The UAE Corporate Tax regime is now established. Here is what it means for ordinary businesses.
Rates and scope
Taxable income up to AED 375,000 is taxed at 0%, and the excess at 9%. Most UAE companies and free zone entities must register, even if they pay no tax.
Taxable income
Start with accounting profit under IFRS and adjust for exempt income, non-deductible items and reliefs. Good bookkeeping makes this step quick.
Deadlines
Returns are due within nine months of the end of the tax period. Registration deadlines depend on your licence date, so check your status now.
Key takeaways
- Register even if you expect to pay nothing
- Keep IFRS-compliant accounts
- Diary the nine-month filing deadline
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