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Corporate Tax Consultants Dubai - Expert Consulting Services for Businesses UAE
Navigating the UAE's corporate tax landscape can be complex - but it doesn't have to be. At Takween Advisory, our expert corporate tax consultants in Dubai help businesses of all sizes stay fully compliant with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), minimize tax liabilities, and build smart, sustainable tax strategies for long-term growth.
Whether you are a startup, an SME, a free zone entity, or a multinational company operating in the UAE, our team of certified corporate tax advisors provides end-to-end support - from registration to return filing and beyond.
80,000+ businesses launched since 2009
60+ free zones and mainland options
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Which corporate tax service do you need?
We cover the full corporate tax lifecycle, from FTA registration to audit defense.
What is UAE Corporate Tax?
The UAE introduced its federal corporate tax regime through Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022, which came into effect for financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. This landmark legislation marked a fundamental shift in the UAE's business environment, aligning the country with international tax standards while maintaining its position as one of the most competitive business destinations in the world.
For a detailed breakdown of how the UAE corporate tax regime works and what it means for your business, read our comprehensive corporate tax consultants Dubai guide.
Under the UAE Corporate Tax Law:
• Businesses with net taxable profits up to AED 375,000 are taxed at 0%
• Businesses with net taxable profits above AED 375,000 are taxed at 9%
• Multinationals meeting the OECD Pillar Two criteria (global revenues exceeding AED 3.15 billion) are subject to a 15% rate
• Certain exempt entities include qualifying free zone persons, government entities, and extractive businesses
Understanding how these rules apply to your specific business is not straightforward. That is where Takween Advisory's corporate tax consultants in Dubai come in.
TESTIMONIALS
What Clients Say About Takween Advisory
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Mariam A.
SME Owner
“Their team made the compliance side simple. We always knew what was next, what was required, and how to stay on schedule.”
James T.
Consultancy Director
“Takween handled our setup with speed and precision. The communication was consistent, and every step felt organized and well managed.”
Leila R.
International Investor
“What stood out was the practical guidance. They did not just explain options, they recommended the structure that actually fit our goals.”
Ana Maria C.
Business Owner
“Takween made the setup process feel structured from day one. Every document, approval, and next step was handled with clarity.”
Luka P.
Founder
“What I valued most was how fast the team moved. They helped us avoid delays and kept the launch timeline under control.”
Mark D.
Managing Partner
“Their advice was practical, not generic. We got a setup route that fit our goals and the execution was smooth throughout.”
Mila S.
Operations Lead
“The communication was consistent and precise. We always knew what was pending, what was approved, and what came next.”
Peter N.
International Consultant
“Takween handled the process with confidence and speed. It saved us time internally and gave us much more certainty.”
Sofia A.
Investor
“They explained the tradeoffs clearly and helped us choose the right structure without wasting time on the wrong options.”
Nadia R.
E-commerce Founder
“The process felt organized from start to finish. Takween helped us launch quickly while keeping the compliance side under control.”
Karim S.
SME Director
“We came in with a lot of uncertainty and left with a clear plan. The team was responsive, practical, and easy to work with.”
An adviser in your corner
What working with our consultants gives you
A single accountable adviser
Every corporate tax matter — from your first assessment through filing and any later query — runs through one team that already knows your structure, instead of being handed between disconnected providers.
Authority to represent you
Because our tax professionals are registered to act before the FTA, we can correspond and stand in for you directly rather than coaching you to face the authority alone.
Exposure assessment up front
Before any advice is given, we read your structure, accounts, and activities to gauge where your real tax risk sits and what needs attention first.
Transfer-pricing depth
Intercompany dealings are reviewed against arm's-length expectations and supported with the documentation the authority looks for in connected-party reviews.
Sector-fitted advice
Guidance is shaped to your industry and footprint — a trading firm, a tech startup, and a holding company each get reasoning built around their own facts.
Dispute and objection support
If an assessment is challenged or an audit opens, we prepare the response and carry the objection so you are not negotiating with the authority unaided.
Judgement on your facts
How an advisory engagement unfolds
Consulting is judgement applied to your specific facts, so the engagement begins by understanding your business deeply before any recommendation is made.
