
Advice on exemptions, reliefs and structuring so your business pays only what it legally must.
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Free Zone Tax Advisory
We confirm whether you qualify as a Qualifying Free Zone Person and help protect your 0% rate.
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Accounting & Bookkeeping
Audit-ready books and financial statements, the foundation of every correct tax return.
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Penalty Waiver & FTA Support
Help with FTA queries, penalty reconsideration requests and corporate tax health checks.
Avoid FTA Fines
UAE Corporate Tax Penalties
The FTA applies administrative penalties for missed registrations, late returns and late payments. Most penalties are avoidable with a simple compliance calendar, which IRHA manages for every client.
Get a Free Compliance Check| Violation | Penalty |
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| Late corporate tax registration | AED 10,000 |
| Late return filing (first 12 months) | AED 500 / month |
| Late return filing (after 12 months) | AED 1,000 / month |
| Failure to keep records | AED 10,000 |
How It Works
Get Compliant in 4 Simple Steps
Share your basic documents. We handle everything else and keep you updated on every change in UAE tax law.
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Free Consultation
We review your licence, activity and turnover.
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Document Collection
Trade licence, MOA, Emirates ID and financials.
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FTA Registration / Filing
We submit on EmaraTax on your behalf.
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Year-Round Compliance
Deadline reminders and ongoing support.
Why IRHA
Why Dubai Businesses Choose IRHA Accounting & Auditing
We handle the numbers, so you can handle the business.
🏢 Local Dubai Team
Office in City Bay Business Centre, Hor Al Anz East, with experts who know the FTA inside out.
🧩 Everything Under One Roof
Corporate tax, VAT, accounting, audit support, payroll, WPS, ESR and MIS from one team.
💬 Clear & Transparent
Simple process, fixed quotes, and a first consultation that's always free.
FAQs
UAE Corporate Tax: Frequently Asked Questions
When was corporate tax introduced in the UAE?
UAE corporate tax applies to financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023, under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022.
What is the corporate tax rate in the UAE?
0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% on taxable income above AED 375,000. Large multinational groups with global revenue of EUR 750 million or more pay a 15% minimum rate under the Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax.
Who needs to register for corporate tax in the UAE?
Almost all UAE businesses must register with the FTA, including mainland companies, free zone companies and individuals with business turnover above AED 1 million a year. Registration is required even if your tax payable is zero.
What is the corporate tax registration deadline for new companies?
Companies incorporated from 1 March 2024 must register within 3 months of their incorporation date. Late registration attracts an AED 10,000 penalty.
Do free zone companies pay corporate tax?
A Qualifying Free Zone Person pays 0% on qualifying income but must still register, keep audited financial statements and file a return. Non-qualifying income is taxed at 9%.
When is the UAE corporate tax return due?
The return and any tax payable are due within 9 months after the end of the financial year. For a year ending 31 December 2025, the deadline is 30 September 2026.
What is Small Business Relief?
Resident businesses with revenue of AED 3 million or less in a tax period can elect Small Business Relief and be treated as having no taxable income, for tax periods ending on or before 31 December 2026. Conditions apply.
Are there any exemptions from corporate tax?
Yes. Government entities, qualifying public benefit entities, qualifying investment funds, pension funds and some extractive businesses can be exempt, subject to FTA conditions.
How long must I keep accounting records?
UAE businesses must keep accounting records and supporting documents for at least 7 years after the end of the tax period.
How much does IRHA charge for corporate tax services?
IRHA offers fixed-price packages based on your business size and needs. The first consultation is free. Call +971 545122325 or WhatsApp us for a quote.
Don't Risk an AED 10,000 FTA Penalty
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📞 +971 545122325 | ☎ 04 285 9003 | ✉ info@irhatax.com
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