{"id":313,"date":"2026-02-02T00:00:58","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T00:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/?p=313"},"modified":"2026-02-14T12:46:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T12:46:37","slug":"how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1e73be;color:#1e73be\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1e73be;color:#1e73be\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#How_to_Register_for_Corporate_Tax_in_the_UAE_2026\" >How to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE (2026)\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#What_is_Corporate_Tax\" >What is Corporate Tax?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Basics_of_Corporate_Tax_in_the_UAE\" >Basics of Corporate Tax in the UAE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Corporate_Tax_Rates_in_the_UAE\" >Corporate Tax Rates in the UAE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Corporate_Tax_registration_fees_in_the_UAE\" >Corporate Tax registration fees in the UAE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Who_Should_Register_for_Corporate_Tax_in_UAE_Who_is_Exempt\" >Who Should Register for Corporate Tax in UAE &amp; Who is Exempt?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#What_Should_Register\" >What Should Register?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#What_Is_Exempt\" >What Is Exempt?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Special_Corporate_Tax_Rules_for_Different_Businesses\" >Special Corporate Tax Rules for Different Businesses<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Free_Zone_Businesses_and_Corporate_Tax\" >Free Zone Businesses and Corporate Tax<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Requirements_for_Foreign-Owned_Businesses\" >Requirements for Foreign-Owned Businesses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#OECD_BEPS_Base_Erosion_and_Profit_Shifting_Impact\" >OECD BEPS (Base Erosion and Profit Shifting) Impact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Corporate_Tax_Registration_Guide_Using_Emara_Tax\" >Corporate Tax Registration Guide (Using Emara Tax)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Prerequisites_Before_Registration\" >Prerequisites Before Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Documents_Needed_for_Registration\" >Documents Needed for Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#How_to_Register_Corporate_Tax_in_UAE_Online_Step-by-Step_Process\" >How to Register Corporate Tax in UAE Online? Step-by-Step Process<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Step_1_Create_an_EmaraTax_Account\" >Step 1: Create an EmaraTax Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Step_2_Create_or_Select_Your_Taxable_Person_Profile\" >Step 2: Create or Select Your Taxable Person Profile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Step_3_Fill_Out_the_Registration_Form\" >Step 3: Fill Out the Registration Form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Step_4_Upload_Required_Documents\" >Step 4: Upload Required Documents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Step_5_Review_and_Submit\" >Step 5: Review and Submit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Step_6_Wait_for_FTA_Approval\" >Step 6: Wait for FTA Approval<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Compliance_After_Corporate_Tax_Registration_in_the_UAE\" >Compliance After Corporate Tax Registration in the UAE<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Filing_Corporate_Tax_Returns\" >Filing Corporate Tax Returns<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#How_to_File_Corporate_Tax_Returns\" >How to File Corporate Tax Returns<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Maintaining_Free_Zone_Incentives\" >Maintaining Free Zone Incentives<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Small_Business_Relief_and_Voluntary_Registration_in_Corporate_Tax\" >Small Business Relief and Voluntary Registration in Corporate Tax<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Small_Business_Relief\" >Small Business Relief<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Voluntary_Registration\" >Voluntary Registration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Deregistering_from_Corporate_Tax\" >Deregistering from Corporate Tax<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Who_Can_Deregister\" >Who Can Deregister?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#How_to_Deregister\" >How to Deregister?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#FAQs_How_to_Register_Corporate_Tax_in_UAE\" >FAQs: How to Register Corporate Tax in UAE<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Do_all_businesses_need_to_register\" >Do all businesses need to register?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#How_long_does_approval_take\" >How long does approval take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Can_you_register_for_multiple_corporate_taxes_with_one_account\" >Can you register for multiple corporate taxes with one account?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#What_if_I_miss_the_Corporate_Tax_registration_deadline_UAE\" >What if I miss the Corporate Tax registration deadline UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Do_Sole_Proprietorships_Have_to_Register_for_Corporate_Tax_in_the_UAE\" >Do Sole Proprietorships Have to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Do_Non-Resident_Individuals_Have_to_Register_for_Corporate_Tax\" >Do Non-Resident Individuals Have to Register for Corporate Tax?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Do_UAE_and_Foreign_Branches_Need_Separate_Corporate_Tax_Registrations\" >Do UAE and Foreign Branches Need Separate Corporate Tax Registrations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#How_Does_Small_Business_Relief_Work_for_Profits_Up_to_AED_3_Million\" >How Does Small Business Relief Work for Profits Up to AED 3 Million?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Can_Individuals_Voluntarily_Register_for_Corporate_Tax_Below_the_Income_Threshold\" >Can Individuals Voluntarily Register for Corporate Tax Below the Income Threshold?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/findanyagent.ae\/blogs\/how-to-register-corporate-tax-in-uae\/#Wrapping_Up\" >Wrapping Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Register_for_Corporate_Tax_in_the_UAE_2026\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">How to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE (2026)\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting from June 1, 2023, the United Arab Emirates began applying a Corporate Tax on businesses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This tax is a way for companies to pay a part of their profits to the government. The goal is to help the country grow its economy and follow global financial rules.