01
Discovery and scoping
We learn how your business is structured, where revenue arises, and which entities are in scope, so advice rests on your actual position rather than assumptions.
02
Risk and opportunity review
Your exposures and the reliefs you may qualify for are mapped together, giving a clear picture of where to protect and where to improve.
03
Recommendation and roadmap
We set out the actions that matter, in priority order, with the reasoning behind each so you can decide with full visibility.
04
Execution support
Registration, accounting alignment, and filing are carried out under our direction, with the FTA contact handled on your behalf.
05
Authority liaison
Queries, clarifications, and information requests are fielded by a registered agent who can speak to the authority in your place.
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Continuity and review
As your business changes, the advice is revisited so the strategy keeps pace rather than ossifying after the first engagement.
What we read first
What we review to advise you well
Corporate structure overview
An entity and ownership map lets us see the whole picture — where each company sits and how they relate — before forming a view.
Financial statements and management accounts
Your numbers, prepared to accepted standards, are the evidence our analysis and any computation are built upon.
Trade licences and activity scope
Licences and recorded activities tell us what each entity is permitted to do and how it should be classified for tax.
Intercompany agreements
Contracts and pricing between related entities are examined to confirm they meet arm's-length expectations and are properly papered.
Prior submissions and assessments
Earlier filings and any authority assessments give the history we advise against and the basis for defending a contested position.
Strategic objectives
Your growth, restructuring, or expansion plans frame the advice, so guidance serves where the business is going, not only where it is.
Pace, fees & scope
Engagement pace, fees, and what shapes the work
How an engagement is paced
An initial assessment and roadmap come quickly, while execution tracks the statutory clock — including the return that falls due within nine months of the tax period's end.
- Assessment and roadmap
- Execution against deadlines
- Ongoing advisory review
What a fixed fee reflects
Pricing is set up front against the complexity of your structure and the breadth of support you need, so the cost of advice is known before the work begins.
- Number of entities in scope
- Depth of transfer-pricing work
- Whether audit defence is included
What the wrong call really costs
The penalties an adviser helps you avoid — beginning with the AED 10,000 first-offence registration fine — typically dwarf the fee, which is why representation pays for itself when scrutiny arrives.
- Avoidable registration and filing fines
- Reassessment after an audit
- Cost of contesting an assessment
Our deepest expertise
Where our advisory expertise runs deepest
Restructuring and transaction advice
We weigh the tax consequences of mergers, acquisitions, and reorganisations before you commit, so the deal structure works for tax as well as for business.
Transfer-pricing defence
Benchmarking and master-and-local-file documentation are prepared so related-party pricing withstands the scrutiny it most often attracts.
Audit representation
From pre-audit health checks to standing before the authority during proceedings, we carry the technical conversation so you do not have to.
Relief and exemption strategy
We test your eligibility for the reliefs and exemptions available and advise when claiming them genuinely serves your position.
Our Corporate Tax Consulting Services in Dubai
At Takween Advisory, we offer a comprehensive suite of corporate tax services tailored to the unique needs of businesses operating in the UAE.
1. Corporate Tax Assessment & Readiness
Before anything else, we conduct a thorough review of your business structure, financial statements, and current operations to assess your corporate tax exposure. Our consultants identify:
- Your tax residency status in the UAE
- Whether you qualify for small business relief or free zone exemptions
- Potential taxable income adjustments
- Areas of tax risk that require immediate attention
This assessment forms the foundation of a robust corporate tax strategy designed specifically for your business.
2. Corporate Tax Registration
All businesses subject to UAE Corporate Tax are required to register with the FTA and obtain a Tax Registration Number (TRN). Our team handles the entire registration process on your behalf, ensuring:
- Accurate and timely submission of registration applications
- Correct classification of entity type (resident, non-resident, free zone person)
- Coordination with the FTA for any follow-up requirements
- Deregistration services when applicable
Missing registration deadlines can result in administrative penalties. Let our experts ensure your business is registered correctly from day one.
