Corporate tax
Corporate tax applies to most UAE businesses, including many free zone companies. We work out where you stand and file accurately.

What we cover
- Corporate tax registration
- Qualifying free zone person assessment
- Tax computation and return filing
- Transfer pricing policy and documentation
- Tax planning and restructuring advice
- Tax residency certificate support
Who needs this
Mainland and free zone companies that must register, file or assess their position, including groups with related party transactions.
How the work runs
Confirm registration and tax period
Assess exemptions and free zone status
Compute taxable income from the accounts
File the return and plan for next year
What you receive
- Registration or return filed
- Tax computation schedules
- Written note on free zone or planning position
Documents we will ask for
- Audited or draft financial statements
- Trade licence and ownership details
- Related party transaction list
- Prior tax filings
- Details of income by type
Mistakes we help you avoid
- Ignoring corporate tax because the company is in a free zone
- Registering late or not at all
- Keeping no support for related party prices
Questions
Do free zone companies pay corporate tax?
It depends on whether the company meets the qualifying conditions and what income it earns. We assess this before you file.
Other services
Audit and assurance
Statutory, internal and special purpose audits that stand up to regulators and lenders.
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Audited accounts and filings for free zone licence renewals.
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Monthly books, reconciliations and management reports you can read.
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Registration, returns and reviews aligned with the Federal Tax Authority.
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Choosing a jurisdiction, licensing and getting your company operating.
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A planned exit: final accounts, clearances and licence cancellation.
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Accounting software, dashboards and custom tools for finance teams.
View serviceTell us what you need
A first consultation is free. We will outline the scope and fee in writing before any work starts.