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The corporate tax rate in the United Arab Emirates is 9%.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This means<\/span><b> businesses pay this tax on their profits. From 2003 to 2026, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the <\/span><b>average corporate tax rate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was about <\/span><b>1.17%. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>highest rate <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">was <\/span><b>9% in 2023,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the<\/span><b> lowest <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">was <\/span><b>0% <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in <\/span><b>2004. (source: Ministry of Finance, UAE)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have written this blog to tell you about what corporate tax means, who must register for it, <\/span><b>how to register for corporate tax in UAE<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and what to do after registration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Need help with UAE Corporate Tax?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find a reliable tax agent quickly at FindAnyAgent.ae. Get expert support for your tax registration, filing, and compliance so you don\u2019t have to worry. Visit FindAnyAgent.ae today and make taxes easy for your business!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.FindAnyAgent.ae\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact Now!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Corporate_Tax\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">What is Corporate Tax?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Corporate Tax is a type of tax that businesses pay to the government on the profits they make.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. When your business sells products, provides services, or trades in the UAE and makes money, you may need to pay Corporate Tax on those earnings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of Corporate Tax as a small portion of your business\u2019s earnings that you give to the government. This money helps the country grow and provides better services for everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basics_of_Corporate_Tax_in_the_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">Basics of Corporate Tax in the UAE<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UAE has made the Corporate Tax easy and clear.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0If your business earns up to <\/span><b>AED 375,000 in one year, you pay no tax at all.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your profit is <\/span><b>more than AED 375,000<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>you pay 9% tax <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">only on the amount above AED 375,000.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some businesses follow special rules or might not pay tax at all because they are exempt. This system helps small businesses by not taxing them while making sure bigger businesses pay their fair share.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Corporate_Tax_Rates_in_the_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">Corporate Tax Rates in the UAE<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a table to explain the tax rates:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Profit Range<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Tax Rate<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Up to AED 375,000<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Above AED 375,000<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9%<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Large Multinational Companies (with global revenue \u2265 \u20ac750 million)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15% (Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Source : <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/u.ae\/en\/information-and-services\/finance-and-investment\/taxation\/corporate-tax\"><b>Ministry of Finance<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>The last rate applies only to very large multinational companies and is part of international rules called OECD Pillar Two.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Corporate_Tax_registration_fees_in_the_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">Corporate Tax registration fees in the UAE<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Company Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Registration Fees (AED)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Mainland Companies<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>1,000 \u2013 5,000<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Free Zone Companies<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>1,000 \u2013 2,500<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Large Corporations<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>5,000+<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><b>Notes:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mainland companies generally pay higher fees based on size and business type.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free zone companies enjoy lower rates, and some may have special packages including registration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional fees may apply for legal consulting or documentation processing, depending on the service providers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Register_for_Corporate_Tax_in_UAE_Who_is_Exempt\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">Who Should Register for Corporate Tax in UAE &amp; Who is Exempt?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_Register\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Should Register?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your business<\/span><b> must pay tax on the money it earns <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">from selling goods or services inside the UAE.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If your business is a branch or permanent setup of a foreign company in the UAE, the income you earn inside the UAE will also be taxed.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Taxable income refers to your business\u2019s net profit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after allowed adjustments based on accounting standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Exempt\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is Exempt?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Businesses fully owned by the government<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> do not pay corporate tax.