Corporate Tax Services in Abu Dhabi & UAE – FTA Registration, Filing & Advisory
Corporate Tax in the UAE is no longer optional. If you have a trade license in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, or any Free Zone – you must register for Corporate Tax and file returns. Even if your revenue is zero.
Since the implementation of Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on Corporate Tax, the Federal Tax Authority has started issuing automatic fines – AED 10,000 for late registration and AED 50,000 for late filing. We are seeing dozens of business owners from Mussafah, Hamdan Street, Al Reem Island, and Al Hosn Street coming with penalties because they missed the deadline.
At Financial Statement, based at Al Hosn street, Falcon tower Abu Dhabi – UAE, we provide complete Corporate Tax services for Mainland and Free Zone companies. From EmaraTax registration to tax planning to return filing and FTA audit support – we handle everything while you run your business.
Call us or WhatsApp us today for a free eligibility check.
Understanding Corporate Tax in UAE – What Every Business Owner Must Know
Corporate Tax is a direct tax on the net profit of your business. It is managed by the Federal Tax Authority – FTA and applies to all businesses under the UAE Government Portal – Corporate Tax Information.
Here are the current rules in simple language:
- Tax Rate: 0% on first AED 375,000 of taxable profit, 9% on profit above AED 375,000
- Who Must Register: All LLCs, Private Companies, Sole Establishments, Civil Companies, Free Zone Companies, Foreign Branches, and even freelancers with a license
- Financial Year: Your first tax period generally starts from 1 June 2023 or from your license start date
- Filing Deadline: Within 9 months from the end of your financial year
- Books of Accounts: You must maintain audited financial statements as per IFRS for 7 years
Many business owners think “I have a Free Zone license, I am exempt.” This is not true. Even Qualifying Free Zone Persons must register and file returns to claim 0% rate. This is clearly explained in the FTA Corporate Tax Guide for Free Zones.
At Financial Statement, we make sure you are not in the penalty list.
Our Corporate Tax Services in UAE
We are not just typing your data on EmaraTax. We are FTA registered tax consultants and accountants who plan your taxes legally and keep you compliant.
- Corporate Tax Registration on EmaraTax
Late registration is the biggest reason for fines in UAE right now. FTA deadline depends on your trade license issue month.
Our registration service includes:
- Checking your trade license date and confirming your exact registration deadline as per FTA Decision on Corporate Tax Registration
- Creating taxable person profile on EmaraTax portal and linking with UAE Pass
- Preparing required documents – trade license, MOA, Emirates ID, Passport, bank details
- Determining correct financial year, business activity, and ownership details
- Submission and getting your Corporate Tax Registration Number (TRN)
We complete registration in 2-3 days. We have done 600+ registrations for Abu Dhabi Mainland, Dubai Mainland, ADGM, Masdar City, KIZAD, IFZA, Meydan, Sharjah Free Zone, and offshore companies.
Need both VAT and Corporate Tax? Check our VAT Registration & Filing Services.
- Corporate Tax Advisory & Tax Planning
Filing is easy, planning is where you save money. Our advisory is focused on legally reducing your tax to minimum.
We provide:
- Small Business Relief Check: If your revenue is below AED 3 Million, you can claim Small Business Relief and pay 0% corporate tax till 31st December 2026. We assess eligibility and file election.
- Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) Assessment: Free Zone companies doing qualifying activities like trading, logistics, holding, and manufacturing can get 0% on qualifying income and 9% on non-qualifying. We check substance, de minimis, and audited accounts conditions as per Qualifying Free Zone Guide.
- Group Structuring Advice: Should you form a Tax Group for your multiple companies? Will it save you tax?
- Salary vs Dividend Planning: For owner-managed companies, how to structure owner remuneration to optimize corporate tax
- Exempt Income Identification: Dividends, capital gains, foreign branch income – what is exempt and how to claim
One hour of planning with our chartered accountants can save you AED 20,000 to AED 100,000 in tax. This is part of our Corporate Tax Consultancy.
- Financial Statements Preparation for Corporate Tax
You cannot file corporate tax without proper financial statements. FTA requires accrual basis accounting as per IFRS.
Our team at Financial Statement prepares:
- Monthly and annual bookkeeping on Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho
- Profit & Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and General Ledger
- Adjustments for related party transactions, owner drawings, and non-deductible expenses
- Reconciliation with VAT returns and WPS payroll to avoid FTA mismatch
- Audit-ready financials that your auditor can sign quickly
Our accounting is not just compliance – it is tax-ready. Combine this with our Accounting & Bookkeeping Services for full compliance.
