Tax Compliance

Stay Compliant, Avoid Penalties

Track all your UAE tax deadlines in one place. Understand your obligations and never miss a filing date with our comprehensive compliance tools.

Tax Deadline Calculator

Find your filing deadlines and stay ahead of important dates

Your Corporate Tax Deadline

Select your financial year end to see your filing deadline:

Your Filing Deadline
September 30, 2026

2026 Tax Calendar

VAT

Q4 2025 VAT Return

VAT return for October-December 2025 period

28 Jan 2026
Passed
CT

Corporate Tax Filing (June FY)

For businesses with financial year ending June 2025

31 Mar 2026
43 days left
VAT

Q1 2026 VAT Return

VAT return for January-March 2026 period

28 Apr 2026
71 days left
VAT

Q2 2026 VAT Return

VAT return for April-June 2026 period

28 Jul 2026
162 days left
CT

Corporate Tax Filing (Dec FY)

For businesses with financial year ending December 2025

30 Sep 2026
226 days left
VAT

Q3 2026 VAT Return

VAT return for July-September 2026 period

28 Oct 2026
254 days left

Late Filing Penalties

Late corporate tax returns may incur penalties of AED 500-1,000 per month. VAT late filing penalties range from AED 1,000 to AED 20,000 depending on repeat offenses.

Compliance Checklist

Essential tasks to keep your business tax compliant

Corporate Tax

  • FTA Corporate Tax Registration
    Based on license date
  • Maintain financial records
    Ongoing
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    Prepare transfer pricing documentation
    If applicable
  • File annual tax return
    9 months from FY end
  • Pay tax liability
    9 months from FY end

VAT

  • VAT registration (if threshold met)
    30 days from threshold
  • Issue compliant tax invoices
    Ongoing
  • File VAT returns
    28 days from period end
  • Pay VAT liability
    28 days from period end
  • Maintain VAT records
    5 years minimum

Penalty Structure

Understand the consequences of non-compliance

Corporate Tax Penalties

Late registrationAED 10,000+
Late filing (per month)AED 500 - 1,000
Incorrect returnUp to AED 50,000
Late paymentMonthly penalties apply

VAT Penalties

Late registrationAED 20,000
Late filing (1st offense)AED 1,000
Late filing (repeat)AED 2,000+
Late payment2-4% monthly

Important Note

Penalty amounts may be updated by the FTA. This information is provided for general guidance only. Always verify current penalty rates on the official FTA website or consult with a tax professional.

Compliance Best Practices

Tips to maintain perfect tax compliance

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Keep Accurate Records

Maintain organized financial records and supporting documents for at least 5 years.

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Set Calendar Reminders

Schedule reminders 2-4 weeks before each deadline to allow preparation time.

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Reconcile Regularly

Perform monthly reconciliations to catch and correct errors early.

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Stay Informed

Monitor FTA announcements for updates to regulations and deadlines.

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Seek Professional Help

Engage tax professionals for complex matters or when unsure.

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Review Before Filing

Double-check all figures and attachments before submitting returns.

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