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Certain activities like oil and gas extraction <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are taxed differently at the emirate level and are exempt from federal Corporate Tax.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Some free zone businesses<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that follow special conditions can be exempt.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Charities and approved non-profi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t organizations do not pay tax.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Small businesses with very low income <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">may be exempt from tax but might still need to register.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Special_Corporate_Tax_Rules_for_Different_Businesses\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">Special Corporate Tax Rules for Different Businesses<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the special tax rules applied on different businesses<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Zone_Businesses_and_Corporate_Tax\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">Free Zone Businesses and Corporate Tax<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free zones in the UAE offer big advantages for businesses, including a 0% corporate tax rate to attract investors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are important conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>\u00a0All free zone companies must register for Corporate Ta<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">x with the <\/span><b>Federal Tax Authority (FTA)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To continue enjoying the tax benefits, t<\/span><b>hey must fully comply with free zone laws and regulations.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If<\/span><b> a free zone business does business with companies in the UAE<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> mainland, the income from that business is taxed at the <\/span><b>normal 9% rate.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Businesses must keep detailed and accurate records<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to prove what type of business they are and their tax situation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Requirements_for_Foreign-Owned_Businesses\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">Requirements for Foreign-Owned Businesses<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foreign businesses having offices or branches in the UAE need to register for Corporate Tax if:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>They have a fixed business setup or do regular business in the UAE.<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>They earn income in the UAE that is taxable.<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>They must follow the same tax rules as UAE-based companies.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This way, every business in the UAE pays its fair share of tax.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OECD_BEPS_Base_Erosion_and_Profit_Shifting_Impact\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">OECD BEPS (Base Erosion and Profit Shifting) Impact<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UAE<\/span><b> follows global tax rules set by the OECD (called BEPS)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These rules make sure companies <\/span><b>can not avoid paying taxes by sending their profits to countries<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where taxes are very low or don\u2019t exist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These rules make sure companies pay tax where they actually do business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From 2026, the UAE has introduced a new tax rule called the <\/span><b>Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under this rule, large multinational companies must pay a <\/span><b>minimum of 15% tax<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the profits they earn worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the <\/span><b>companies pay less than 15% elsewhere<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, they <\/span><b>must pay the difference<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the UAE. This helps keep taxes fair and stops profit shifting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Corporate_Tax_Registration_Guide_Using_Emara_Tax\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #156582;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate Tax Registration Guide<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Using Emara Tax)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EmaraTax is the online portal by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in the UAE. All tax registrations, filings, and payments happen through this system.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prerequisites_Before_Registration\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">Prerequisites Before Registration<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Collect all your documents, like trade license<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, passport copies, and business details.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Make sure you know your business structure<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and ownership details.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Have an authorized person <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ready to manage tax matters.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Needed_for_Registration\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">Documents Needed for Registration<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trade license copy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company\u2019s Memorandum of Association (MoA) or Articles of Association<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passport and Emirates ID copies of owners\/partners<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business contact details<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial statements (if available)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Register_Corporate_Tax_in_UAE_Online_Step-by-Step_Process\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">How to Register Corporate Tax in UAE Online? Step-by-Step Process<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a step-by-step process you can follow to register for corporate tax in UAE:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Create_an_EmaraTax_Account\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Create an EmaraTax Account<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/eservices.tax.gov.ae\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Visit the official EmaraTax website<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and create an account using your email or UAE Pass.