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Corporate Tax Advisory Services in Dubai
We help your business understand and comply with UAE corporate tax rules, reduce risk, and plan your tax strategy with confidence.
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Who This Service Is For
What We Do
We provide full corporate tax support through experienced corporate tax consultants, so your business stays compliant and tax-efficient:
Tax Registration Support
Help you register for corporate tax with the Federal Tax Authority.
Tax Compliance
Keep your business aligned with reporting and filing requirements.
Guidance on structuring your business to work well under UAE tax laws.
Transfer Pricing Support
Help document and manage related-party pricing rules.
Tax Return Preparation
We prepare and review your corporate tax filings.
Impact Assessment
Show how corporate tax affects your business finances and planning.
Why Choose IMC
How You Benefit
Stay compliant
Avoid penalties by meeting all UAE corporate tax rules.
Better tax planning
Structure your business in a way that keeps tax costs efficient.
Reduced risk
Identify and manage tax risks before they become issues.
Ongoing support
We keep you updated on changes and help you adapt.
Why Choose IMC in Dubai
- We understand the UAE corporate tax system and what businesses need to do to comply.
- We offer practical, action-oriented guidance, not confusing jargon.
- We help simplify processes so your team can focus on business, not tax forms.
- We support you across Dubai, Singapore and India as your business grows.
Documents You May Need
Before starting corporate tax compliance, you will typically need:
- Trade licence (valid and active)
- Passport and Emirates ID of owners/shareholders
- Memorandum & Articles of Association (MOA/AOA)
- Contact details (email & mobile)
- Company business address and P.O. Box
- Details of your financial period and reporting cycle
Our Key Services
Full-service payroll management aligned with UAE labour law and tailored to your organizational needs.
Financial leadership and reporting guidance to help drive informed decisions and sustainable business growth.
Reliable payroll systems designed for precise salary disbursal, WPS adherence, and employee data handling.
Corporate Secretarial Services
Structured secretarial services to maintain statutory records, meet deadlines, and uphold corporate governance in Dubai.
Accurate bookkeeping and financial reporting support to meet local standards and enable better business control.
Expert-led VAT services covering registration, return filing, and advisory for FTA-compliant operations.
Get expert help with corporate tax in Dubai.
Talk to a tax specialist and get clear guidance on your next steps.
Corporate Tax Services in Dubai, UAE – Simplified for Your Business
Managing corporate tax in Dubai can be straightforward with the right support. Our services cover registration, assessments, return filing, and records, helping you meet UAE tax rules while keeping day-to-day business running smoothly and reducing exposure to compliance issues.
Our advisors work closely with your team and factor in your business setup before guiding each step of the process. Whether this is your first filing or part of ongoing reviews, we support you with clear direction so you can stay focused on running and growing your business.
FAQs
The corporate tax return and payment are both due within nine months of the end of your financial year. For a company with a 31 December year-end, the deadline is 30 September of the following year. Returns are filed electronically through the Federal Tax Authority’s EmaraTax portal. Your trade licence renewal date does not change the deadline. Closing your books early leaves time to fix errors before you file.
Small Business Relief lets an eligible UAE resident business treat its taxable income as zero if its revenue is AED 3 million or less in the current and all previous tax periods. You must elect the relief in your corporate tax return, as it is not applied automatically. It is currently available for tax periods ending on or before 31 December 2026. Qualifying businesses must still register with the FTA, file a simplified return and keep supporting records. A Qualifying Free Zone Person cannot claim it in the same tax period.
A free zone company must meet all the Qualifying Free Zone Person conditions to receive the 0% rate. These include maintaining adequate substance in the free zone, earning qualifying income and complying with transfer pricing rules. Qualifying income is taxed at 0%, while non-qualifying income is taxed at 9%. The company must still register and file an annual return. If it fails a condition, it can lose the 0% treatment, so we recommend reviewing your income streams and substance before each filing.
UAE Corporate Tax refers to a tax levied on the net income or profits of businesses and corporations.
The introduction of Corporate Tax in the UAE serves to reinforce the country’s position as a leading global hub for business and investment. Additionally, it supports the UAE’s progress towards achieving its strategic objectives. Implementing Corporate Tax is a step towards adhering to international tax compliance standards and combating harmful tax practices.
Yes, the UAE Corporate Tax applies uniformly across all Emirates, functioning as a Federal Tax.
The Corporate Tax rates in the UAE are as follows:
- 0% for taxable income up to AED 375,000
- 9% for taxable income exceeding AED 375,000
Taxable income is derived from the net profit or income generated through business activities. This is calculated based on financial statements prepared in accordance with approved accounting standards.
The FTA is responsible for administering, collecting, and enforcing federal taxes, including corporate tax, VAT, and excise tax. It also provides compliance support and regulatory guidance to businesses.
Yes, businesses must file corporate tax returns annually, depending on their tax obligations. Compliance with tax filing requirements is essential, and professional tax advisors can assist in meeting regulatory deadlines.
Businesses typically need audited or management financial statements, trial balance, related-party details, transfer pricing records (if applicable), and schedules for adjustments under UAE tax rules.
A corporate tax advisor in Dubai helps your business register with the Federal Tax Authority and meet its filing obligations. At IMC, this includes assessing how corporate tax affects your finances, preparing and reviewing annual returns, and supporting transfer pricing documentation. We also advise on structuring your operations and keep you updated on regulatory changes. The aim is to help you meet deadlines and reduce the risk of penalties.
Yes. Transactions with related parties and connected persons must be at arm’s length, meaning priced as if the parties were independent. Depending on your size and the value of the transactions, you may need to disclose them in your tax return and keep transfer pricing documentation. This applies to common arrangements such as intra-group services, loans and management fees. An advisor can assess which requirements apply to your business.
Determining taxable income in the UAE relies on a business’s net profit or loss per its financial statements under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Adjustments are made for specific items outlined in the Corporate Tax Law, including unrealized gains and losses, exempt income like qualifying dividends and capital gains, and deductions not allowed for Corporate Tax purposes.
Yes, all juridical entities incorporated in the UAE must register for corporate tax. For individuals and foreign juridical persons, registration is required if they conduct business in the UAE or maintain a permanent establishment.
The UAE corporate tax registration deadline varies based on the financial year of the business. Companies must register before their first tax filing deadline.
Non-Resident Individuals are those entities incorporated abroad with management and control outside the UAE, or individuals not engaged in taxable activities within the country.
Non-resident individuals may be taxed on income from their UAE Permanent Establishment or income linked to UAE nexus, as per Cabinet Decision No. 56 of 2023, with UAE-sourced income subject to a 0% Withholding Tax.
Free Zone entities in the UAE would indeed be subject to Corporate Tax. However, these entities’ specific corporate tax obligations would be contingent upon their maintenance of sufficient substance and compliance with relevant regulations.
Yes, registration and filing apply to all taxable persons, including startups and SMEs, even if taxable income falls under thresholds or qualifies for reliefs.
Penalties may apply for missing registrations, late filings, or inaccurate disclosures, which is why many firms seek advisory support to stay compliant and avoid notices from the authorities.
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