ArticleHow The UAE's Updated VAT Executive Regulation Could Impact Your BusinessThe United Arab Emirates (UAE) VAT Executive Regulations have been amended, with changes effective from 15 November 2024.United Arab EmiratesTaxBSA Law
ArticleHow Will Corporate Tax Changes Affect Businesses In UAE Free Zones vs Mainland EntitiesThe UAE has established itself as a global business hub, attracting investors and corporations worldwide. A critical component of its appeal has been the differential treatment of businesses in free zones...United Arab EmiratesTaxBSA Law
ArticleMiddle East Tax Alert | UAE | Corporate Tax Public Clarification – First Tax Period Of A Juridical Person – Key Observations & TakeawaysIn July 2024, the Federal Tax Authority ("FTA") published a Corporate Tax ("CT") Public Clarification on the first Tax Period of a juridical person ("Public Clarification").United Arab EmiratesTaxAlvarez & Marsal
ArticleMiddle East Tax Alert | UAE | Excise Tax Refund For Non-registered BusinessesThe Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in the UAE has released three comprehensive user manuals detailing the procedure for non-Excise registered businesses...United Arab EmiratesTaxAlvarez & Marsal
ArticleRecent Updates In Respect Of UAE Corporate TaxCorporate Tax (CT) has now commenced for the majority of taxable persons in the UAE. Apart from the main Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 (the CT Law), various other Ministerial, Cabinet and FTA Decisions have been released to supplement the CT Law (the Decisions). United Arab EmiratesTaxHadef & Partners
ArticleTax Street – July 2023 - A Flagship Publication That Captures Key Developments In The Areas Of Tax And Regulatory EnvironmentWe are pleased to present the latest edition of Tax Street – our newsletter that covers all the key developments and updates in the realm of taxation...United Arab EmiratesTaxNexdigm Private Limited
ArticleUAE Corporate Tax: Who Is Considered A Qualifying Free Zone Person?The UAE has recently introduced the corporate tax law, reshaping the nation's fiscal landscape. This comprehensive article focuses on free zone persons—juridical entities within free zones...United Arab EmiratesTaxBSA Law
ArticleUAE VAT Updates: VAT Benefit Extended To Three Additional Free Zones, Public Clarification On VAT Treatment Of Compensation-Type Payments, Eligible Goods For Profit Margin Scheme And Supply Of Labor AccommodationIn continuance to the Cabinet Decision (59) of 2017 with regards to designated zones, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has recently added three free-zones under the category of designated zones. United Arab EmiratesTaxNexdigm Private Limited
ArticleUnderstanding How Non-Resident Persons Create Nexus In The UAE For Corporate Tax PurposesA major update for international investors, the UAE Ministry of Finance has issued Cabinet Decision No. 35 of 2025 on the Determination of a Non-Resident Person's Nexus in the UAE for the purposes...United Arab EmiratesTaxBSA Law
ArticleVAT 2.0: How The UAE's Updated Vat Executive Regulation Could Impact Your Business?The UAE's recent update to its Value-Added Tax (VAT) Executive Regulation under Federal Decree-Law No. 8 of 2017 introduces several significant changes that businesses across various sectors must pay attention to.United Arab EmiratesTaxBSA Law
ArticleFTA Announces Mandatory UAE Pass-Based Login On The EmaraTax Portal From September 2024Following recent updates to the EmaraTax portal, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has introduced the option to sign up/login to the EmaraTax account via UAE Pass...United Arab EmiratesTaxNexdigm Private Limited
ArticleNo Tax Penalties Without Federal Tax Authority Public Clarification – Rules The Dubai Tax Dispute Resolution CommitteeIn various decisions issued by the (second) Tax Dispute Resolution Committee of Dubai, the Committee ordered that tax obligations United Arab EmiratesTaxWasel & Wasel
ArticleTax Strategies For Expats In UAEThe United Arab Emirates ("UAE") has long enjoyed a reputation as a tax-efficient destination for both individuals and businesses. Its strategic location, flourishing economy...United Arab EmiratesTaxBSA Law
ArticleWhat Are The Benefits Of Adding The UAE Into Your International Corporate Structure – A Case StudyIn recent years, the UAE has positioned itself as one of the leading destinations for corporate structuring thanks to its versatility of structuring options, favorable operating environment...United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial LawLoggerhead Partners
ArticleHow To Get UAE Residency?The United Arab Emirates attracts thousands of applicants per year with its tax-exempt business environment. You can become a resident of the Emirates through business incorporation.United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and ConstructionDiscus Holdings
ArticleCabinet Decision No. 174 Of 2025: Introduction Of APA Fees Into The FTA Service FrameworkCabinet Decision No. 174 of 2025 introduces targeted but significant updates to the schedule of fees charged by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) under Cabinet Decision No. 65 of 2020.United Arab EmiratesTaxHabib Al Mulla & Partners
ArticleMiddle East Tax Alert | UAE | Guidance On Input Tax ApportionmentThe Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has published a guide on Input Tax Apportionment (VATGIT1). The guide provides further clarity on the mechanism for recovering Input Tax where taxable persons make both taxable...United Arab EmiratesTaxAlvarez & Marsal
ArticleMIDDLE EAST TAX ALERT | UAE | Latest VAT Law Amendments For The Upcoming UAE E-Invoicing ImplementationThe UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) has published the amended VAT Executive regulations (Cabinet Decision No. 100 of 2025 to the Federal Decree Law No. 8 of 2017)...United Arab EmiratesTaxAlvarez & Marsal
ArticleTax Issues To Consider During A Business SaleSelling a business in the UAE involves complex tax considerations that can significantly impact your final proceeds. This guide examines the critical tax implications of share sales versus asset sales, participation exemptions, deal structures, and timing issues that founders and business owners must understand before entering negotiations. United Arab EmiratesTaxGateley Legal
ArticleUAE Federal Tax Authority Releases Public Clarification On Corporate Tax Treatment Of Family Wealth Management StructuresOn 19 September 2025, the Federal Tax Authority issued a Public Clarification (CTP008) detailing the corporate tax treatment of family wealth management structures.United Arab EmiratesTaxAtoz Tax Advisers