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Tax management in Dubai: accounting, Corporate Tax and VAT up to date.

Your company in the UAE has obligations every month, every quarter and every year. We keep your books, file your Corporate Tax and VAT returns and watch the deadlines, so you can focus on your business without surprises from the tax authority.

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Bookkeeping
Monthly
VAT
Usually quarterly
Corporate Tax
Annual return
Also
Obligations in Spain

What’s included

What we take care of.

The day-to-day compliance of your company, handled by people who also understand the structure behind it.

Bookkeeping

We record your income and expenses, reconcile bank accounts and keep your books in order all year round.

Corporate Tax

Registration, calculation of taxable income, reliefs and exemptions where applicable, and filing of the annual return.

VAT

Assessment of whether you need to register, VAT registration, and preparation and filing of returns.

Financial statements

Annual financial statements and, where required, coordination with the auditor.

Deadline calendar

We track every deadline for you and tell you what we need before each filing.

Obligations in Spain

If your situation also has obligations in Spain, we coordinate them so both sides are consistent.

Who it’s for

Is this for you?

  • Free zone and mainland companies in the UAE that need their accounting in order.

  • Founders who set up in Dubai and aren’t sure what they have to file, or when.

  • Businesses that have received a notice or are behind on registrations or returns.

  • Entrepreneurs who want one advisor who understands both Spain and the UAE.

How it works

Step by step.

  1. Review of your situation

    We check registrations, previous filings and the state of your books.

  2. Onboarding

    We set up access, the document flow and the calendar of deadlines.

  3. Monthly bookkeeping

    You send us the documents; we keep the books up to date and flag anything unusual.

  4. Returns and reporting

    We prepare and file your VAT and Corporate Tax returns and explain the figures to you.

Guide

What you should know about taxes in the UAE.

The UAE is no longer a jurisdiction without taxes. These are the key points.

Corporate Tax

For financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023, the UAE applies a federal Corporate Tax: 0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% above that. Companies must register with the Federal Tax Authority and file an annual return — free zone companies included.

Free zone companies can apply a 0% rate on qualifying income if they meet the requirements, which include having adequate substance and keeping proper records.

VAT

The UAE applies VAT at a standard rate of 5%. Registration is mandatory when taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 over the last 12 months or are expected to exceed it in the next 30 days, and voluntary from AED 187,500.

Once registered, returns are usually filed quarterly, and each return has its own filing and payment deadline.

Accounting records

Proper accounting records are not optional: they support your Corporate Tax and VAT returns and must be kept for at least seven years. Without reliable books, it is very hard to apply exemptions or defend your position if the tax authority asks.

Well-kept books are also what lets you see how your business is really doing.

Rocío Falagán, founder of Evolve Tax

Reviewed by Rocío Falagán

Founder of Evolve Tax. Nearly a decade in tax advisory across consulting and law firms in Spain and Dubai.

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This page offers general information and does not replace personalised advice for your case.

Common mistakes

Mistakes we see often.

Not registering for Corporate Tax

Registration is required even if you expect to pay nothing, and registering late carries penalties.

Leaving the books until year end

Rebuilding a whole year of accounting in a rush leads to errors and makes exemptions harder to apply.

Mixing personal and business expenses

It complicates the accounts and weakens your position if the tax authority reviews them.

Missing VAT deadlines

Filing or paying late generates penalties that add up quickly.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Does a free zone company have to file Corporate Tax?

Yes. Free zone companies must register and file an annual Corporate Tax return, even if part or all of their income is taxed at 0%.

When do I have to register for VAT in the UAE?

When your taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 over the last 12 months, or are expected to within the next 30 days. Below that, you can register voluntarily from AED 187,500.

Can you take over if my accounts are behind?

Yes. We start by reviewing the situation, catch up on what’s pending and put the company back on track.

Do you also handle obligations in Spain?

Yes. If your situation has obligations in Spain, we coordinate them so that what you declare in both countries is consistent.

What do I need to send you each month?

Mainly invoices issued and received, bank statements and any relevant contracts. We give you a simple checklist when you start.

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Blog

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Initial diagnosis

Start with a diagnosis.

Before designing anything, we need to understand your case. In a one-hour call you tell us your situation and we review it together: what you have, what risks there are and which options make sense for you.

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  • You tell us about your personal and business situation
  • We review it together: risks, options and priorities
  • You leave knowing your next steps

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