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Corporate Tax Services in UAE & Dubai 2026 — FTA-Approved CT Registration, Filing & Planning

UAE corporate tax is in full effect at 9%. As an FTA-approved corporate tax consultant in Dubai, Essence handles your CT registration, annual return filing, transfer pricing, and audit defence — so your business stays 100% compliant with zero penalties.

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9%UAE Corporate Tax Rate
10+Years UAE Tax Experience

Quick Answer: UAE corporate tax of 9% applies to taxable income above AED 375,000 for financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. Every UAE mainland and free zone company must register with the FTA (failure = AED 10,000 penalty), file an annual CT return, and maintain compliant financial records. Essence Accounting & Tax Consultancy — an FTA-approved tax agent (TAN 30006266) — provides end-to-end corporate tax services in Dubai and across the UAE: CT registration, return filing, tax planning, transfer pricing, and FTA audit representation, from AED 1,500.

Complete Corporate Tax Services for UAE & Dubai Businesses

From first-time CT registration to complex group structuring and audit defence — we cover every stage of your UAE corporate tax journey.

Corporate Tax Registration

We handle your end-to-end CT registration with the FTA — from gathering documents to submitting your application — ensuring timely approval and zero penalties for late registration.

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Corporate Tax Return Filing

Accurate, deadline-driven CT return preparation and filing for all UAE mainland and free zone entities. We reconcile financials, apply eligible deductions, and submit within statutory deadlines.

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Tax Planning & Optimisation

Strategic structuring advice to minimise your effective tax rate within the law — covering free zone QFZP status, small business relief, and allowable deduction planning for your specific business model.

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Transfer Pricing Advisory

We prepare transfer pricing documentation, master file and local file reports, and arm's-length benchmarking studies to keep your inter-company transactions fully compliant with FTA requirements.

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FTA Tax Audit Support

Experienced representation during FTA audits and assessments. We manage correspondence, prepare responses, and negotiate on your behalf to achieve the best possible outcome and minimise penalties.

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Tax Group & Restructuring

Guidance on forming UAE tax groups, consolidation benefits, and corporate restructuring exemptions. We help holding companies and multi-entity groups unlock significant tax efficiencies under the CT law.

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Why Choose Essence as Your Corporate Tax Consultant in UAE?

FTA-accredited, locally experienced, and fully dedicated to UAE corporate tax — here's what sets us apart.

FTA Accredited

Officially recognised by the Federal Tax Authority as an approved tax agency in the UAE.

10+ Years Experience

Over a decade of UAE tax and business setup expertise across mainland and free zones.

Dedicated Tax Manager

A single point of contact who knows your business — no call centres, no hand-offs.

100% Compliant Filing

We stay current with every FTA update so your filings are always accurate and on time.

How Our Corporate Tax Consultants in Dubai Handle Your CT — 4 Simple Steps

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Free CT Assessment

We review your business structure, revenue, and obligations to map your exact CT exposure.

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Registration & Setup

We handle FTA registration, open your EmaraTax account, and configure your tax profile.

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Preparation & Filing

Our team prepares your return, applies all eligible deductions, and files before the deadline.

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Ongoing Support

Year-round advisory, planning reviews, and audit defence so you're never caught off guard.

Corporate Tax Services UAE — Common Questions

Everything businesses in Dubai and UAE ask us about corporate tax registration, filing, and compliance.

UAE corporate tax is set at 9% on taxable income above AED 375,000. Taxable income up to AED 375,000 is taxed at 0%, providing relief for small businesses. Qualifying Free Zone Persons (QFZP) may benefit from a 0% rate on qualifying income if they meet specific substance and activity requirements under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022.

All UAE-incorporated or resident legal entities — mainland LLCs, free zone companies, and foreign companies with a UAE permanent establishment — must register for corporate tax with the FTA. Even businesses that qualify for small business relief or the free zone 0% rate must register. Failure to register before the FTA deadline results in an AED 10,000 penalty.

At Essence, corporate tax services start from AED 1,500 depending on the scope — CT registration, return filing, tax planning, or a full annual package. We offer a free initial CT assessment to understand your obligations before quoting. Call +971 56 583 4586 or submit an enquiry to get a fixed-fee quote.

UAE corporate tax returns must be filed within 9 months from the end of the taxable period. For most companies with a 31 December year-end, the deadline is 30 September of the following year. Late filing carries penalties of AED 500–2,000 per month. Our team tracks all client deadlines proactively so you never miss a filing.

Free zone companies must register for corporate tax regardless of their activities. However, Qualifying Free Zone Persons (QFZP) can benefit from a 0% rate on qualifying income if they maintain adequate substance in the free zone, do not conduct business with UAE mainland persons, and comply with transfer pricing rules. Non-qualifying income is taxed at 9%. Our consultants assess your QFZP eligibility as part of the free CT assessment.

For UAE corporate tax return filing you typically need: audited or reviewed financial statements, trial balance, details of related-party transactions (for transfer pricing disclosure), trade licence, TRN/CT TRN, and bank statements. Our team provides a detailed document checklist after the free assessment and manages the entire process on your behalf.

Yes. Essence Accounting and Bookkeeping Co. L.L.C is an FTA-accredited tax agency (TAN 30006266) authorised to represent clients before the Federal Tax Authority for corporate tax, VAT, and excise tax matters. As a registered tax agent, we can file returns, manage correspondence, and appear in FTA audits on your behalf.

Get a Free Corporate Tax Assessment — Dubai & UAE

Our FTA-accredited corporate tax consultants will review your CT obligations, identify planning opportunities, and keep you fully compliant — at no initial cost.

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