Corporate Tax Consultant in Abu Dhabi
Looking for a corporate tax consultant in Abu Dhabi? MB&A CPAs helps UAE companies register for corporate tax, prepare and file accurate returns from properly closed books, and plan ahead so there are no surprises from the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
Our corporate tax services
- Corporate tax registration on EmaraTax, including for free zone companies and tax groups.
- Corporate tax return preparation and filing, reconciled to your financial statements.
- Tax computation and adjustments: non-deductible expenses, interest limitation, exempt income and related-party transactions.
- Small Business Relief and free zone reviews: checking whether you qualify and what you need to keep the benefit.
- Transfer pricing documentation for related-party and connected-person transactions.
- Corporate tax health checks and support with FTA enquiries and voluntary disclosures.
- Books set up for corporate tax: chart of accounts, records and year-end close that make filing simple.
UAE corporate tax at a glance
- Corporate tax is 0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% above that.
- The return must be filed, and any tax paid, within nine months of the end of the tax period.
- Businesses must keep accounting records and supporting documents for at least seven years.
- Audited financial statements are required for businesses with revenue above AED 50 million and for Qualifying Free Zone Persons.
How we charge
Registration and one-off reviews are fixed fees. Annual returns are quoted on the size and complexity of your business and whether we also keep your books. You receive a written quote before any work starts.
Why MB&A for corporate tax
- Qualified CPAs who prepare your tax return from the same books we keep or review.
- One team for bookkeeping, VAT, corporate tax and audit readiness.
- Deadlines tracked and documents collected through our secure Client Hub.
- Plain-English advice on what each rule means for your business.
Our Abu Dhabi office: Office No. 2, Floor 0, Building No. 8, Hamdan Bin Mohammed St, Al Zahiyah, E13, Abu Dhabi. Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Call +971 2 671 9443 or email info@mbacpaco.com.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What is the UAE corporate tax rate?
0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000 and 9% on taxable income above that. Different rules apply to Qualifying Free Zone Persons and to businesses that elect Small Business Relief.
When is the corporate tax return due?
Within nine months of the end of the tax period. For a 31 December year-end, the return and any tax are due by 30 September of the following year.
Who can claim Small Business Relief?
Resident businesses with revenue of AED 3 million or less in the relevant and previous tax periods can elect to be treated as having no taxable income, for tax periods ending on or before 31 December 2026. Some businesses are excluded, so we check your eligibility first.
Do I need audited financial statements for corporate tax?
Audited financial statements are required for businesses with revenue above AED 50 million and for Qualifying Free Zone Persons. Banks and free zone authorities may also ask for them.
Can you file my return if someone else keeps my books?
Yes. We review your books and year-end adjustments first, then prepare the return, so the filing is accurate whoever keeps the records.
Have a question about your situation? Book a free consultation.