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Tax & VAT
UAE VAT 5%, corporate tax 9%, FTA registration.
5%
Standard VAT rate on most goods and services
9%
Corporate tax rate on taxable income for most entities
30DAYS
Time to register for VAT after threshold breach
AED 375,000
VAT registration threshold for annual turnover
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I need to know if my business must register for VAT
Understand UAE VAT registration thresholds, requirements, and deadlines for businesses. Learn who must register, exemptions, and how to register with FTA.
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I'm setting up a company and need to handle Corporate Tax
Find out Corporate Tax registration requirements, eligibility criteria, and filing obligations for UAE businesses. Learn about TRC certificates and compliance steps.
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I need to contact FTA or access their online services
Learn how to use EmaraTax portal, locate FTA offices, get fiscal residence certificates, and access Federal Tax Authority support and resources.
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I need to know if my business must register for VAT
I'm setting up a company and need to handle Corporate Tax
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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?
Get a TRC from UAE's FTA via EmaraTax if you've spent 183 days in the UAE or meet residency ties. Fees total AED 500–1,750. Processing takes 5–15 business days.
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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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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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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.
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Does FTA Have a Walk-in Office in Dubai?
The FTA has no walk-in Dubai office; it operates from Abu Dhabi. Use EmaraTax portal, call 600 599 994, or hire a registered Tax Agent for support.