Corporate Tax
Corporate Tax Return Filing
We compute taxable income, apply Small Business Relief or Free Zone treatment where you qualify, and file your annual return with supporting schedules.
Reliefs we assess
Small Business Relief, Qualifying Free Zone Person status and allowable deductions — assessed against your actual figures.
Who needs this service
- Every registered taxable person after their first financial year.
- Free-zone entities confirming qualifying status.
- Groups needing consolidated or related-party treatment.
Documents & requirements
- Financial statements for the tax period.
- Trial balance and supporting schedules.
- Details of related-party and intra-group transactions.
How the process works
- 1Prepare/close the accounts for the period.
- 2Compute taxable income and apply reliefs.
- 3Prepare disclosures and schedules.
- 4File the return and arrange any payment.
UAE-specific considerations
- Transfer-pricing documentation may be required for related parties.
- Accounting adjustments can differ from tax treatment.
Deadlines & obligations
The return and any payment are generally due within nine months of the end of the relevant tax period.
Common mistakes we help you avoid
- Filing from unadjusted management accounts.
- Overlooking transfer-pricing obligations.
- Claiming reliefs without meeting the conditions.
Frequently asked questions
When is my first return due?
Within nine months after your first tax period ends — the exact date depends on your financial year.
Do free-zone companies file returns?
Yes — even Qualifying Free Zone Persons must register and file, reporting qualifying and non-qualifying income.