The UAE Federal Tax Authority urges all natural persons to register for Corporate Tax before end of March 2025 to avoid penalties of AED 10000.
The UAE Corporate Tax Registration is a mandatory requirement that businesses must adhere to in order to align with the nation’s tax framework.
Who is a Natural Person?
According to FTA a natural person means a human being of any age, whether resident in the UAE or elsewhere. He or she would only be subject to Corporate Tax if they conducts a Business or Business Activity in the UAE. This includes:
- Sole establishments
- Individual partners in Unincorporated Partnership
Deadlines for Corporate Tax Registration
A natural person whose total business turnover exceeds 1 million in a calendar year is considered as a taxable person as per FTA.Â
If your total turnover exceeds 1 Million for the year 2024 then you must comply with Corporate Tax Registration by 31 March 2025.
Corporate Tax Filing: After the tax registration you must file your Corporate Tax Return by 30 September 2025.
Documents required for Corporate Tax Registration
The documents required will vary depending on whether the applicant is a natural person or a legal person.
Natural Person
- Trade license ( if applicable ): Must be valid at the time of registration.
- Emirates ID / Passport of the applicant
Legal Person
- Trade license
- Emirates ID / Passport of authorized signatory
- Proof of authorization for the authorized signatory.
How to Register for Corporate TaxÂ
- If you are a new user, register an account in EmaraTax portal, If you are a existing user access your account with login credentials or UAE Pass.
- Next step add taxable person to your profile or select relevant person from the taxable person list.
- Lastly you will see the option to register for Corporate Tax. Select this option to complete your corporate tax registration process.
Exemptions from Corporate Tax Registration
There are certain categories of businesses that are exempted from Corporate Tax Registration like:
- Businesses engaged in the extraction of natural resources
- Dividends and capital gains earned by a UAE business from its qualifying shareholdings will be exempt from Corporate Tax
- Qualifying intra-group transactions and reorganizations will not be subject to corporate tax
UAE Corporate Tax Rates
- 0% for taxable income up to AED 375,000
- 9% for taxable income above AED 375,000
Penalty for Non Compliance
According to the Ministry of Finance, businesses that fail to register for Corporate Tax within the specified timelines will incur a penalty of AED 10,000.
Corporate Tax Compliance Requirements
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Stay Updated
       Closely monitor tax updates from FTA and remain updated on taxes by attending training sessions and workshops.
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Keep accurate Record
       Maintain accurate financial records for at least 5 years
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Hire a Professional Tax Consultant
      Having a professional tax consultant in Dubai by your side will help guide you in compliance and to minimize risk. Intellect Chartered Accountants is the leading CA Firm in Dubai, having a team of expert accountants and auditors, who provide best-in-class Corporate tax services in Dubai.
Why Intellect Chartered Accountants
Staying compliant with tax regulations in the UAE is essential to avoid penalties and ensure smooth business operations. Navigating corporate tax compliance in the UAE requires expertise and precision. At Intellect Chartered Accountants, we offer end-to-end corporate tax services in Dubai, ensuring your business stays fully compliant with FTA regulations. Whether you need assistance with corporate tax registration, tax planning, financial audits, or meeting the Corporate Tax Registration Deadline 2025, our expert team is here to help.
 As a trusted CA firm in Dubai, our team of experienced tax consultant in UAE ensures your business meets all legal requirements and stay compliant with Corporate Tax Registration Deadline and helps in avoiding penalties. Partner with Intellect Chartered Accountants today for reliable accounting and tax services.Â
