Corporate Tax Filing Deadline 2025: File by 28 September to Avoid Penalties
Corporate Tax is a direct tax levied on the net income or profit of corporations and other businesses. Starting from 1 June 2023, the UAE introduced a 9% corporate tax rate on taxable profits exceeding AED 375,000. This move aligns the UAE with global tax standards while still offering a highly competitive business environment.
Starting January 2025, the UAE will introduce a Global Minimum Tax (GMT) under OECD Pillar Two, affecting:
- Multinational companies (MNCs) with revenue over €750 million
- A 15% minimum effective tax rate
- Additional reporting requirements
While this mainly impacts large corporations, all businesses should stay updated on tax changes.
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All LLC (Limited Liability Company) businesses operating in the UAE are required to register for Corporate Tax and file a Corporate Tax Return, regardless of their profit level.
Even if your taxable income is below AED 375,000, you must still:
✅ Register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) for Corporate Tax
✅ File your Corporate Tax Return to report zero tax due (if applicable).
⚠️ What Happens If You Don’t Comply?
Failure to register or file on time can result in FTA penalties, including:
- AED 10,000 for failure to register for Corporate Tax
- AED 1,000 (increasing monthly up to AED 10,000) for late filing of Corporate Tax Return.
Why You Should File Before the Deadline
Missing the corporate tax return deadline can lead to:
- Hefty penalties and fines from the Federal Tax Authority (FTA)
- Legal consequences and compliance issues
- Restricted business operations
Who Needs to File Corporate Tax in the UAE?
- A mainland company with an annual turnover above AED 1 million
- A freelancer or sole proprietor registered under a trade license
- A free zone company (depending on activity and exemptions)
- A foreign business earning income in the UAE
Even if your taxable income is below the AED 375,000 threshold, you still need to register and file to declare zero tax due.
- Valid Trade License
- Tax Registration Number (TRN) from FTA
- Details of business expenses and deductions
- All records in line with UAE Corporate Tax Law
At KrezKo, we provide end-to-end corporate tax support to keep your business compliant and stress-free.
- Free Tax Consultation – Get clarity on your corporate tax obligations
- Corporate Tax Registration – Ensure you’re registered before the FTA deadline
- Tax Return Filing – We prepare and submit your Corporate Tax Return accurately and on time
- Accounting & Bookkeeping – Stay organized with professional financial tracking
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