Corporate Tax
Registration in the UAE

We help businesses complete corporate tax registration in the UAE smoothly by guiding them through eligibility checks, documentation, EmaraTax setup, and full FTA compliance requirements.

A taxable person is required to register for corporate tax in the UAE as mandated by Clause 1 of Article 51 of the Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 (UAE CT Law). The Law specifically states that taxable businesses must conduct corporate tax registration in the UAE in line with the form and manner and within the timeline prescribed by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). Understanding when and how to complete UAE corporate tax registration is essential for avoiding penalties and ensuring a smooth start to your tax compliance journey.

The businesses should also obtain a Tax Registration Number (TRN) after conducting the registration. Most companies seek guidance during UAE corporate tax registration to ensure their TRN is issued without delays or errors.

Tax Gian and its associate Jitendra Tax Consultants (JTC) understand the complexities of the process and we can help you navigate the challenges of the corporate tax registration process in the UAE.

Tax Gian offers the best corporate tax registration services in Dubai to help our clients comply with the UAE CT Law and the procedures set by the FTA. Our Corporate tax consultants in Dubai can help you through each step of corporate tax registration through the EmaraTax portal. Our team also assists companies across the UAE with corporate tax registration, ensuring that every step follows the procedures mandated by the FTA.

Corporate Tax Services in the UAE

Entities that must Register for UAE Corporate Tax

The UAE CT Law requires every taxable person to register for corporate tax and obtain a TRN. Certain exempt persons are also required to register for corporate tax. It means the UAE free zone, mainland and offshore companies are required to register for corporate tax. Our corporate tax registration assistance has been regarded as the best in the UAE in terms of easing the process for clients. With a wide range of entities falling under the law, UAE corporate tax registration becomes a mandatory step for both new and existing businesses.

Timeline for Corporate Tax Registration

The FTA has issued the deadlines for submitting the corporate tax registration application in the UAE. The timeline for filing the UAE corporate tax registration is based on the month and date of the trade license issuance. Tax Gian’s corporate tax professionals in Dubai can help you determine your registration timeline based on the trade license issuance details. We also send tailor-made reminders to our clients so that they do not miss the deadline for submitting corporate tax registration applications to the FTA.

Understanding your deadline is crucial, as UAE corporate tax registration must be completed within the timeframe based on your trade license issuance date. The following are the deadlines for registering for corporate tax as per FTA Decision No. 3 of 2024 (effective from March 1st 2024):

Date of License issuance irrespective of year of issuance Deadline for submitting an application
1 January – 31 January 31 May 2024
1 February – 28/29 February 31 May 2024
1 March – 31 March 30 June 2024
1 April – 30 April 30 June 2024
1 May – 31 May 31 July 2024
1 June – 30 June 31 August 2024
1 July – 31 July 30 September 2024
1 August – 31 August 30 September 2024
1 September – 30 September 31 October 2024
1 October – 31 October 30 November 2024
1 November – 30 November 30 November 2024
1 December – 31 December 31 December 2024
Where a person does not have a License at the effective date of this Decision Three months from the effective date of this Decision

Penalty for Late Registration of Corporate Tax

Companies are required to register for corporate tax within the deadline prescribed by the UAE FTA. Businesses that fail to register within the timeline will incur a late corporate tax registration penalty of AED 10,000. Incurring hefty corporate tax penalties in the UAE will break the back of your business. Hire our corporate tax registration services in Dubai to avoid the penalties.

Why UAE Corporate Tax Registration Is Important

Registering for corporate tax in the UAE ensures that businesses operate legally within the new tax framework and avoid non-compliance penalties. It also establishes a clear tax position with the FTA and allows companies to prepare early for return filing obligations. Completing UAE corporate tax registration on time helps businesses maintain transparency and meet regulatory expectations.

A Glimpse into our corporate tax registration services

Our UAE corporate tax registration assistance package includes the following services:
  • Advice on whether to register as a tax group or single entity
  • Assistance with setting up an account in EmaraTax and register
  • Corporate tax documentation assistance

Documents Required for Corporate Tax Registration

We can help you prepare and submit the following documents mandatory for corporate tax registration purposes in the UAE:
  • Trade license, Memorandum of Association, Certificate of Incorporation, if any
  • Passport and/or Emirates ID of all shareholders
  • Passport and/or Emirates ID of authorized signatory
  • Proof of authorization for the authorized signatory

Having the correct documents ready ensures that UAE corporate tax registration is completed efficiently without unnecessary delays.

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How we help

Why Tax Gian is the Best Corporate Tax Service Provider in UAE?

Tax Gian and JTC have a client-first approach towards tax compliance services in the UAE. We are dedicated to helping our clients fulfil their obligations without incurring any penalty. You should hire our corporate registration services because, Our consultants support both new and existing companies with complete UAE corporate tax registration, covering all stages from evaluation to final approval.

Corporate Tax Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. Will a Free Zone Company be required to register for Corporate Tax?

Yes. All Free Zone Persons must register and obtain a TRN for corporate tax.

2. How do I register for Corporate Tax?

Taxable Persons need to electronically register for Corporate Tax through the EmaraTax Portal.

3. Should companies with Revenue less than AED 3 million for a Tax Period register for Corporate Tax?

Yes, any resident juridical person must register for Corporate Tax irrespective of its level of Revenue.

4. What documents are required for UAE corporate tax registration?

You must submit your trade license, passport or Emirates ID copies of owners, MoA, and proof of authorization for the signatory. The FTA may request additional documents based on your business.

5. How long does UAE corporate tax registration take?

Corporate tax registration in the UAE is usually processed within a few working days after submitting a complete and accurate application on EmaraTax.

6. What happens if a business delays corporate tax registration?

A business that misses the UAE corporate tax registration deadline may face a penalty of AED 10,000 and potential compliance issues.
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