Corporate Tax & VAT Services in the UAE
Our corporate tax & VAT services in UAE take both off your plate: we register you with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA)
Corporate Tax Services in the UAE
Corporate Tax Registration
Our Experience
Corporate Tax Return Filing
- Reviews your financial statements and adjusts accounting profit to taxable income
- Checks exempt income, non-deductible expenses and related party transactions
- Applies any reliefs you are entitled to
- Files the return and confirms the amount payable, if any
Small Business Relief
Understand your eligibility and make an informed decision about Small Business Relief.
Resident businesses with revenue of AED 3 million or less in a tax period may elect for Small Business Relief, which treats them as having no taxable income for that period.
Following a 2026 Ministry of Finance decision, it is available for tax periods ending on or before 31 December 2029, and it must be claimed in the return.
It is not automatic, and some entities, such as qualifying free zone persons and members of large multinational groups, cannot use it.
We check whether the election makes sense for you and record it correctly.
VAT Services in Dubai & the UAE
VAT has applied in the UAE since 2018 at a standard rate of 5%, with some supplies zero-rated or exempt. Getting the treatment right on each sale and purchase is where most mistakes start. Our VAT services in Dubai cover four core areas.
VAT Registration
We confirm whether you must register or may choose to, prepare the supporting documents and submit your application on EmaraTax so you receive a Tax Registration Number (TRN). We also handle amendments and deregistration when your business changes.
VAT registrationVAT Return Filing
Most businesses file quarterly, some monthly. Returns and payment are due within 28 days after each tax period ends. We reconcile your sales and purchase records, calculate output and input tax, and file on time every period.
VAT return filingBusiness VAT Refund
When the input tax you pay is higher than the output tax you charge, your business may claim the excess back. We prepare the refund claim and supporting schedules and respond to FTA queries. The FTA reviews and decides each claim. This service is for registered businesses, not the tourist refund scheme.
VAT refundVAT Compliance Audit & Health Check
A VAT health check reviews past returns, invoices and tax codes to find errors before the FTA does. If we find an issue, we explain the options, including a voluntary disclosure where needed, so you can correct it on your terms.
Compliance reviewVAT Registration Thresholds
Understand when your business must register for VAT and when voluntary registration may be an option.
| Registration Type | Threshold | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Mandatory |
AED 375,000
Taxable supplies and imports above this amount in the past 12 months, or expected in the next 30 days. |
You must apply for VAT registration when the mandatory threshold and applicable conditions are met. |
| Voluntary |
AED 187,500
Eligible taxable supplies, imports or expenses above this amount. |
You may choose to register and reclaim eligible input tax, subject to UAE VAT rules. |
A mandatory registration application is due within 30 days of crossing the threshold. Applying late can attract a penalty, so we track your turnover monthly and alert you early.
E-Invoicing Is Next
From 2027, the UAE is moving to mandatory e-invoicing in phases, starting with businesses with revenue of AED 50 million or more. Your VAT records and invoice formats will need to line up with the new system.
Read the UAE E-Invoicing GuideWhy Choose Exactitude Business Services
- One team for both taxes. Corporate tax and VAT draw on the same books, so we handle them together and keep your figures consistent across both returns.
- Clear deadlines. You get a simple calendar of every registration, return and payment date that applies to you.
- Practical advice. We explain what a rule means for your business in plain language, not just what the law says.
- Linked to your setup. As a business setup firm, we can plan tax registration from the day your licence is issued.
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How Our Corporate Tax & VAT Services Work
- Initial call. We learn about your activities, revenue and current tax status.
- Document review. We collect your licence, financial statements and invoices and check them for gaps.
- Plan and quote. You receive a clear scope covering which registrations and returns you need and when.
- Submission. We prepare and file applications and returns on EmaraTax and handle any FTA questions.
- Ongoing support. We monitor deadlines, review new transactions and update you when the rules change.
Frequently asked questions
Do free zone companies need to register for corporate tax?
Yes. Free zone companies must register and file a corporate tax return, even if they expect to qualify for the 0% rate on qualifying income.
What is the penalty for late corporate tax registration?
Missing the deadline can lead to an administrative penalty of AED 10,000. Speak to us quickly if you have missed your date.
When must my business register for VAT?
You must register if taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 in 12 months, or are expected to in the next 30 days. You may register voluntarily above AED 187,500.
How often are VAT returns filed in the UAE?
Most businesses file quarterly and some file monthly. Each return and payment is due within 28 days after the tax period ends.
Can my business get a VAT refund?
If your input tax is more than your output tax, you can apply for a refund of the excess. The FTA reviews each claim and decides the outcome.
What is Small Business Relief?
It is an election for resident businesses with revenue of AED 3 million or less, for tax periods ending on or before 31 December 2029, to be treated as having no taxable income. It must be claimed in the return.