The introduction of Corporate Tax in the UAE marks a significant shift in the business landscape. Whether you are a startup, SME, or multinational, understanding UAE Corporate Tax is essential to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.
Corporate Tax is a direct tax on the net profits of businesses operating in the UAE. It was introduced to align the UAE with global tax standards and enhance financial transparency.
The tax is regulated by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
The UAE offers one of the most competitive tax regimes globally:
Corporate Tax applies to:
Corporate Tax in the UAE runs on a strict statutory calendar. Registration must be completed within the FTA-specified timeline for your category, and both your return and any tax payable are due within 9 months of your financial year-end. The FTA treats filing and payment as a single obligation, so submitting one without the other is still non-compliance.
We review your legal structure, revenue, and Free Zone status to map your Corporate Tax position and confirm whether Small Business Relief or QFZP 0% treatment applies to you.
We complete your Corporate Tax registration on the EmaraTax portal and secure your Tax Registration Number (TRN), ensuring you meet the FTA timeline and avoid the AED 10,000 late-registration penalty.
We maintain IFRS-compliant records, compute adjustments and exemptions, and determine your taxable income accurately under Federal Decree-Law 47/2022.
We prepare and submit your Corporate Tax return and arrange payment within 9 months of your financial year-end, keeping you fully compliant and penalty-free.
We handle FTA queries, transfer pricing documentation, and year-round planning so your business stays compliant as thresholds and rules evolve.
Mainland LLCs are Resident Persons taxed on worldwide income. The 0% band and Small Business Relief can significantly reduce early-stage liability.
Instant estimate based on UAE Corporate Tax Law. Your actual liability is confirmed by our team during filing.
0% on the first AED 375,000 of taxable income, 9% above it.
Estimate only — not tax advice. Reliefs, exemptions and adjustments may change the final figure.
UAE companies trust Capella for tax compliance
Every return submitted within statutory deadlines
Rated for accuracy and responsiveness
Fast EmaraTax registration once documents are ready
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Capella Tax Consultancy L.L.C is an FTA-approved Tax Agent in the UAE, helping businesses stay compliant with tax regulations. We provide VAT registration, VAT return filing, tax advisory, compliance reviews, and corporate tax services across all seven Emirates.
Most UAE businesses — mainland companies, qualifying Free Zone entities, and foreign companies with a permanent establishment — must register, even those that ultimately pay 0%.
0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% above it. A 15% rate may apply to large multinationals under the global minimum tax rules.
Corporate Tax returns are filed within 9 months from the end of your financial year. For a year ending 31 December 2025, the deadline is 30 September 2026.
Qualifying Free Zone Persons can still benefit from 0% on qualifying income, but they must register and meet substance and transfer-pricing requirements.
Late registration can trigger administrative penalties starting from AED 10,000, so registering within the required timeline is important.
Capella has been a game-changer for our business. Their team is knowledgeable, responsive, and always ensures we stay compliant.
Professional, proactive, and always available when we need them. They handle our accounting, VAT, and corporate tax with complete accuracy.
Their insights go beyond compliance. Capella helps us understand our numbers better and make smarter financial decisions.
Let Capella handle the numbers while you focus on growing your business. Our expert accountants are just a click away.
