Corporate Tax Registration Services

Registration for Corporate Tax in Dubai

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) introduced the federal corporate tax regime on June 1, 2023. The tax is applicable to businesses with taxable income exceeding AED 375,000. The corporate tax rate is 9%, with a number of exemptions and deductions available.

All businesses that are subject to corporate tax in the UAE must register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). The registration process is simple and straightforward, but it is important to ensure that all of the required information and documentation is submitted accurately and on time, which can be ensured by acquiring expert services from firms like CDA.

CDA's Corporate Tax Registration Services

In the UAE, CDA is a top audit, tax, and consultancy company. CDA has a team of experienced and qualified professionals who can help businesses with all aspects of corporate tax registration, including:

• Understanding the corporate tax regime in the UAE: CDA can help businesses understand the UAE's corporate tax regime and determine whether or not their business is subject to the tax.

• Completing the corporate tax registration form: CDA can help businesses complete the corporate tax registration form accurately and completely.

• Providing the required supporting documentation: CDA can help businesses gather and submit the required supporting documentation for corporate tax registration.

• Paying the corporate tax registration fee: CDA can help businesses pay the corporate tax registration fee on time.

• Obtaining a corporate tax registration number (CTRN): CDA can help businesses obtain a CTRN from the FTA.

In addition to the above services, CDA can also provide businesses with advice and guidance on the following corporate tax matters:

• Corporate tax exemptions and deductions
• Calculation of corporate tax liability
• Filing of corporate tax returns

How to Sign Up for UAE Corporation Tax Registration?

EmaraTax is the UAE's digital tax services platform that allows users to register for taxes, file tax returns, pay taxes, and request refunds. It is a significant advancement in the UAE's taxation system and represents a major step forward in the UAE's goal of becoming the leading digital authority in the tax sector.

• Log in to the EmaraTax platform and add a Taxable Person.
• Click Start in the Corporate Tax Registration Tab.
• Choose your Entity Type and enter your Identification Information.
• Add your Business Activities.
• Complete the "Add Owners" tab with the relevant information.
• Submit your contact information.
• Add an Authorized Signatory.
• Review and submit the application.
• Wait for the Confirmation Email.

Once your application is approved, you will receive a Corporate Tax Registration Number (CTRN). You can then use your CTRN to file your corporate tax returns and pay your taxes.

Documents Needed to Register for Corporate Tax in Dubai

Businesses in the UAE must register for corporate tax and keep financial and other records to support the information on their corporate tax return. These records must be submitted to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), even if the business is exempt from UAE corporate tax.

The following documents are required to register for corporate tax in the UAE:

• Copies of trade licenses (valid)
• Passport photocopies of the license owners/partners (valid)
• Emirates IDs of the license owners/partners (valid)
• Memorandum of Association 
• Contact information (mobile number and email)
• Company contact information (complete address and PO Box)
• Annual financial audit report

The registration process and tax payments are done online. Please note that additional documents may be required, depending on the specific circumstances of the business.

Who in the UAE is Required to Register for Corporation tax?

All businesses that are subject to corporate tax in the UAE must register with the FTA. This includes businesses that are:

• Resident in the UAE
• Incorporated in the UAE
• Conducting business in the UAE

CDA’s Help with Corporate Tax Registration

CDA is a leading audit and tax firm in the UAE. CDA has a team of experienced and qualified professionals who can help businesses with all aspects of corporate tax registration, including:

• Completing the corporate tax registration form
• Providing the required supporting documentation
• Paying the corporate tax registration fee
• Obtaining a CTRN

CDA can also provide businesses with advice and guidance on the following corporate tax matters:

• Whether or not their business is subject to corporate tax in the UAE
• The corporate tax exemptions and deductions that are available
• How to calculate their corporate tax liability
• How to file their corporate tax returns

Benefits of using CDA's Corporate Tax Registration Services

There are a number of benefits to using CDA's corporate tax registration services, including:

• Peace of mind: CDA's experienced and qualified professionals can help businesses ensure that their corporate tax registration is completed accurately and on time.
• Compliance with the UAE's tax laws: CDA can help businesses comply with the UAE's tax laws and avoid penalties for late registration or non-compliance.
• Access to expert advice and guidance: CDA can provide businesses with advice and guidance on all aspects of corporate tax in the UAE.

Get registered with CDA 

Corporate tax registration in the UAE is a simple and straightforward process. However, it is important to ensure that all of the required information and documentation is submitted accurately and on time. CDA can help businesses with all aspects of corporate tax registration, including completing the registration form, providing the required supporting documentation, paying the registration fee, and obtaining a CTRN.

To get started with CDA's corporate tax registration services, businesses can contact CDA directly by phone, email, or through the CDA website. CDA's team of professionals will then be able to assess the business's needs and provide them with a quote for services. To know more about our distinct services, contact us now.