Corporate Tax
Corporate Tax Registration in the UAE
Every taxable person must register for Corporate Tax within the FTA timelines. We complete your registration correctly and advise on reliefs you may qualify for.
Deadlines & penalties
Registration deadlines depend on your licence issue date. Late registration carries administrative penalties — we keep you ahead of the date.
Who needs this service
- Mainland companies and most free-zone entities.
- Freelancers and sole establishments above the income threshold.
- Businesses that may elect Small Business Relief.
Documents & requirements
- Trade licence and ownership/manager identification.
- Contact and business activity details.
- Financial year and accounting reference details.
How the process works
- 1Confirm taxable-person status and deadline.
- 2Prepare details and register on EmaraTax.
- 3Receive the Corporate Tax registration number.
- 4Set up bookkeeping ready for the first return.
UAE-specific considerations
- Qualifying Free Zone Person status has strict substance and income conditions.
- Small Business Relief requires election and still needs filing.
Deadlines & obligations
Registration deadlines are linked to your licence issue month; failing to register on time carries a fixed administrative penalty.
Common mistakes we help you avoid
- Assuming free-zone companies are automatically exempt.
- Registering late and incurring penalties.
- Not keeping accounting records to support the first return.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a 0% Corporate Tax band?
Taxable income up to the legislated threshold is taxed at 0% and the excess at the standard rate; qualifying free-zone income may also be 0%.
Do I still register if I expect no tax?
Yes. Registration and filing are mandatory even if Small Business Relief or the 0% band applies.