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Create_or_Select_Your_Taxable_Person_Profile\"><\/span><strong>Step 2: Create or Select Your Taxable Person Profile<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are <\/span><b>already registered for VAT or Excise Tax<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can use the existing profile. Otherwise, create a new profile for your company or business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Fill_Out_the_Registration_Form\"><\/span><strong>Step 3: Fill Out the Registration Form<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide information such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Business type<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (company, individual, branch).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Trade license number <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and business activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Details of owners\/shareholders<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with 25% or more ownership.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Contact details <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and authorized signatory.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Upload_Required_Documents\"><\/span><strong>Step 4: Upload Required Documents<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b>Upload clear scanned copies of all the required documents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as you<\/span><b>r trade license, passports, Emirates IDs, contracts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and any other paperwork needed for your corporate tax registration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Review_and_Submit\"><\/span><strong>Step 5: Review and Submit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b>Carefully check all the details entered.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Click submit to send your application to the FTA.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Wait_for_FTA_Approval\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Step 6: Wait for FTA Approval<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Federal Tax Authority (FTA)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reviews your corporate tax registration application, and approval usually <\/span><b>takes up to 20 business days<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You will receive your Tax Registration Number (TRN) after approval.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compliance_After_Corporate_Tax_Registration_in_the_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">Compliance After Corporate Tax Registration in the UAE<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After you register for corporate tax<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">K<\/span><b>eep your business financial records safe and organized.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>\u00a0File your corporate tax returns every year before the deadline<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Calculate the tax you owe <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and pay it on time.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, <\/span><b>stay updated on any new tax rules f<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rom the government.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Filing_Corporate_Tax_Returns\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">Filing Corporate Tax Returns<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every company registered in the UAE has to <\/span><b>file a corporate tax return once a year<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The return must be submitted <\/span><b>within nine months<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after the end of your financial year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if your financial year ends on <\/span><b>December 31, 2024<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, then your return should be filed by <\/span><b>September 30, 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Filing on time is very important because late submissions can lead to <\/span><b>penalties<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u00a0Even if you owe no tax,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you still have to file your return to show your income and expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_File_Corporate_Tax_Returns\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">How to File Corporate Tax Returns<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">File your returns online using the EmaraTax platform, the official system for tax services in the UAE.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Before filing, make sure your financial records<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are accurate and complete.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upload all the required documents and carefully fill out the forms to complete your corporate tax registration..\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you file late or make mistakes in your tax return, you may face <\/span><b>fines and penalties<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to <\/span><b>review everything carefully<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before submitting.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintaining_Free_Zone_Incentives\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">Maintaining Free Zone Incentives<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>If your business is in a free zone:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep following all the free zone rules.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep good records to show your income qualifies for the 0% tax benefit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid doing business in the UAE mainland without registering and paying taxes properly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Small_Business_Relief_and_Voluntary_Registration_in_Corporate_Tax\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">Small Business Relief and Voluntary Registration in Corporate Tax<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Small_Business_Relief\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">Small Business Relief<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your business earns<\/span><b> less than AED 3 million in profits per year, you may qualify for tax relief<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This means you don\u2019t have to pay corporate tax during that time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However<\/span><b>, you still must register with the Federal Tax Authority<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to qualify for this relief.