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The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) administers VAT at 5%, excise tax, and corporate tax at 9% across UAE. Register via EmaraTax if turnover exceeds AED 375,000.

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Who must register for UAE Corporate Tax?

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Quick answer: Nearly all UAE businesses must register for Corporate Tax, including mainland and free-zone companies. Rates: 0% on income up to AED 375,000, then 9%.

Almost every business with a UAE presence must register for Corporate Tax (CT). This includes mainland companies, free-zone entities, branches of foreign companies, and certain natural persons conducting business activities, regardless of whether they will owe any tax.

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