Corporate Tax
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Corporate Tax Advisory Services in Dubai
As corporate tax advisors with a deep understanding of Dubai’s tax laws and regulations, we assist businesses in optimising their tax strategies, minimising tax liabilities, and ensuring compliance. By partnering with our corporate tax experts in Dubai, you ensure a streamlined tax process with maximised incentives. We offer valuable support and advice to help you make informed decisions and achieve your financial objectives while adhering to the complexities of corporate taxation in the UAE.
AKW Consultants has acted as a liaison between the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and businesses on numerous cases.
Impact Assessment & Advisory
We conduct a thorough assessment of your current business model, accounting practices, reporting procedures, and documentation processes.
Key Services:
• Assess existing business processes and suggest modifications.
• Evaluate corporate tax implications for mainland and free zone entities.
• Identify compliance requirements and beneficial provisions.
• Provide guidance on organisational structure changes.
Implementation & Compliance
We support you in implementing effective tax policies, procedures, and documentation.
Key Services:
• Develop and implement tax policies and procedures.
• Assist in restructuring group entities for tax efficiency.
• Enhance operational efficiency and compliance.
• Prepare tax computations, registrations, and filings.
Trainings
Empower your management and staff with our tailored corporate tax training programs.
Key Features:
• Customised training for management and staff.
• In-depth understanding of corporate tax regulations and compliance.
• Practical insights for effective tax management.
FAQs
What is the corporate tax rate in Dubai?
The corporate tax rate in Dubai is 9%.
How to calculate corporate tax in UAE?
Determining taxable income is the first step to calculate corporate tax. Certain adjustments such as non-deductible expenses, realised/unrealised gains or losses, exempt income, and related expenses, are made to the accounting income, to arrive at the taxable income. Benefits of certain reliefs are also provided for to arrive at the taxable income. Taxable income above Dh375,000 is then charged at 9% and paid as corporate tax.
Is it mandatory to register for corporate tax in the UAE?
Yes. It is mandatory for every juridical person incorporated in the UAE. For individuals and juridical persons not registered/incorporated in the UAE, the registration for corporate tax is mandatory only if they conduct business activities in the UAE or have a permanent establishment/nexus in the UAE respectively.
Will it be possible for many corporations to file as a single tax entity under certain circumstances?
Yes, it is possible for corporations who are resident juridical persons to file as a single tax entity, provided they own a minimum of 95% of the share capital, directly or indirectly, by making an application to the FTA to this effect.
Are there any exceptions to corporate tax in Dubai, UAE?
There are a few businesses which enjoy exemptions and exceptions from corporate tax, some of which depend on the activity conducted. Examples of these are:
Free zone persons
Persons engaged in an extractive business
Persons engaged in a non-extractive natural resource business
Qualifying public benefit entity
Qualifying investment fund
Persons enjoying small business relief