- Corporate Tax Return Filing
The corporate tax return on EmaraTax is not a simple form. It has schedules for adjustments, reliefs, transfer pricing, and tax loss.
We handle complete filing:
- Calculation of taxable income – adding back non-allowable expenses like 50% entertainment, fines, donations, bribes
- Applying exempt income and reliefs
- Calculating tax payable and preparing tax computation sheet
- Preparing and submitting return on EmaraTax within deadline
- Payment of tax to FTA and generating payment receipt
- Keeping audit file and computations for 7 years
We file for all entities – LLC, Sole Establishment, Professional License, Freelance License, Foreign Branch, and Partnership.
- Transfer Pricing Documentation
If you have transactions with related parties – sister company, head office, relative, or company owned by same owner – Transfer Pricing rules apply.
As per UAE Transfer Pricing Guide, you must:
- Maintain arm’s length pricing for related party transactions
- File Transfer Pricing Disclosure Form with corporate tax return
- Prepare Master File and Local File if revenue exceeds AED 200M or related party transactions exceed threshold
We prepare complete Transfer Pricing documentation using approved methods – CUP, Cost Plus, TNMM. Penalty for non-compliance is AED 10,000 and AED 50,000.
- Corporate Tax De-registration & Final Return
Closed your company? Cancelled your license? You still need to de-register from corporate tax within 3 months of closure.
We do:
- Final corporate tax return filing till cessation date
- Corporate Tax de-registration application on EmaraTax
- Obtaining tax clearance from FTA
If you don’t de-register, FTA continues to expect returns and will issue fines.
- FTA Penalty Waiver & Audit Assistance
Received a penalty of AED 10,000 or AED 50,000? Or received an FTA audit notice?
We help with:
- Review of penalty and eligibility for waiver
- Filing reconsideration request on EmaraTax as per FTA Reconsideration Rules
- Preparing reply to FTA audit queries
- Voluntary disclosure if you made error in previous return
We have successfully reduced penalties for many clients in Abu Dhabi.
Why Corporate Tax Compliance is Critical Now?
FTA is now linked with DED, ADDED, MOHRE, and banks. If you don’t comply:
- Your trade license renewal can be blocked
- Your company bank account can be flagged during compliance check
- You will not get tax clearance for selling company or changing partners
- Your immigration file can be affected
And fines are automatic – system generated, no human intervention. Don’t wait for a message from FTA.
Why Choose Financial Statement for Corporate Tax Services?
1. Located in Abu Dhabi: Our office is on Al Hosn street, Falcon tower Abu Dhabi – UAE, just minutes away from ADDED and FTA happiness center. We deal with Abu Dhabi companies daily.
2. FTA Registered Tax Agency: We are registered with FTA as tax agents, not just accountants. We understand EmaraTax portal technical issues and FTA logic.
3. Experienced Chartered Accountants: Our team includes CA, ACCA with Big4 background in UAE corporate tax.
4. 600+ Companies Served: From restaurants in Tourist Club Area to trading companies in Mussafah to consultancies in Reem Island – we have handled all industries.
5. All-in-One Firm: We offer Corporate Tax + VAT Services + Payroll & WPS Services + ICV Certificate + Company Liquidation. Your data stays in one place and always matches.
6. Transparent Pricing: Annual corporate tax package starting from AED 2,500 for Small Business Relief cases and from AED 4,500 for normal companies. Written quotation, no hidden fees.
Conclusion
Corporate Tax in UAE is here to stay. But with the right planning, it is still one of the lowest tax regimes in the world at just 9%, with legal options to pay 0% through Small Business Relief and Qualifying Free Zone benefits.
The key is to register on time, maintain proper financial statements, and file accurately. Doing it wrong will cost you AED 10,000 to AED 50,000 in fines plus 14% annual interest.
At Financial Statement, we don’t just file your return – we protect your business from fines and help you pay the lowest tax legally possible. Whether you have a small freelance license or a large group of companies in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, our tax experts on Al Hosn street are ready to handle your complete corporate tax compliance.
Don’t risk FTA penalties. Get your corporate tax registration and filing done correctly today.
Contact Financial Statement for Corporate Tax Services
Financial Statement
Address: Al Hosn street, Falcon tower Abu Dhabi – UAE
Call or WhatsApp: +971599972203
Email: info@inspirellc.ae
Website: https://inspirellc.ae/
Visit our Contact Page to book your free corporate tax consultation and check your registration deadline today.