Corporate Tax Advisory
Navigate UAE Corporate Tax with Confidence.
Optimise, Comply, Defend.
Corporate Tax is a direct tax on business profits in the UAE. Introduced to align with global tax frameworks and OECD standards, the regime sets a 0% rate for taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% above this threshold. Large multinational groups face a 15% minimum tax under OECD Pillar Two.
At AKW Consultants, we help businesses cut through complexity and avoid costly mistakes. From tax registration and planning to transfer pricing, Free Zone structuring, and FTA audit defence, we ensure your tax strategy is both compliant and future-proof.
Five Common Corporate Tax Challenges
01
Tax Status Confusion
Businesses often struggle to determine whether they qualify as Resident, Non-Resident, or a Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP). Wrong classification risks penalties and loss of reliefs.
02
Regulatory Volatility
Frequent updates on OECD alignment, exemptions, and transfer pricing rules create uncertainty in long-term planning.
03
Weak Record-Keeping
Non-IFRS accounting, missing ledgers, and poor audit trails increase exposure and disqualify reliefs like Small Business Relief.
04
Transfer Pricing Risks
Many businesses fail to properly document or price transactions with related parties, breaching the arm’s length principle (fair market pricing).
05
Free Zone Misapplication
Companies often misinterpret QFZP eligibility or breach de minimis limits, losing their 0% Corporate Tax status.
HOW WE HELP
Our Corporate Tax Advisory Solutions
Corporate Tax Registration & Filing
- Correctly classify your entity (Resident / Non-Resident / QFZP)
- Register with the FTA and manage deregistration if needed
- Prepare and file IFRS-compliant Corporate Tax returns
Tax Planning & Risk Review
- Assess eligibility for Small Business Relief and QFZP status
- Conduct exposure reviews to avoid unintended tax triggers
- Recommend optimal structures to balance compliance and efficiency
Transfer Pricing Compliance
- Identify Related Parties and Connected Persons
- Prepare Master File & Local File using OECD-aligned methods
- Ensure transactions are at fair market value
- Align with Economic Substance Regulations
Free Zone Structuring & QFZP Maintenance
- Monitor qualifying vs. non-qualifying income
- Ensure de minimis thresholds are not breached
- Maintain audited financials and TP documentation for QFZPs
Group Structuring & Tax Reliefs
- Establish and manage Tax Groups for consolidated filing
- Support Small Business Relief and Group Relief applications
FTA Audit Support & Representation
- Respond to FTA queries, audits, and inspections
- Prepare voluntary disclosures and correct documentation gaps
- Represent you in disputes, appeals, and penalty mitigation
Why Businesses Choose AKW
Chartered Accountants & Registered Tax Agents with authority to represent clients before the FTA
Specialists in QFZP qualification, IFRS tax reporting, and Transfer Pricing compliance
Integrated legal + tax advisory for cross-border businesses
Extensive experience in FTA audit defence and penalty disputes
Practical strategies that balance compliance and tax optimisation
Ready to Comply, Optimise, and Defend?
We make sure your Corporate Tax position is compliant today and sustainable tomorrow
with the right planning, documentation, and representation.