3. Corporate Tax Return Filing
Filing your corporate tax return accurately and on time is a critical compliance obligation. Takween Advisory's corporate tax consultants in Dubai prepare and submit your tax returns with precision, covering:
- Computation of taxable income based on audited financial statements
- Identification and application of all eligible deductions and reliefs
- Adjustment of book profits to taxable profits per UAE Corporate Tax Law
- Reconciliation of related-party transactions in line with arm's length principles
- Timely submission through the EmaraTax portal
We ensure your returns are complete, accurate, and filed well before the FTA deadline.
4. Corporate Tax Planning & Optimization
Compliance is just the beginning. Our corporate tax advisors go further by helping you structure your business affairs in a tax-efficient manner - fully within the bounds of UAE law.
Our tax planning services include:
- Structuring business transactions to maximize allowable deductions
- Advising on group tax relief and tax loss utilization
- Evaluating the tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring
- Free zone optimization - understanding qualifying income rules and compliance requirements
- Small Business Relief eligibility assessment for businesses with revenues under AED 3 million
- Transfer pricing strategy and documentation
Proactive tax planning can make a significant difference to your bottom line. Our goal is to ensure you never pay more tax than you legally owe.
5. Transfer Pricing Advisory
Transfer pricing is one of the most scrutinized areas under UAE Corporate Tax Law. Businesses that engage in related-party transactions must ensure those transactions are conducted at arm's length and are properly documented.
Takween Advisory's transfer pricing services include:
- Transfer pricing policy design and documentation
- Benchmarking studies to support arm's length pricing
- Master File and Local File preparation
- Advice on Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) obligations
- FTA audit support for transfer pricing reviews
Inadequate transfer pricing documentation is a significant risk area. Our specialists ensure your intercompany transactions withstand FTA scrutiny.
6. FTA Audit Support & Tax Dispute Resolution
An FTA tax audit can be stressful, disruptive, and costly if you are not prepared. Our team provides full support throughout the audit process, from preparation to resolution.
Our audit support services cover:
- Pre-audit health checks and documentation review
- Preparation of responses to FTA queries and information requests
- Representation before the FTA during audit proceedings
- Dispute resolution and objection filing if assessments are challenged
- Post-audit compliance improvements to prevent future issues
7. Corporate Tax Accounting & Financial Reporting
Your financial statements are the foundation of your corporate tax return. Our accounting specialists ensure your books are maintained in accordance with IFRS standards and are fully aligned with UAE Corporate Tax requirements.
Services include:
- Preparation and review of financial statements
- Tax provision calculations for interim and year-end reporting
- Deferred tax accounting under IFRS
- Chart of accounts structuring for optimal tax reporting
- Accounting for related-party and group transactions
8. Corporate Tax Compliance for Free Zone Entities
Free zone companies in Dubai have long enjoyed significant tax incentives. Under the new corporate tax regime, Qualifying Free Zone Persons (QFZPs) can continue to benefit from a 0% corporate tax rate on qualifying income, provided they meet strict conditions.
Takween Advisory helps free zone businesses:
- Determine whether they qualify as a QFZP
- Understand what constitutes qualifying income vs. non-qualifying income
- Maintain adequate substance requirements within the free zone
- Ensure compliance with de minimis thresholds for non-qualifying revenue
- Navigate the transition from legacy free zone tax holidays to the new framework
Non-compliance with QFZP conditions can result in losing the 0% benefit for the entire tax period - an expensive mistake that our experts help you avoid.
Why Businesses in Dubai Choose Takween Advisory
Dubai is home to hundreds of tax consulting firms. Here is what sets Takween Advisory apart:
Deep Local Expertise
Our corporate tax consultants have extensive experience with UAE Federal Tax Authority regulations, FTA portals, and the specific business environments across Dubai's free zones and mainland areas. We understand the nuances of how UAE corporate tax law applies in practice - not just in theory.
FTA-Registered Tax Agents
Takween Advisory operates with fully registered and qualified tax professionals who are authorized to represent clients before the FTA. When the FTA comes knocking, you have a certified expert in your corner.
Tailored Solutions for Every Business
We do not believe in one-size-fits-all advice. Whether you run a small trading company in Deira, a tech startup in Dubai Internet City, or a regional holding company in DIFC, our team builds a tax strategy around your specific structure, industry, and objectives.
