Corporate Tax is now a fact of doing business in the UAE. It is a direct tax on the taxable income of businesses, introduced under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022. Getting the timing right is essential — the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) enforces deadlines, and missing them carries penalties.
Registration comes first
Every taxable business must register for Corporate Tax with the FTA. A late registration alone can carry an AED 10,000 penalty, so registering on time — and ahead of any FTA deadline that applies to your business — is the first priority.
Filing and payment
Corporate Tax returns are filed after the end of the relevant tax period, within the window set out in the law. The return brings together your taxable income, any applicable reliefs (such as small-business relief), and the tax due.
What to keep on hand
- Accurate, IFRS-compliant accounting records
- Invoices, contracts and supporting documentation
- Details of any free-zone (QFZP) status you intend to rely on
- A clear view of allowable expenses and deductions
How Valunxt keeps you compliant
We handle Corporate Tax registration, return preparation and filing end to end, with every filing reviewed before it reaches the FTA — so you stay accurate, on time and penalty-free.
Need help with this for your business?
Speak with the Valunxt team for clear, fixed-fee guidance.
