VAT Health Check in the UAE: How to Avoid FTA Penalties in 2025
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has increased its VAT audit activity across the UAE. Even small mistakes — a missing TRN, incorrect invoice, or wrong input claim — can trigger
Understanding Deductible vs Non-Deductible Expenses under UAE Corporate Tax (2025 Guide)
With the introduction of Corporate Tax (CT) in the UAE, business owners now face an important challenge — understanding which expenses are deductible and which are not. Getting this wrong
Preparing for a Corporate Tax Audit in the UAE: Step-by-Step 2025 Guide
As the UAE’s Corporate Tax regime matures, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has begun planning targeted Corporate Tax audits. Being unprepared can result in heavy fines, reputational risk, and potential
IFRS vs UAE Corporate Tax Adjustments: Bridging the Gap for 2025 Filings
UAE Corporate Tax returns must be based on accounting profits prepared under IFRS, adjusted according to tax law provisions. Many businesses mistakenly assume their IFRS profit equals taxable profit —
How IFRS 16 Impacts Lease Accounting for UAE Businesses in 2025
Leases are everywhere — offices, vehicles, equipment. Under IFRS 16, all these now appear on the balance sheet, transforming how businesses in the UAE present their financials. In 2025, understanding
VAT Compliance Checklist for UAE Companies in 2025
Since the introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the UAE in 2018, businesses have had to adapt to a new era of tax compliance. Now, as we step into
Ultimate Guide to ESR (Economic Substance Regulations) in UAE – 2025 Update
The UAE introduced Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) in 2019 to align with global standards set by the OECD and EU. These rules ensure that companies conducting certain activities in the
UAE VAT Refunds Explained: Who Qualifies and How to Claim (2025 Update)
Since the introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the UAE in 2018, many businesses and individuals have asked a key question: Can I get a VAT refund? The good
UAE Corporate Tax 2025 – Complete Guide for Businesses
The UAE has entered a new era of taxation. With the introduction of Corporate Tax (CT) in June 2023, the country moved from being a tax-free haven to a jurisdiction
Top Accounting Mistakes UAE SMEs Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Running a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) in the UAE is exciting, but it also comes with challenges — one of the biggest being accounting and financial compliance. With the