Year: 2025

The UAE Tax System Vs Global Tax Systems

The UAE Tax System vs. Global Tax Systems

One of the concerns for any business is taxation and compliance. Firms usually consider two factors in this regard. Firstly, the relevant tax rates in a jurisdiction, and secondly, the overall taxation system or framework. However, many other factors contribute towards a business’s decision to operate in or from a…
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VAT and Transfer Pricing Audits in the UAE

VAT and Transfer Pricing Audits in the UAE

Compliance isn’t just about filing your business taxes on time and keeping accurate records—it’s also about being prepared for tax scrutiny, including VAT and transfer pricing audits. In the UAE, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) oversees the collection, management, and enforcement of tax laws and regulations. This means your business…
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Corporate Tax & Family Foundations in the UAE

Corporate Tax & Family Foundations in the UAE

The term “family foundation,” within the context of corporate tax law, is not an entity type that is unequivocally recognisable in the UAE’s legal framework. A family foundation is a corporate tax concept, understood as an entity that families may use for the management and preservation of wealth across generations.…
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Penalty Waiver for Late Corporate Tax Registration

Penalty Waiver for Late Corporate Tax Registration

The UAE is always prominent for its business-friendly policies, and this is yet another pro-business decision. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced a penalty waiver for late Corporate Tax Registration. This, in turn, supports the UAE business sector and enhances mechanisms that enable taxpayers to meet their tax obligations…
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Ultimate Business Owner: All You Must Know

Ultimate Beneficial Owner: All That You Must Know

As opposed to a company’s mainstream public records, there are instances where a business may have another individual with significant control. To promote corporate transparency and ensure regulatory accountability, UAE legislation requires companies to identify and declare their true owners. In this blog, we provide a foundational understanding of the…
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