CORPORATE TAX
FILING IN UAE

The deadline to file your Corporate Tax return and settle any payable tax is exactly 9 months following the end of your financial year. For example, if your company’s financial year runs from January 1st to December 31st, your filing and payment deadline will be September 30th of the following year.

To ensure accurate filing, you will typically need your company’s Trade License, Tax Registration Number (TRN), and final financial statements (audited or management accounts). You should also have your trial balance, details of any related-party transactions, and documentation supporting any tax reliefs or exemptions claimed (like Small Business Relief or Qualifying Free Zone status).

Missing the deadline triggers automatic administrative penalties from the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), even if you are filing a nil return (owing zero tax). Late filing penalties start at AED 500 for every month your return is delayed during the first 12 months, escalating to AED 1,000 per month thereafter. Additionally, any actual tax amounts left unpaid past the deadline will attract a late-payment penalty calculated at 14% per annum.

The cost of professional tax filing services varies depending on the complexity and size of your business. Factors that influence the price include your annual transaction volume, whether your books are already in order, the need for financial auditing, and the structure of your business (e.g., mainland vs. free zone). Our Prices Start at AED 500, Contact us to know more.

Axis provides end-to-end Corporate Tax solutions designed to keep your business fully compliant with FTA regulations while minimizing your administrative burden. Our services include initial tax registration, evaluating your eligibility for exemptions (like the 0% free zone rate or Small Business Relief), reconciling your VAT with corporate tax accounts, and preparing and submitting your final tax return accurately and on time.