Every VAT-registered business in the UAE must ensure its tax invoices meet the mandatory requirements, with stricter standards ahead as the country transitions to e-invoicing.
Discover the key takeaways from the stakeholder consultation, including calls for greater transparency, practical comparisons with the traditional gratuity model, and stronger awareness efforts.
VARA (Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority) has been officially recognised as a competent authority under the UAE CIT (Corporate Income Tax) framework.
Cabinet Decision No. (1) of 2026 introduces a CIT (Corporate Income Tax) exemption for qualifying non-commercial sports entities in the UAE, subject to strict eligibility conditions and formal approval by the FTA (Federal Tax Authority).
Your UAE Pass connects to bank accounts, government portals, and company records, making it a prime target for fraudulent schemes that every business owner and resident must learn to recognise and prevent.
The UAE has issued two federal decree laws granting the Capital Market Authority expanded regulatory powers, stricter penalties, and enhanced consumer protection requirements.
From 01.01.2026, the FTA introduces fees for Advance Pricing Agreement applications and replaces the paper registration certificate with an electronic version.
As 2025 draws to a close, business owners across the UAE face a familiar question: Is everything in order?
From 14.01.2026, VAT on scrap metal transactions in the UAE will be accounted for by the buyer, not the supplier.
Recent amendments clarify how tax credits are applied and introduce a formal refund process for unutilised balances.
The Ministry of Finance and Khalifa Fund have signed an agreement giving accredited SMEs direct access to federal government contracts through the digital procurement platform.
Record investment, new company registrations, and expanded trade partnerships mark another strong year for business in the UAE.
The Ministry of Finance introduced amendments to the executive regulation governing excise tax in the UAE.