Transfer pricing is a critical aspect of international business operations, especially for companies operating across borders, such as those engaged in UK-UAE transactions.

On 18 July 2025, the UAE Ministry of Finance and the Federal Tax Authority jointly announced a forthcoming change to the application method of Excise Tax on sweetened beverages.

On 23 February 2026, the UAE Ministry of Finance issued comprehensive operational guidance implementing Ministerial Decisions No. 243, 244 and 64 of 2025, as well as Cabinet Decision No. 106 of 2025...

It was evidenced before the Federal Primary Court that the taxpayer had informed the Federal Tax Authority of an obstacle in the online tax filing portal that prevented the taxpayer from being able to file their tax returns.

Cabinet 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.

The 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)...

The UAE has long been recognized as a favourable tax destination for individuals and businesses, drawing expatriates worldwide with its strategic location, flourishing economy, and accommodating tax policies.

On 19 September 2025, the Federal Tax Authority issued a Public Clarification (CTP008) detailing the corporate tax treatment of family wealth management structures.

The UAE has long been recognized as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, attracting startups and small businesses from around the globe.

The UAE government has taken steps to move towards a fully digitized tax system by adopting E-Invoices. The E-invoicing process will be mandatory for all business to business...

The Federal Tax Authority (‘FTA') in the UAE has recently published a new Cabinet Decision related to penalties and fines to be imposed for non-compliance of Digital Tax Scheme.

The changes to the non-dom regime that came into effect in April 2025 have been much discussed. Six months on, we now have practical experience of inheritance tax (IHT)...

A UAE company required support in participating in a bid for a construction project in India.

The UAE Corporate Tax (CT) Law has been implemented effective 1 June 2023. The CT law that was first released in December last year has a specific provision...

For many business owners, there may come a time when the jurisdiction or environment in which they operate in is no longer favorable or attractive.

Beginning our new series on the legal issues to consider when operating abroad, Alain Farhad, Mark McMahon and Ali Auda look at Dubai

Incorporated Partnerships: Incorporated partnerships refer to those that have a separate legal personality distinct from their partners. In the UAE, this typically includes entities such as limited liability companies (LLCs) and joint-stock companies.

The UAE Corporate Tax (CT) Law has been implemented effective 1 June 2023. The CT law that was first released in December last year has a specific provision for Free zone companies in UAE...

‘Corporate Tax' can better be understood as a form of direct tax levied on the net income or profit of a corporation or business entity. It is also commonly referred to as ‘business profit tax'...

UAE makes an attractive investment destination for foreign investors, largely due to its favorable geographical location, economic and political stability, progressive business regulations, and diverse talent pool.