UAE company compliance checklist: what to do after incorporation

Incorporating a UAE company is the first step. Staying compliant after incorporation requires action across six regulatory tracks — corporate tax registration, VAT registration, WPS salary setup, Emiratisation, health insurance, and annual licenc

UAE VAT: how the 5 % rate applies to your business

The UAE charges 5 % Value Added Tax (VAT) on most goods and services. VAT registration with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) is mandatory once taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 in any rolling 12-month period. Voluntary registration is available