Corporate Tax Filing & Registration
UAE Corporate Tax Registration, Filing & Compliance for UAE Businesses.
UAE Corporate Tax took effect in June 2023. Every UAE business entity is required to register — regardless of whether tax is owed. Non-registration is a penalty offence. Missing the filing deadline carries monthly fines until corrected. At DM Consultancy, we handle registration, annual filing, deduction review, and ongoing compliance so your Corporate Tax obligations are managed correctly from the start
Why Clients Choose Us
What Most UAE Businesses Get Wrong About Corporate Tax.
Registration is mandatory for everyone
Corporate Tax registration applies to all UAE entities — including those with income below the AED 375,000 taxable income threshold. Below-threshold businesses are exempt from paying tax, but registration is still a legal obligation. Many businesses are unaware of this distinction and have not yet registered.
Learn howCalculating taxable income requires care
What counts as taxable income, which expenses are deductible, how freezone qualifying income is treated, and how the Small Business Relief threshold applies — these are not straightforward questions. Errors in either direction — overclaiming or underclaiming — create an FTA exposure. We review your position before filing.
See pricingThe filing deadline is fixed and the penalty structure escalates
Corporate Tax returns are due 9 months after the end of your financial year. For calendar-year businesses, that is 30 September. Missing this deadline triggers a monthly penalty that increases over time. We manage your CT calendar so the deadline is never at risk.
See timelineThe Problem
Corporate Tax Is New & Costly to Get Wrong
It came in June 2023 — and most UAE businesses are still not fully compliant.
Pain 01
AED 10,000 Penalty
Corporate Tax Is New & Confusing
It came in June 2023 — and the rules aren't obvious. Register late and face a AED 10,000 penalty. File incorrectly and it costs you AED 500–1,000 every month until corrected.
Pain 02
Wrong Calculation Risk
Calculating Tax Liability Is Complex
What income is taxable? What can you deduct? Most first-timers get it wrong — overclaiming deductions or missing exemptions. Either way, it costs you money or triggers an FTA audit.
Pain 03
AED 500–1,000/Month Fine
The 9-Month Deadline Sneaks Up
Miss the 9-month filing deadline and it's AED 500/month for 12 months, then AED 1,000/month after that — until you file. Businesses that ignore it end up paying thousands before they act.
Why DM for Corporate Tax?
How DM Consultancy Manages
Your Corporate Tax.
.
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5–7 Days
Reason 01 — Speed
We know your business structure
If DM Consultancy set up your company, we already understand your activity, ownership, and jurisdiction — including whether you may qualify for freezone qualifying income treatment. CT registration and initial position assessment require significantly less time for existing clients.
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Zero Penalties
Reason 02 — Reliability
Your filing calendar is managed
Registration deadlines, annual return deadlines, and any FTA correspondence are tracked and handled as part of the service. You do not need to remember dates or manage FTA communications. We file before the deadline, every year.
3
AED 15K–35K Saved
Reason 03 — Tax Planning
Deductions and exemptions are reviewed properly
Eligible deductions — salaries, rent, utilities, depreciation, training costs — are identified and documented for every return. We also assess your position against Small Business Relief criteria and freezone qualifying income conditions where relevant.
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24/7 WhatsApp
Reason 04 — Accountability
Direct Accountability
You work with Manish directly. Corporate Tax queries are answered the same day. FTA correspondence is handled by us. You are not left to interpret FTA notices alone.
Corporate Tax Plans
Corporate Tax Packages.
Fixed Annual Pricing.
Both packages include registration. Everything is scoped before you commit. What we quote is what you pay.
Most Common
SME / Startup Package
SME Plan
AED
6,500
/year
For UAE businesses with straightforward Corporate Tax obligations — single entity, standard activity, below the AED 375,000 taxable income threshold or with straightforward above-threshold income. Covers registration, annual CT return filing, deduction review, year-round compliance monitoring, and FTA deadline management.
