Who Needs to Register
Virtually every UAE mainland and free zone company must register for Corporate Tax with the Federal Tax Authority, even if it ultimately owes no tax.
The 0% and 9% Rates
The UAE applies a 9% Corporate Tax rate above a set annual profit threshold, with a 0% rate available on qualifying income for eligible free zone companies.
Staying Compliant After Registration
Companies must also file an annual Corporate Tax return within the deadline set by the FTA. Clean bookkeeping from day one makes this dramatically easier.