UAE Corporate Tax Registration
Register for UAE corporate tax with the Federal Tax Authority, including CT return filing and VAT compliance. Services cover corporate tax registration, annual CT return filing, and VAT consultation.
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Eligibility
All mainland-licensed businesses operating in the UAE must register for corporate tax with the FTA, regardless of revenue.
Free zone companies must register even if they qualify for the 0% rate on qualifying income under the QFZP rules.
Foreign entities with a permanent establishment or nexus in the UAE are subject to corporate tax on their UAE-sourced income.
Natural persons earning more than AED 1 million from business activities (not employment) may be subject to corporate tax.
Registration deadlines are linked to your trade licence issuance date. Late registration carries a penalty of AED 10,000. Contact Amer MBS to confirm your deadline.
Required Documents
Confirms business registration and determines your registration deadline
Identification for FTA portal registration
Required for EmaraTax portal authentication
Verifies the company structure and shareholder details
Mandatory for FTA registration form
Needed for return filing — not required at initial registration
Process Timeline
- 1
Assess tax obligation
Determine your corporate tax liability based on revenue thresholds and free zone qualifying income rules.
Same day
- 2
Register with FTA
Amer MBS submits your corporate tax registration application through the Federal Tax Authority EmaraTax portal.
1–3 business days
- 3
Tax Registration Number issued
FTA issues your Tax Registration Number (TRN) for corporate tax compliance.
5–10 business days
Cost Overview
No government fee — mandatory for all UAE-licensed businesses. Penalties apply if deadline is missed.
No government filing fee — annual return due within 9 months of financial year-end. Penalties apply for late submission.
No government fee — mandatory if taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 annually. Penalties apply for late registration.
AED 10,000 penalty per Cabinet Decision 10/2024 (amending CD 75/2023). The FTA has separately announced a one-time waiver for eligible first-time filers — contact us for current eligibility.
AED 500/month for each month (or part thereof) during the first 12 months late. AED 1,000/month from the 13th month onwards. Penalty accrues from the day after the filing deadline. Cabinet Decision 75/2023 Table Row 7.
Applies when a Registrant submits an incorrect Tax Return. Waived if corrected before the submission deadline or via a Voluntary Disclosure that does not change the Due Tax. Cabinet Decision 75/2023 Table Row 9.
Applies if the taxable person fails to submit a VAT registration application within the timeframe specified in the VAT Law. Cabinet Decision 40/2017 Table 1 Row 3 (as amended by CD 129/2025).
Applies to the first failure to submit a VAT Return within the timeframe specified in the VAT Law. Cabinet Decision 40/2017 Table 1 Row 8 (as amended by CD 129/2025).
Applies in case of repeated failure to submit a VAT Return within 24 months of the previous violation. Cabinet Decision 40/2017 Table 1 Row 8 (as amended by CD 129/2025).
What affects cost
Corporate tax registration itself has no government fee. Costs relate to accounting setup, tax agent fees, filing support, and transfer pricing documentation if applicable. Ongoing compliance costs depend on revenue size.
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Government fees are set by the issuing authority and subject to change without notice. Amer MBS service fees are inclusive of typing and processing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who needs to register for corporate tax in the UAE?
All taxable persons — including mainland companies, free zone entities, and individuals conducting business in the UAE — are required to register for Corporate Tax with the Federal Tax Authority, regardless of revenue level. Exempt entities (government bodies, qualifying public benefit organisations) and natural persons below the relevant thresholds may be excluded. Registration deadlines vary by licence issuance date — late registration carries penalties. Reach out to confirm your registration obligation.
What is the UAE corporate tax rate?
The standard rate is 9% on taxable income above AED 375,000. Income at or below AED 375,000 is taxed at 0%. Free zone entities with qualifying income may benefit from a 0% rate on that qualifying income if they meet Qualifying Free Zone Person conditions.
What is the deadline for corporate tax registration?
Registration deadlines depend on your licence issuance date. The Federal Tax Authority has published specific timelines by month. Late registration incurs penalties. Contact Amer MBS for your specific deadline.
Does Amer MBS handle corporate tax return filing?
Yes. Amer MBS provides end-to-end corporate tax services including FTA registration, annual CT return filing, VAT compliance, and ongoing advisory to ensure your business meets all deadlines.
What are the penalties for late corporate tax registration?
The Federal Tax Authority imposes a penalty of AED 10,000 for late corporate tax registration. Additional fines may apply for late filing or payment of returns. Early registration avoids these penalties.
Information sourced from tax.gov.ae (FTA), and MOF.gov.ae — verified 2026-03-19
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