Corporate Tax Filing in the UAE
Who Must File Corporate Tax Returns in the UAE?
Any entity liable to UAE Corporate Tax is required to file corporate tax returns. They are:
- UAE-registered companies (mainland or free zone companies which are not exempt).
- Foreign companies with a UAE permanent establishment.
- Companies earning income from the UAE, even though they might be registered outside the UAE.
Free zone businesses benefiting from the 0% rate must also return their corporate tax returns to prove compliance with the qualifying conditions.
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When to File Corporate Tax Returns?
The corporate tax return filing deadline in the UAE depends on the financial year-end of your company.
You will have nine (9) months from the end of the financial period to submit the return.
Example:
If your company's financial year ends on 31 December 2024, the filing deadline for the corporate tax return would be 30 September 2025.
Late filing could lead to administrative penalties and affect your FTA status; therefore, timely filing.
Corporate Tax Return Filing Process in the UAE
We simplify the whole process of filing corporate tax returns under the UAE Corporate Tax Law. Here's the process:
- Review of Financial Statement – We review your books and ensure they are IFRS compliant.
- Calculation of Taxable Income – Calculate profits after considering deductions allowed and disallowed.
- Calculation of corporate tax liability – Use the relevant tax rate (9% standard or 0% as applicable).
- Preparation of tax return form –Ensure all disclosures and schedules.
- Filing through the FTA portal – File your corporate tax return online well before the deadline.
- Post-filing support – We manage FTA clarification questions or follow-up on your behalf.
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Documents Needed for Corporate Tax Filing
You will need the following to the corporate tax returns filling in the UAE:
- Audited or management financial reports
- Trade license and registration certificates
- Tax registration number (TRN)
- Details of related party transactions
- Records of income, expenses, and adjustments
Penalties for Late Corporate Tax Filing
Delayed submission of corporate tax returns can result in serious penalties. As per FTA regulations:
- AED 500 per month for the first 12 months of delay.
- AED 1,000 per month thereafter.
- Additional penalties for false or incorrect submissions.
Ongoing compliance and professional filing support are required to evade these penalties.
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How We Help Businesses Stay Compliant
At CorporateTaxUAE.com, we specialize in making all your tax filing technically and legally compliant with the FTA.
Our services include:
- Corporate tax calculation and reporting
- FTA portal filing and submission
- Review of tax position accuracy
- Exemptions and deductions advisory
- Corporate tax registration and renewal
Why CorporateTaxUAE.com?
- Professional Tax Consultants – Our professionals have practical experience in UAE corporate tax laws.
- Accuracy Guaranteed – We use FTA-approved software to ensure file accuracy.
- Start-to-Finish Support – We do everything from calculation to filing.
- Discreet & Secure – Your financial data is protected under strict confidentiality.
- Trusted by UAE Businesses – We've assisted SMEs and corporations in all the key industries.
Contact us today, and we shall be glad to assist you.
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