Taxes in Dubai in 2026Taxes in Dubai in 2026 remain one of the most discussed topics among entrepreneurs, investors, and residents setting up a company or trying to understand the emirate's financial system. Dubai has long been known as a low-tax destination, and while that reputation still largely holds true, 2026 has brought a wave …
Author: Ahmed
Ahmed
Ahmed Khan is a UAE-based tax policy analyst who tracks Federal Tax Authority and Ministry of Finance announcements, Cabinet Decisions and treaty developments across the GCC.
FATCA and CRS Reporting in UAE 2026FATCA and CRS reporting in UAE has become one of the most closely watched compliance obligations for banks, investment entities, and other regulated businesses operating across the Emirates. As global tax transparency tightens and information-sharing networks expand, the UAE Ministry of Finance continues to enforce strict timelines and documentation …
Corporate Tax BillCorporate Tax Bill obligations are becoming a defining feature of running a business in the UAE, and September 2026 marks one of the most important deadlines many companies will face this year. For businesses whose financial year ended on 31 December 2025, the corporate tax return and the corresponding payment are due by …
Sole Establishment to LLC in UAESole Establishment to LLC in UAE is one of the most common structural questions facing entrepreneurs once their business moves past the early, informal stage. A Sole Establishment is often the fastest and cheapest way to start trading in the UAE, but as revenue grows, as clients start asking for …
UAE Tourist VAT Refund Scheme 2026UAE Tourist VAT Refund Scheme 2026 is one of the most rewarding initiatives the UAE government offers to international visitors, allowing them to reclaim the Value Added Tax they pay on eligible purchases during their stay. Whether you are shopping at Dubai's iconic malls, exploring Abu Dhabi's luxury boutiques, or …
UAE SME Tax ObligationsUAE SME Tax Obligations have become one of the most critical areas of compliance for small and medium enterprises seeking to grow through government contracting in 2026. As the UAE continues its ambitious economic diversification agenda under Vision 2031, government procurement has opened significant doors for SMEs across sectors ranging from IT …
UAE Excise Tax 2026 UAE Excise Tax 2026 marks one of the most significant overhauls to the country's indirect tax framework since excise duty was first introduced back in October 2017. With Cabinet Decision No. 197 of 2025 coming into force on 1 January 2026, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has fundamentally restructured how certain …
Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities UAE Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities UAE is a concept that has moved from the margins of financial reporting to the very centre of corporate tax compliance since the UAE introduced its federal corporate tax regime under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022. Before June 2023, deferred tax was largely …
FTA Penalty Reconsideration UAEFTA Penalty Reconsideration UAE is one of the most critical compliance actions a business can take when it believes a tax assessment or financial penalty issued by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) is inaccurate, disproportionate, or procedurally flawed. As the UAE continues to mature its tax framework in 2026, businesses are navigating …
UAE Corporate Tax September 2026 DeadlineThe UAE Corporate Tax September 2026 deadline is fast approaching, and for thousands of businesses across the Emirates, the pressure to file correctly is mounting. Since the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) introduced Corporate Tax under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022, businesses have been adapting to a new era …
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