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VAT registration
Assessment of whether you're required or eligible to register, then the registration itself.
Service
Compliance & tax.
VAT, corporate tax, ESR and UBO — kept clean, filed on time, and explained in language that doesn't require an accounting degree.
What actually applies to you
UAE compliance changed substantially with the introduction of corporate tax, and a lot of founders are still operating on advice that predates it. The obligations that typically apply to a young company are VAT registration and returns, corporate tax registration and filing, economic substance notifications where relevant, and ultimate beneficial owner filings.
Missing a deadline is the expensive part. The penalties are administrative and avoidable, which makes them the most annoying money you'll ever spend.
What we handle
The recurring obligations, tracked against a calendar you can see.
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VAT returns
Quarterly or monthly returns prepared, reconciled and filed before the deadline.
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Corporate tax
Registration, taxable income computation, small business relief assessment and annual filing.
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Bookkeeping
Monthly bookkeeping and management accounts so the tax position is never a year-end surprise.
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ESR & UBO
Economic substance notifications and ultimate beneficial owner filings, where they apply.
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Audit support
Statutory audit coordinated through partner firms, with the workpapers prepared in advance.
The compliance calendar
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| Obligation | Frequency | Typical deadline |
|---|---|---|
| VAT return | Quarterly (or monthly) | 28 days after period end |
| Corporate tax return | Annual | 9 months after financial year end |
| Corporate tax registration | One-off | Per FTA timeline for your licence |
| UBO filing | On incorporation & on change | Within statutory notice period |
| Licence renewal | Annual | Before licence expiry date |
Deadlines depend on your licence, financial year and registration status. We confirm your specific calendar at onboarding — and remind you before each one.
Compliance questions
When do I have to register for VAT?
Registration becomes mandatory once taxable supplies pass the statutory threshold over a twelve-month period, with voluntary registration available at a lower threshold. We assess your position rather than guessing — registering unnecessarily creates filing obligations you didn't need.
Does corporate tax apply to a small startup?
Corporate tax applies broadly, but there are reliefs — including small business relief — that can substantially change the position for early-stage companies. Whether you qualify depends on revenue and structure, and it's assessed annually.
What if I'm already late?
Tell us. Late filings are fixable and the penalties are usually smaller than the anxiety. What makes it worse is leaving it longer.
Do I need an audit?
It depends on your jurisdiction and licence type — many free zones require annual audited accounts, others don't. We'll tell you plainly which category you're in.