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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…

28 Jan 26

Importance of Internal Controls for Growing Businesses

Why Internal Controls Are Critical for Growing UAE Businesses The presence of internal controls is the backbone of a compliant and organized business anywhere in the world. Therefore, a lack of controls truly reflects weaknesses not just in the systems and procedures, but also in how risky a business is…

21 Jan 26

Fraud Detection & Prevention for the UAE Entities

Fraud Detection & Prevention Strategies for UAE Businesses The existence of fraud in an organization may pose an existential risk, affecting small to large businesses. It is much like a contagious disease that impacts the whole entity. Therefore, it is necessary to detect and prevent fraud and errors. Frauds not…

02 Jan 26

How Compliance Failures Turn Into Business Risks in the UAE

We often hear, “Is your business tax compliant?” The answer usually strikes the imposition of penalties in our minds. However, especially in the UAE, the regulatory strictness is quite high with hefty structured penalties; it is not simply the penalties that matter. A business might be able to pay penalties…

01 Jan 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,…

24 Dec 25

Changes in Key Tax Rules from January 2026 in the UAE

As we approach the year-end, it is essential to look ahead and prepare for the upcoming year. The UAE is famous for its attractive and transparent business environment. Therefore, there are a series of updates in the tax laws that improve the balance between the taxpayer and the authority. There…

10 Dec 25

5 Accounting Mistakes SMEs Must Avoid

For a small or new business, some challenges go beyond operations. From compliance matters to accounting and record keeping, SMEs must prepare themselves for the changing business and regulatory environment. However, committing errors, whether knowingly or unknowingly, will result in non-compliance, cash shortages, poor decision-making, and so on. Therefore, it…

06 Dec 24

The Cost of Corporate Tax Compliance in the UAE

Every day, in the business world, we hear that enterprises must comply with the relevant laws of the jurisdiction. However, one must grasp the fact that it comes with a price. Similarly, tax compliance is as important as any other business responsibility. In the UAE, corporate tax is liable now…

19 Apr 24

The Role of Tax Consultants for UAE Businesses

The role of tax consultants is important for every business nowadays. In this blog we give key insight for UAE businesses.

29 Mar 24

Audit Requirements in the UAE

This blog discusses audit requirements in the UAE in the light of corporate tax law and other relevant laws and regulations.