Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on the Taxation of Corporations and Businesses has significantly reshaped the regulatory landscape for businesses operating in Dubai and across the Emirates.
At German Fintax Consultancy, we provide comprehensive Corporate Tax advisory, compliance, and representation services designed to help UAE businesses meet regulatory requirements while maintaining operational efficiency and tax optimisation within the legal framework aligned with the latest Federal Tax Authority (FTA) guidance and regulatory updates.
The UAE Corporate Tax regime applies at:
While the UAE continues to maintain a globally competitive tax structure, compliance is mandatory for most businesses, including mainland and certain free zone entities.
Small Business Relief may be available subject to revenue thresholds and conditions prescribed under the Corporate Tax Law and relevant Ministerial Decisions.
Proper Corporate Tax planning is essential to:
German Fintax Consultancy ensures that your tax obligations are handled with precision, clarity, and strategic insight.
We assist businesses with:
Strategic tax planning reduces exposure and strengthens compliance. Our advisory services include:
Timely and accurate filing is critical. We manage:
In line with OECD standards and UAE regulations, we provide:
We provide full support in the event of FTA reviews or audits:
German Fintax Consultancy supports:
Whether newly established or long-standing, we tailor solutions to your industry and business model with structured compliance frameworks suited to mainland and free zone regulatory environments.
Businesses must file their Corporate Tax Return within 9 months from the end of their financial year.
Example:
If your financial year ends on 31 December 2025, your Corporate Tax Return must be filed by 30 September 2026.
Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation is mandatory for compliance and must be retained for the statutory period as prescribed under the UAE Corporate Tax Law to ensure audit readiness.
Corporate Tax compliance is no longer optional – it is a critical aspect of corporate governance and financial management in the UAE.
At German Fintax Consultancy, we help businesses navigate Corporate Tax with clarity, compliance, and confidence while integrating Corporate Tax strategy with VAT, accounting, and Transfer Pricing considerations.
Book a Corporate Tax consultation today to assess your compliance position and identify potential risk exposures before filing deadlines approach.
We combine technical excellence with strategic foresight to ensure your business remains compliant and future-ready.
All UAE juridical persons (mainland and certain free zone entities), as well as natural persons conducting business activities exceeding the prescribed threshold (currently AED 1 million in revenue), must register for Corporate Tax.
Qualifying Free Zone Persons may benefit from a 0% Corporate Tax rate on qualifying income, provided they meet specific regulatory conditions and compliance requirements. Non-qualifying income may still be subject to 9%. Failure to meet qualifying conditions may result in loss of preferential tax treatment.
Corporate Tax Returns must be filed within 9 months from the end of the relevant financial year.
Yes, if a natural person conducts a business or commercial activity in the UAE and exceeds the prescribed revenue threshold of AED 1 million, Corporate Tax may apply.
Yes, businesses engaged in related-party transactions must comply with the UAE Transfer Pricing regulations and maintain the required documentation.
Documentation requirements depend on threshold criteria and may include Master File, Local File, and disclosure forms.
Businesses must maintain financial records, supporting documents, invoices, and tax computation details for the required statutory period (generally 7 years unless otherwise specified) to ensure audit readiness.
Failure to register, file returns, or maintain records may result in administrative penalties imposed by the Federal Tax Authority in accordance with applicable Cabinet Decisions on Violations and Administrative Penalties.
German FinTax Consultancy offers expert solutions in taxation, accounting, and compliance to individuals and businesses across the UAE.
Copyright © 2026 German FinTax Consultancy. All rights reserved