February 2026 - Creative Tax & Accounting

26 Feb 26

Changes to Claiming Credit Tax Refunds from January 2026

Changes to Tax Credit & Refund Claims in the UAE from January 2026 To enhance the tax and administrative regulatory system, the UAE announced the issuance of Federal Decree Law Nos. 16 and 17 of 2025. There are several key changes applicable to this set of laws; however, we will…

17 Feb 26

VAT Registration Thresholds in the UAE Explained Simply

Value-added tax (VAT) became applicable in the UAE on 1st January 2018. The standard rate is 5% for most taxable supplies; however, there are also zero-rated and exempt supplies. Businesses must register for VAT. However, this is dependent on the business’s turnover, as given in the form of VAT registration…

13 Feb 26

Amendments to UAE Corporate and Business Law 2026

Key Amendments to UAE Corporate & Business Law Effective 2026 The New Year brings new resolutions, along with new rules and regulations. In the business world, it is essential to track changes in relevant laws to ensure continued compliance. However, this needs continuous attention, not just at the year-end, as…

11 Feb 26

Corporate Tax Rates 0% vs 9% in the UAE Explained Clearly

The UAE is always famous for its attractive business policies and is often called a tax-free haven. The region is now not tax-free; however, it is tremendously attractive with lower tax rates compared to other developed economies of the world. Many businesses fall into the 0% corporate tax rate category;…

04 Feb 26

Ramadan Business Operations in the UAE Tax & Accounting

Ramadan is a month of reflection and peace. However, religious or cultural obligations must not hinder or compromise professional responsibilities. In the UAE, during the month of Ramadan, working hours are reduced, and hence, every business must follow the specified timings. Therefore, business functions, specifically the accounting and tax departments,…

03 Feb 26

What Tax Records UAE Businesses Are Expected to Maintain

Tax compliance is not simply filing tax returns and paying the tax liability. However, it is more than that. One of the prime tax responsibilities includes maintaining UAE tax records or documentation. Therefore, businesses must strive to put in place systems and procedures built into the organization that keep and…

02 Feb 26

Why Accounting Accuracy Helps Avoid Regulatory Penalties

The role of accounting is sometimes merely taken as the medium to calculate the profit and loss of a business. However, it is more than that. The financial records of a business must be accurate in ways that are in compliance with the relevant standards, laws, and regulations. In addition…

Month: February 2026