Financial compliance in the UAE has no shortcuts
The UAE has built a world-class regulatory system in recent years. VAT, Corporate Tax, Economic Substance Regulations, transfer pricing documentation, banking KYC - every requirement is a door that must be opened for your business to operate smoothly.
Missing a filing deadline, submitting incorrect data or failing to maintain proper records can lead to fines, frozen accounts and reputational damage. CSF's local team helps you stay ahead of every deadline and requirement.
Key taxes in the UAE - understand what applies to you
VAT 5%
Mandatory registration for taxable supplies above AED 375,000 (voluntary from AED 187,500).
Quarterly or monthly filing with FTA, VAT returns, invoices, record keeping and refund claims.
Corporate Tax 9%
Effective from 1 June 2023, taxable profits above AED 375,000 are taxed at 9%; small businesses with revenue under AED 3 million may qualify for relief.
Registration, filing, accounting records, transfer pricing documentation and group relief planning.
Excise Tax 50% - 100%
Applies to tobacco, energy drinks and sugary beverages; registration and filing obligations apply to producers and importers.
We help you identify whether your products are taxable, register with the FTA and meet filing deadlines.
Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP)
Qualifying freezone businesses may enjoy 0% Corporate Tax on qualifying income, provided they meet substance and other conditions.
We assess whether your freezone company qualifies, help maintain compliance and avoid mis-declaration risks.
Six types of businesses that need tax compliance support
Newly registered companies
Just licensed? We register you with the FTA for VAT/CT on time and set up your first filing calendar.
Freezone companies
Clarify QFZP eligibility and substance requirements, keep the 0% tax rate and avoid compliance gaps.
Mainland trading companies
VAT registration, invoicing and quarterly filings to keep your cash flow and compliance in order.
E-commerce & cross-border sellers
Clarify UAE registration thresholds, marketplace obligations and import VAT treatment.
Professional service firms
Corporate Tax registration and filing, transfer pricing documentation and deductible expense planning.
Holding & investment structures
Participation exemption review, holding company filing and group structure compliance.
What we do for you
Bank account opening
Assessment, document preparation and follow-up with UAE banks to raise your approval rate.
VAT registration & filing
FTA registration, monthly/quarterly returns, invoice compliance and refund applications.
Corporate Tax compliance
CT registration, filing, accounting records preparation and QFZP assessment.
Deadline & risk watch
Centralized deadline reminders and compliance alerts so you never miss a filing.