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UAE Corporate Tax Registration
Corporate Tax registration is legally mandatory for ALL UAE companies (Freezone and Mainland). Missing your specific FTA deadline results in a strict AED 10,000 penalty. Let us handle your filing securely.
What is UAE Corporate Tax?
The UAE introduced a federal Corporate Tax regime on business profits, cementing its position as a transparent, globally compliant jurisdiction. The standard rate is set at 9% for taxable net profits exceeding AED 375,000.
Critically: Registration is mandatory for every single registered entity in the UAE, regardless of revenue size, profitability, or Freezone status. Even if your company makes zero revenue or qualifies for 0% tax, you must register and obtain a Corporate Tax Registration Number (CTRN) from the FTA.
The Tax Framework
- **0% Rate:** On taxable income up to AED 375,000, or for qualifying Freezone companies.
- **9% Rate:** On taxable net profits exceeding AED 375,000.
- **Small Business Relief:** Available for revenues under AED 3 Million.
The Cost of Missing Your Deadline
The FTA has mandated specific registration deadlines based on the month of your license issuance. Ignorance of the law is not an excuse.
AED 10,000 Instant Fine
Missing your specific registration deadline results in an automatic administrative penalty of AED 10,000 applied directly to your FTA portal account.
Loss of 0% Status
Freezone companies that fail to register and comply with FTA regulations risk losing their Qualifying Free Zone Person status, subjecting all profits to 9% tax.
Bank Account Freezes
UAE banks require proof of corporate tax registration during KYC updates. Non-compliance can lead to restricted banking facilities or account closure.
Our Corporate Tax Registration
Protect your business from fines with our swift and accurate filing process.
Deadline Verification
We analyze your trade license to accurately determine your exact FTA mandatory registration deadline.
Document Preparation
Collating and verifying MOAs, passports, EIDs, and licenses to meet stringent FTA upload requirements.
EmaratTax Filing
Professional completion and submission of the complex Corporate Tax registration forms on EmaratTax.
Entity Classification
Ensuring your business is correctly classified (e.g. Qualifying Free Zone Person) during registration.
Clarification Management
Handling any follow-up questions or requests for information directly from the FTA.
CTRN Delivery
Delivering your official Corporate Tax Registration Number (CTRN) and certificate.
Professional Filing Fee
ADVOCATE MANAGED FILING
*One-time professional fee for Corporate Tax registration via the FTA portal. The FTA does not charge government fees for the initial registration.
How We Register You
Fast, secure, and fully compliant with federal laws.
Document Collation
Send us your Trade License, MOA, and owner identification documents.
Deadline Audit
We verify your strict FTA deadline based on your license issuance month.
Portal Registration
We create and configure your EmaratTax account for Corporate Tax.
Application Filing
Accurate submission of your corporate structure and details to the FTA.
CTRN Issued
The FTA processes the application and issues your Corporate Tax Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
The UAE implemented a Federal Corporate Tax on business profits effective for financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. The standard statutory rate is 9% for taxable income exceeding AED 375,000.
Yes. Absolutely every business entity in the UAE—including Mainland companies, Freezone companies, offshore companies, and branches of foreign entities—must register for Corporate Tax with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
Freezone companies MUST register for Corporate Tax. However, they may benefit from a 0% Corporate Tax rate on their 'Qualifying Income' if they meet strict substance requirements and comply with specific transfer pricing rules.
The FTA strictly enforces a penalty of AED 10,000 for any business that fails to submit its Corporate Tax registration application before the deadline specified by the Authority based on the license issuance month.
Resident taxable persons with gross revenues not exceeding AED 3 Million in a tax period can elect for 'Small Business Relief', meaning they will be treated as having no taxable income and will pay 0% corporate tax.
The FTA issued Decision No. 3 of 2024 detailing specific deadlines. Generally, deadlines are based on the month your Trade License was originally issued, regardless of the year of issuance. Missing this exact month's deadline triggers the fine.
While not all businesses are required to submit audited financials at the registration phase, businesses with revenue exceeding AED 50 Million and Qualifying Free Zone Persons must maintain audited financial statements.
Yes. Non-resident persons may be subject to UAE CT if they have a Permanent Establishment (PE) in the UAE or derive UAE-sourced income (subject to withholding tax, currently at 0%).
If the application is complete and accurate, the FTA typically processes the Corporate Tax Registration within 20 business days and issues a Corporate Tax Registration Number (CTRN).
No. They are two entirely separate tax regimes. Even if you are already registered for VAT and have a VAT TRN, you must submit a separate application to register for Corporate Tax.
You require the Trade License, Emirates ID & Passport of the authorized signatory, Memorandum of Association (MOA), and the authorization letter or Power of Attorney if being filed by an agent.
Related UAE Compliance Services
UAE VAT Registration
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Freezone Setup
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Mainland Setup
Direct access to the local UAE market with 100% ownership.
BEAT THE DEADLINE
Avoid the AED 10,000 Fine.
Register Your Company Now.
Every UAE company must register. Missing your specific month's deadline triggers an instant automated penalty. Let our tax experts secure your compliance today.
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