Transparent, Fixed-Fee Pricing
We provide clear, upfront pricing for all our corporate tax services. No hidden fees. No billing surprises. Just straightforward professional advice at fair, competitive rates.
End-to-End Support
From initial setup and corporate tax registration to ongoing compliance and audit defense, Takween Advisory is your single point of contact for all corporate tax matters in Dubai. You deal with one expert team - not multiple disconnected advisors.
Who Needs Corporate Tax Consultants in Dubai?
Corporate tax compliance is not just a concern for large multinationals. Under the UAE Corporate Tax Law, the following businesses are generally required to register and comply:
- Mainland UAE companies (LLCs, sole establishments, civil companies)
- Free zone entities - including those claiming QFZP status
- Foreign companies with a permanent establishment in the UAE
- Non-resident businesses earning UAE-sourced income
- Holding companies and group entities with complex intercompany arrangements
- Professional service firms (consultancies, law firms, engineering firms)
- E-commerce businesses operating in or through the UAE
If your business generates revenue in the UAE, you almost certainly have a corporate tax obligation. Ignoring it carries the risk of penalties, back taxes, and reputational damage.
Still unsure whether your business needs professional tax support? Read our detailed article on why hire a corporate tax consultant in Dubai to understand the risks of going it alone.
UAE Corporate Tax: Key Deadlines to Know
Staying on top of FTA deadlines is essential. Missing key dates triggers automatic administrative penalties.
| Obligation | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Corporate Tax Registration | Within 3 months of your financial year-end (for most entities) |
| Tax Return Filing | Within 9 months of the end of the relevant tax period |
| Tax Payment | By the tax return filing deadline |
| Transfer Pricing Disclosure | Submitted with the tax return |
| Deregistration Application | Within 3 months of ceasing to be a taxable person |
Corporate Tax Penalties in the UAE
The FTA imposes strict administrative penalties for non-compliance. These include:
- AED 10,000 for failure to register for corporate tax on time (first offense)
- AED 20,000 for repeat failure to register
- AED 500 per month for failure to maintain proper financial records (rising to AED 1,000 per month for repeat violations)
- Penalties of up to 300% of unpaid taxes for tax evasion
- Additional penalties for late filing, incorrect returns, and failure to cooperate with FTA audits
The cost of non-compliance far exceeds the cost of working with a qualified corporate tax consultant. Takween Advisory helps you stay penalty-free.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
All juridical persons incorporated in the UAE (mainland and free zones), as well as foreign entities with a permanent establishment in the UAE, are subject to corporate tax. Natural persons conducting business activities generating revenues above AED 1 million annually are also subject to corporate tax.
Corporate tax applies to financial years beginning on or after 1 June 2023. For a company with a financial year running from January to December, corporate tax first applies for the year beginning 1 January 2024.
Qualifying Free Zone Persons can benefit from a 0% corporate tax rate on their qualifying income, provided they meet all required conditions including adequate substance, compliance with regulatory requirements, and the de minimis threshold for non-qualifying revenue. Takween Advisory can assess your eligibility.
Businesses with revenues not exceeding AED 3 million per tax period can elect to be treated as having no taxable income for that period, simplifying compliance significantly. This relief is available for tax periods ending on or before 31 December 2026.
Registration through the EmaraTax portal typically takes between a few days to a few weeks, depending on the completeness of documentation and FTA processing times. Our team ensures your application is complete and accurate to avoid delays.
While an audit is not mandatory for all entities, your corporate tax return must be based on financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting standards accepted in the UAE (generally IFRS). Certain entities with revenues above AED 50 million are required to maintain audited financial statements.
The UAE Corporate Tax Law requires that transactions between related parties and connected persons be conducted at arm's length - meaning on terms that would apply between independent parties. Businesses with significant related-party transactions are required to maintain transfer pricing documentation.
Put a registered adviser in your corner
Share your structure and objectives with Takween Advisory, and you will get one accountable team that assesses your exposure, executes the work, and represents you before the authority when it counts.