01 — Registration
Corporate Tax Registration
Complete FTA registration and obtain your Tax Registration Number with full document preparation and portal submission.
FTA EmaraTax Specialists
UAE Corporate Tax
Registration & Filing
Register with the Federal Tax Authority, obtain your TRN and stay compliant — mainland and free zone businesses across the UAE.
- Fast TRN registration on EmaraTax
- Accurate annual return preparation
- End-to-end compliance support
What We Do
Corporate Tax services built for UAE businesses
From first-time registration to annual filing — practical, hands-on support at every stage of the FTA process.
02 — Filing
Annual Return Filing
Prepare and submit your Corporate Tax return accurately before the 9-month deadline following your financial year-end.
03 — Relief
Tax Relief Assessment
Identify eligibility for Small Business Relief, free zone incentives and lawful deductions to reduce your effective tax burden.
04 — Transfer Pricing
Transfer Pricing Support
Ensure related-party transactions meet arm's length standards and maintain documentation under UAE transfer pricing rules.
05 — Audit
FTA Audit Assistance
Respond to FTA enquiries, notices and audit requests with professional representation and structured documentation.
06 — Readiness
Compliance Readiness
Organise your books and records so your entity stays fully aligned with UAE Corporate Tax obligations year-round.
Pricing
Simple, transparent rates
No hidden fees — fixed pricing for registration and filing with full confidentiality.
Free Consultation
Understand your obligations first
AED0no charge
- Eligibility review
- Deadline guidance
- Registration advice
Best Value
CT Registration
Flat rate — everything included
AED99one-time
- EmaraTax registration
- Document review
- TRN submission
CT Return Filing
Annual return preparation
AED499from
- Tax computation
- EmaraTax submission
- SBR election review
- Post-filing support
AED 1M+
Who must register
- Mainland & free zone legal entities
- Foreign companies with UAE permanent establishment
- Natural persons with business revenue above threshold
- Employment & personal investment income excluded
3 months
Registration window
- New entities from 1 Mar 2024: register within 3 months of licence
- Existing businesses follow FTA Decision No. 3 timelines
- Deadline based on incorporation or licence date
EmaraTax
Portal & TRN
- All registrations via FTA EmaraTax portal
- TRN issued on application approval
- Filing & payment obligations begin once registered
9 months
Return deadline
- One return per tax period required
- Due within 9 months of financial year-end
- Tax payment due by the same date
0% · 9%
Standard tax rates
- 0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000
- 9% on income above AED 375,000
- QFZP may qualify for 0% on qualifying income
AED 10,000
Late registration penalty
- FTA administrative penalty for missing deadline
- Applies to late applications, not TRN processing delays
UAE branches of a domestic company are generally treated as part of the head office. Only Alif is a private consultancy — all registrations are issued by the Federal Tax Authority.
How It Works
Four steps to full compliance
We guide you through every mandatory step on the FTA EmaraTax portal.
Gather required documents
Trade licence, incorporation papers, owner IDs and authorised signatory details — we provide a tailored checklist for your entity type.
Review & prepare application
We verify your details, confirm registration eligibility and prepare your EmaraTax application with supporting documents in PDF format.
Submit to the FTA
Your registration is submitted through EmaraTax. Once approved, your Corporate Tax TRN is issued by the Federal Tax Authority.
File annual return
At year-end we compute your tax liability, prepare the return and file it within the 9-month deadline — including any relief elections.
FAQ
Common Corporate Tax questions
Answers to the questions UAE business owners ask most about registration, filing and compliance.
Which businesses must register for UAE Corporate Tax?
Any UAE-resident juridical person — including mainland LLCs, free zone companies and foreign entities with a permanent establishment — must register if revenue exceeds the FTA threshold. Natural persons must register when annual UAE business revenue crosses AED 1 million.
How long does Corporate Tax registration take?
Once documents are ready, the EmaraTax application can be submitted within a few business days. The FTA typically processes within 20 business days. We track your application throughout.
What is a TRN and why do I need one?
Your Tax Registration Number (TRN) is the unique FTA identifier for your business — mandatory for filing returns, making payments and all EmaraTax correspondence.
When is my Corporate Tax return due?
Returns must be filed within 9 months of your financial year-end. A 31 December year-end means filing by 30 September the following year. Tax owed is payable by the same date.
Can my small business avoid paying Corporate Tax?
Businesses with revenue of AED 3 million or less may elect Small Business Relief (SBR). You must still register and file — SBR is claimed on your return, not automatic.
What happens if I miss the registration deadline?
The FTA imposes an administrative penalty of AED 10,000 for failing to register within the prescribed timeframe.
Do free zone companies pay Corporate Tax?
QFZP entities meeting conditions may benefit from 0% on qualifying income. Non-qualifying income is taxed at 9%. All free zone companies must register and file.
What documents are needed for registration?
Trade licence, incorporation documents, Emirates ID & passport copies for 25%+ owners, authorised signatory details and letter of authorisation. Uploads must be PDF format (max 15 MB).
Does Only Alif issue my Corporate Tax registration?
No — we are a licensed private consultancy. Registrations and TRNs are issued exclusively by the Federal Tax Authority. We prepare and submit on your behalf.