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Tax & VAT
UAE VAT 5%, corporate tax 9%, FTA registration.
5%
Standard VAT rate on most goods & services
9%
Corporate income tax on UAE-resident entities
AED 375,000
VAT registration threshold annual turnover
30DAYS
Deadline to register for VAT after threshold
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I need to know if my business must register for VAT
Find out VAT registration thresholds, eligibility criteria, and mandatory registration timelines for your UAE business based on turnover and business type.
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I'm determining my corporate tax obligations
Understand who must register for UAE Corporate Tax, exemptions, filing requirements, and how to comply with Federal Tax Authority regulations.
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I need to use the EmaraTax portal for filing
Learn how to navigate and use the EmaraTax Portal for tax declarations, VAT returns, and digital compliance with UAE tax authorities.
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I need to know if my business must register for VAT
I'm determining my corporate tax obligations
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Who Must Register for UAE Corporate Tax?
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%.
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How to Get a TRC Certificate in UAE?
TRC Certificate UAE: How to Apply, Fees & Timeline If you're a UAE resident or company trying to claim tax treaty benefits abroad, you need a TRC certificate — the Tax Residency Certificate issued by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). It proves you're tax-resident in the UAE so a
I need to use the EmaraTax portal for filing
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UAE Certificate of Fiscal Residence: How to Get One
If you're earning income across borders and don't want to pay tax twice, you need a certificate of fiscal residence from the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA). It's the document that unlocks Double Tax Agreement (DTA) benefits —
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Federal Tax Authority UAE: What It Does & Registration
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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How Does EmaraTax Portal Work in UAE?
EmaraTax is the FTA's online tax portal for VAT, Excise Tax, and Corporate Tax registration, filing returns, and payments via UAE Pass or FTA credentials.