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Voluntary_Registration\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">Voluntary Registration<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>If your business earns less than the required amount, you can still choose to register for corporate tax if you want to.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This helps you keep your tax processes simpler and prepares your business for possible growth in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deregistering_from_Corporate_Tax\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">Deregistering from Corporate Tax<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes <\/span><b>businesses close, merge with others, or stop doing taxable activities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In these cases, you might want to deregister from corporate tax.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Deregister\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">Who Can Deregister?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Companies that stop trading<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or close down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Foreign branches<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that shut their operations in the UAE.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sole proprietors <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">who stop their business activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Deregister\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #800000;\">How to Deregister?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>You can deregister by filing a request through the EmaraTax online platform<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Make sure to provide proof that your business no longer operates or carries out taxable activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_How_to_Register_Corporate_Tax_in_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">FAQs: How to Register Corporate Tax in UAE<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_all_businesses_need_to_register\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do all businesses need to register?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, small businesses below AED 1 million profit may not need to, but registration is often recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_approval_take\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long does approval take?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It usually takes 10 to 20 business days for the approval of corporate tax registration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_register_for_multiple_corporate_taxes_with_one_account\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you register for multiple corporate taxes with one account?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, EmaraTax manages VAT, Excise, and Corporate Taxes under one platform.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_I_miss_the_Corporate_Tax_registration_deadline_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What if I miss the Corporate Tax registration deadline UAE?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may face fines and penalties, so it is best to register as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Sole_Proprietorships_Have_to_Register_for_Corporate_Tax_in_the_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do Sole Proprietorships Have to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you run a sole proprietorship in the UAE and your <\/span><b>business makes more than AED 1 million in a year,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you must register for corporate tax with the Federal Tax Authority.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Non-Resident_Individuals_Have_to_Register_for_Corporate_Tax\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do Non-Resident Individuals Have to Register for Corporate Tax?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-resident individuals must register if they earn income through a permanent business presence in the UAE. If they have no business presence, they usually do not need to register.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_UAE_and_Foreign_Branches_Need_Separate_Corporate_Tax_Registrations\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do UAE and Foreign Branches Need Separate Corporate Tax Registrations?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAE branches register under the parent company\u2019s profile and don\u2019t register separately. Foreign branches must check if they have a taxable presence in the UAE to see if registration is needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Small_Business_Relief_Work_for_Profits_Up_to_AED_3_Million\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Does Small Business Relief Work for Profits Up to AED 3 Million?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses with profits under AED 3 million qualify for tax relief, but still need to register and report to get this benefit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Individuals_Voluntarily_Register_for_Corporate_Tax_Below_the_Income_Threshold\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can Individuals Voluntarily Register for Corporate Tax Below the Income Threshold?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, individuals and businesses that earn less than AED 1 million can still register voluntarily to make compliance easier or prepare for future growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrapping_Up\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #156582;\">Wrapping Up<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The start of Corporate Tax in the UAE is a major shift that affects all types of businesses in the country. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding who must register, how to register, and how to comply after registration is very important.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By following the steps in this guide on<\/span><b> how to register corporate tax in the UAE<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, businesses can easily register on the EmaraTax portal, avoid penalties, and contribute to the UAE\u2019s growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Useful Resources &amp; References<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/m1\/en\/services\/tax\/me-tax-legal-news\/2025\/uae-corporate-tax-cd-55-cd-63-and-fta-decision-5.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/m1\/en\/services\/tax\/me-tax-legal-news\/2026\/uae-corporate-tax-cd-55-cd-63-and-fta-decision-5.