Insights & Regulatory Updates
Practical guidance on UAE tax, accounting, and compliance — written by our team of chartered accountants.
UAE VAT Law Amendments 2026: What Every Business Must Know
Federal Decree-Law No. 16 of 2025 introduces major changes to UAE VAT effective 1 January 2026 — including a five-year VAT refund deadline, removal of reverse-charge self-invoicing, and stricter anti-evasion rules. Here is what your business must do now.
UAE Corporate Tax: First Filing Season Complete — What We Learned
The UAE's first Corporate Tax filing deadline for calendar-year businesses passed on 30 September 2025. The FTA conducted 93,000 inspection visits in 2024 — a 135% increase. Here is what businesses must prepare for in 2026.
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UAE Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT) 2025: Impact on Multinationals
The UAE introduced a 15% Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax in 2025 for large multinational enterprises, aligning with the OECD Pillar Two global minimum tax framework. What it means for your UAE operations.
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IFRS Compliance for UAE Businesses: Updated 2025 Guide
Federal Law requires UAE companies to maintain IFRS-compliant books. With the Corporate Tax regime now active, IFRS compliance has never been more critical. This guide covers what your business needs to have in place.
Read ArticleFree Zone Corporate Tax: Are You Still Qualifying for the 0% Rate?
Free Zone companies can enjoy a 0% corporate tax rate — but only if they meet the FTA's Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) criteria. Many businesses are unknowingly losing their exemption status.
Read ArticleTransfer Pricing in the UAE: Documentation Requirements and Deadlines
UAE Corporate Tax law introduces mandatory Transfer Pricing rules for related-party transactions. Businesses must maintain benchmarking studies and TP documentation — or face significant penalties.
Read ArticleCompany Formation in the UAE 2025: Mainland vs Free Zone vs Offshore
Choosing the right structure for your UAE business affects your tax position, operational flexibility, and compliance obligations. This guide compares mainland, free zone, and offshore options under the current regulatory framework.
Read ArticleUAE VAT: 8 Common Compliance Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Since VAT was introduced in 2018, the FTA has significantly ramped up audits. These are the eight most common VAT errors we see — and the steps to fix them before an audit catches you.
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