Corporate Tax Registration

By Tax-Time Counsels

With the introduction of Corporate Tax in the UAE, effective from June 1, 2023, it is now mandatory for businesses to register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), even if they expect to be exempt. At Tax-Time Counsels, we provide end-to-end Corporate Tax Registration services to ensure your business remains compliant from day one.

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What We Offer in Corporate Tax Registration

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1. Eligibility Review & Entity Classification

• Assess your business structure to determine corporate tax applicability.

• Classify your entity correctly as per UAE corporate tax laws:

  • Taxable person (mainland LLC, free zone company, branch, etc.)

  • Exempt person (government entity, qualifying free zone entity, etc.)

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2. Document Collection & Review

• Guide you in preparing and compiling all required documents, including:

  • Valid trade license(s)

  • Emirates ID and passport of owners/shareholders

  • MOA or AOA

  • Financial statements or records

  • Contact details and business activity information

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3. FTA Portal Setup & Application Filing

• Register your business for Corporate Tax via the FTA online portal.

• Complete and submit the Corporate Tax Registration Form accurately.

• Upload required supporting documents in the correct format.

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4. Follow-Up & TRN Issuance

• Monitor application status and liaise with the FTA for updates.

• Obtain and share your official Corporate Tax Registration Number (TRN).

• Ensure correct classification (e.g. free zone vs. mainland) to avoid future compliance issues.

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5. Consultation on Post-Registration Obligations

• Advise on what comes next:

  • Corporate tax return filing deadlines

  • Financial year determination

  • Accounting records and audit requirements

  • Tax group registration (if applicable)

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6. Free Zone Businesses & Exemption Advisory

• Help free zone companies assess eligibility for qualifying free zone status.

• Guide on maintaining conditions to benefit from the 0% corporate tax rate.

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✅ Why Choose Tax-Time Counsels?

• In-depth knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax laws

• Experienced team handling both registration and compliance

• Transparent, end-to-end service

• Timely submission to avoid penalties

• Expert support for both local and free zone entities

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📌 Applicable to:

• Mainland companies

• Free zone companies (including FZCOs and FZ-LLCs)

• Branches of foreign companies

• Freelancers and sole proprietors (based on income thresholds)