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/u.ae\/en\/information-and-services\/finance-and-investment\/taxation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">http:\/\/u.ae\/en\/information-and-services\/finance-and-investment\/taxation<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mof.gov.ae\/tax-legislation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/mof.gov.ae\/tax-legislation\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tax.gov.ae\/en\/taxes\/corporate.tax.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/tax.gov.ae\/en\/taxes\/corporate.tax.aspx<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingeconomics.com\/united-arab-emirates\/corporate-tax-rate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/tradingeconomics.com\/united-arab-emirates\/corporate-tax-rate<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE (2026)\u00a0 Starting from June 1, 2023, the United Arab Emirates began applying a Corporate Tax on businesses.\u00a0 This tax is a way for companies to pay a part of their profits to the government. The goal is to help the country grow its economy and follow global financial rules.\u00a0 The corporate tax rate in the United Arab Emirates is 9%. This means businesses pay this tax on their profits. From 2003 to 2026, the average corporate tax rate was about 1.17%. The highest rate was 9% in 2023, and the lowest was 0% in 2004. (source: Ministry of Finance, UAE) I have written this blog to tell you about what corporate tax means, who must register for it, how to register for corporate tax in UAE, and what to do after registration.\u00a0 Need help with UAE Corporate Tax?\u00a0 Find a reliable tax agent quickly at FindAnyAgent.ae. Get expert support for your tax registration, filing, and compliance so you don\u2019t have to worry. Visit FindAnyAgent.ae today and make taxes easy for your business! Contact Now! What is Corporate Tax? Corporate Tax is a type of tax that businesses pay to the government on the profits they make.. When your business sells products, provides services, or trades in the UAE and makes money, you may need to pay Corporate Tax on those earnings. Think of Corporate Tax as a small portion of your business\u2019s earnings that you give to the government. This money helps the country grow and provides better services for everyone. Basics of Corporate Tax in the UAE The UAE has made the Corporate Tax easy and clear. \u00a0If your business earns up to AED 375,000 in one year, you pay no tax at all. If your profit is more than AED 375,000, you pay 9% tax only on the amount above AED 375,000. Some businesses follow special rules or might not pay tax at all because they are exempt. This system helps small businesses by not taxing them while making sure bigger businesses pay their fair share. Corporate Tax Rates in the UAE Here is a table to explain the tax rates: Profit Range Tax Rate Up to AED 375,000 0% Above AED 375,000 9% Large Multinational Companies (with global revenue \u2265 \u20ac750 million) 15% (Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax) Source : Ministry of Finance The last rate applies only to very large multinational companies and is part of international rules called OECD Pillar Two. Corporate Tax registration fees in the UAE Company Type Registration Fees (AED) Mainland Companies 1,000 \u2013 5,000 Free Zone Companies 1,000 \u2013 2,500 Large Corporations 5,000+ Notes: Mainland companies generally pay higher fees based on size and business type. Free zone companies enjoy lower rates, and some may have special packages including registration. Additional fees may apply for legal consulting or documentation processing, depending on the service providers. Who Should Register for Corporate Tax in UAE &amp; Who is Exempt? What Should Register? Your business must pay tax on the money it earns from selling goods or services inside the UAE. If your business is a branch or permanent setup of a foreign company in the UAE, the income you earn inside the UAE will also be taxed. Taxable income refers to your business\u2019s net profit after allowed adjustments based on accounting standards. What Is Exempt? Businesses fully owned by the government do not pay corporate tax. Certain activities like oil and gas extraction are taxed differently at the emirate level and are exempt from federal Corporate Tax. Some free zone businesses that follow special conditions can be exempt. Charities and approved non-profit organizations do not pay tax. Small businesses with very low income may be exempt from tax but might still need to register. Special Corporate Tax Rules for Different Businesses Here are some of the special tax rules applied on different businesses Free Zone Businesses and Corporate Tax Free zones in the UAE offer big advantages for businesses, including a 0% corporate tax rate to attract investors.\u00a0 However, there are important conditions. \u00a0All free zone companies must register for Corporate Tax with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). To continue enjoying the tax benefits, they must fully comply with free zone laws and regulations. If a free zone business does business with companies in the UAE mainland, the income from that business is taxed at the normal 9% rate. Businesses must keep detailed and accurate records to prove what type of business they are and their tax situation. Requirements for Foreign-Owned Businesses Foreign businesses having offices or branches in the UAE need to register for Corporate Tax if: They have a fixed business setup or do regular business in the UAE. They earn income in the UAE that is taxable. They must follow the same tax rules as UAE-based companies. This way, every business in the UAE pays its fair share of tax. OECD BEPS (Base Erosion and Profit Shifting) Impact The UAE follows global tax rules set by the OECD (called BEPS). These rules make sure companies can not avoid paying taxes by sending their profits to countries where taxes are very low or don\u2019t exist. These rules make sure companies pay tax where they actually do business. From 2026, the UAE has introduced a new tax rule called the Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT).\u00a0 Under this rule, large multinational companies must pay a minimum of 15% tax on the profits they earn worldwide. If the companies pay less than 15% elsewhere, they must pay the difference in the UAE. This helps keep taxes fair and stops profit shifting. Corporate Tax Registration Guide (Using Emara Tax) EmaraTax is the online portal by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in the UAE. All tax registrations, filings, and payments happen through this system. Prerequisites Before Registration Collect all your documents, like trade license, passport copies, and business details. Make sure you know your business structure and ownership details. 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