Registration (one-time)
AED 1,500
Annual filing & management
AED 5,000/yr
What's included
- Corporate Tax registration with FTA
- Annual Corporate Tax return filing
- Deduction optimization
- Year-round compliance monitoring
- Deadline reminders & FTA updates
Growth & Complex
Growth / Complex Package
Growth Plan
AED
12,000
/year
For businesses with more complex positions — multiple entities, freezone qualifying income assessment, transfer pricing documentation requirements, or FTA audit exposure. Includes everything in the SME plan plus quarterly planning sessions, transfer pricing documentation, FTA audit support, and advanced deduction strategy.
Registration (one-time)
AED 2,500
Annual management fee
AED 9,500/yr
Everything in SME, plus
- Quarterly tax planning sessions
- Transfer pricing documentation
- FTA audit support & representation
- 24/7 WhatsApp support
- Advanced deduction & exemption strategy
Side by Side
How We Compare to Every Alternative
See exactly why DM Consultancy is the clear choice for Corporate Tax.
| Criteria | ★ Best Choice DM Consultancy | DIY | Other Firms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Speed | 7–10 Days | 2–3 Weeks | 10–14 Days |
| Registration Price | AED 1,500 (inc) | Free (risky) | AED 1,500–2,500 |
| Annual Filing Cost | AED 5,000–9,500 | Free (risky) | AED 6,000–10,000 |
| Setup Client Bonus | 50% Faster | N/A | From scratch |
| Tax Savings Focus | Yes (AED 15–35K) | No | Limited |
| Audit Support | Included (complex) | Your responsibility | Extra cost |
| Late Filing Risk | Zero | High | Medium |
Registration Speed
DM
DIY
Other Firms
7–10 Days
2–3 Weeks
10–14 Days
Registration Price
DM
DIY
Other Firms
AED 1,500
Free (risky)
AED 1.5–2.5K
Annual Filing Cost
DM
DIY
Other Firms
AED 5–9.5K
Free (risky)
AED 6–10K
Setup Client Bonus
DM
DIY
Other Firms
50% Faster
N/A
From scratch
Tax Savings Focus
DM
DIY
Other Firms
AED 15–35K
No
Limited
Audit Support
DM
DIY
Other Firms
Included
Your risk
Extra cost
Late Filing Risk
DM
DIY
Other Firms
Zero
High
Medium
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about UAE Corporate Tax registration, filing, and compliance.
Yes. Every UAE entity is required to register for Corporate Tax — including sole establishments, LLCs, freezone companies, and branches. Registration is mandatory regardless of whether your income is above or below the AED 375,000 taxable income threshold. Non-registration is a penalty offence. We handle registration for all new setups and for existing businesses that have not yet registered.
Registration through the EMARATAX portal typically takes 10–14 working days. For existing DM Consultancy clients, the process is faster because we already hold your company information. We initiate registration as part of every new company setup and for existing clients on request
Your CT return is due 9 months after the end of your financial year. For businesses on a calendar year (January to December), the filing deadline is 30 September. We manage your filing calendar so this deadline is tracked well in advance — not approached under pressure.
The FTA imposes a monthly administrative penalty for late filing. The penalty escalates after 12 months. In addition, any unpaid tax carries interest charges. We manage your CT calendar specifically to prevent this situation from arisin
Yes. Salaries, rent, utilities, depreciation, training costs, and other qualifying business expenses are deductible against taxable income. Personal expenses are not deductible. We review your expense profile against UAE CT deduction rules as part of every annual return.
Not sure where your Corporate Tax position stands?
A short conversation is enough to confirm your registration status, clarify your filing obligations, and identify any outstanding compliance gaps. No obligation, no charge for the assessment.
✦ Zero compliance penalties on our record
✦ What we quote is what you pay
✦ You work with Manish directly
Contact Details:
✓Call Us: +971 58 556 2152
✓Email Us: info@dm-uae.com