FTA decisions, deadlines, and regulatory changes for UAE businesses — broken down without the jargon.
VARA is now a Corporate Tax competent authority, the CMA replaced the SCA, and CARF reporting is on the way.
Tax ResidencyA TRC unlocks treaty relief on foreign income, but qualifying takes more than a visa. Here's how the routes actually work.
Corporate TaxBusinesses under AED 3 million in revenue can elect 0% Corporate Tax — but it isn't automatic, and it closes after 31 December 2026.
Free Zone100% ownership and potential 0% tax come with an ongoing compliance calendar most founders only discover once something's overdue.
Urgent DeadlineBusinesses that registered late for Corporate Tax have until 31 July to file their first return and have the AED 10,000 penalty waived.
Corporate TaxA new audit requirement now applies to Qualifying Free Zone Persons distributing goods from Designated Zones.
ComplianceThe e-invoicing mandate begins its pilot phase this month, with an ASP appointment deadline for larger businesses.
Corporate TaxA free zone licence doesn't automatically mean 0% tax. Here's how the de minimis rule actually works.
Corporate TaxCan you pay yourself a salary and deduct it? Here's how arm's-length rules apply to owner remuneration.
Corporate TaxEvery taxable person must register, regardless of profit. Here's exactly when, and what triggers the deadline.
PenaltiesA clear breakdown of UAE VAT and Corporate Tax penalties, and how they compound over time.
Crypto & VARAVARA remains Dubai's primary crypto regulator, but 2026 brought a shift toward the CMA's federal framework.