Filing your first UAE Corporate Income Tax return is only the beginning, as businesses must manage ongoing payments, record-keeping, audits, and annual compliance to stay aligned with FTA requirements.
The UAE Ministry of Finance has introduced Decisions No. 243 and 244 of 2025, laying out the legal framework and phased rollout of mandatory e-invoicing.
The UAE's ambitious target to reach 2 million companies by 2031 shows strong government support and creates optimal conditions for Dubai businesses.
Dubai has ranked among the world's top four FinTech cities in the latest Global Financial Centres Index.
The CBUAE's rate cut to 4.15% reduces borrowing costs for UAE businesses, creating good conditions for expansion and investment decisions.
The UAE economy is set to grow 4.9% in 2025, creating new business opportunities across multiple industries as both oil and non-oil sectors expand.
UAE businesses face penalties starting at AED 500 per month for late CIT filing, escalating to AED 1,000 after 12 months.
The UAE will introduce mandatory e-invoicing in July 2026 using the PEPPOL framework, requiring businesses to update their systems to digitally transmit invoice data to customers and the Federal Tax Authority.
Dubai offers European companies a competitive tax environment with 0-9% corporate income tax rates and extensive double taxation treaties, while requiring compliance with transfer pricing and AML regulations.
Dubai is becoming a leading destination for private wealth management, offering tax-efficient structures and regulatory stability for entrepreneurs and family offices.
German factory orders plummet 2.9% while Dubai's manufacturing sector grows 3.3%, creating compelling relocation opportunities for German businesses.
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