Question 1

How can I contact Bens Auditors in Dubai for a free consultation?

Accepted Answer

You can reach Bens Chartered Accountants by calling +971 4 443 3612, WhatsApp on +971 52 861 9076, or emailing info@bensauditors.com. Our office is at Office No. 708, Oxford Tower, Business Bay, Dubai, UAE. We offer a free initial consultation for all new clients. You can also fill the contact form at https://bensauditors.com/contact/ and our team will respond within one business day.

Question 2

Does Bens Auditors help with company setup in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bens Chartered Accountants provides complete company setup services in Dubai and the UAE, including mainland company formation, Free Zone company registration, offshore company setup, and trade license renewal. We also handle all related accounting, FTA registration, corporate tax, and VAT compliance requirements from day one.

Question 3

What happens if I do not register for corporate tax in UAE?

Accepted Answer

Failure to register for corporate tax with the FTA results in an administrative penalty of AED 10,000. Late filing of the corporate tax return also attracts additional penalties. With the FTA increasing inspections year on year, non-compliance risk is very high. Bens Chartered Accountants can register your business with the FTA and ensure full ongoing compliance.

Question 4

Do I need to register for VAT in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

VAT registration is mandatory in the UAE if your taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 per year. Voluntary registration is available if your supplies exceed AED 187,500. Once registered, you must file VAT returns with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) on a quarterly or monthly basis. Bens Auditors handles VAT registration, VAT return filing, and full FTA compliance for businesses across Dubai and UAE.

Question 5

What is the corporate tax rate in UAE for 2025 and 2026?

Accepted Answer

The UAE corporate tax rate is 0% on taxable profits up to AED 375,000 and 9% on profits above AED 375,000. Large multinational enterprises with global revenue exceeding EUR 750 million are subject to a Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT) of 15% from January 2025. Qualifying Free Zone businesses can maintain a 0% rate if they meet all FTA conditions. Bens Chartered Accountants can assess your exact tax position and help you stay compliant.

Question 6

What is Voluntary Disclosure in UAE and when should I use it?

Accepted Answer

Voluntary Disclosure allows businesses to self-report errors or omissions in previously filed tax returns to the FTA before the FTA discovers them independently. Under the new April 2026 penalty framework, using Voluntary Disclosure is significantly more cost-effective than waiting for an FTA audit. Businesses that proactively correct errors face lower penalties than those caught during an FTA inspection. Bens Chartered Accountants advises businesses in Dubai on when and how to file a Voluntary Disclosure to minimise penalty exposure.

Question 7

How can I legally reduce my corporate tax liability in UAE?

Accepted Answer

Several legal strategies can reduce your corporate tax liability in the UAE. These include qualifying for Small Business Relief if profits are below AED 375,000, maintaining Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) status for a 0% tax rate on qualifying income, using tax loss carry-forwards to offset up to 75% of taxable income in a given year, and optimizing depreciation and capital allowances under UAE tax rules. Bens Chartered Accountants provides corporate tax planning services in Dubai to help businesses legally minimise their tax liability.

Question 8

What is transfer pricing and does it apply to my business in UAE?

Accepted Answer

Transfer pricing rules require that transactions between related parties — such as a parent company and its subsidiary — are conducted at arm's length, meaning at the same price as unrelated parties would agree. Businesses with standalone UAE revenue exceeding AED 200 million, or multinational groups with consolidated revenue over AED 3.15 billion, must prepare full transfer pricing documentation. Bens Auditors provides transfer pricing advisory and documentation services for businesses in Dubai and UAE.

Question 9

What are the corporate tax return filing deadlines in UAE for 2026?

Accepted Answer

Corporate tax returns must be filed within 9 months of the end of your financial year. For a financial year ending 31 December 2024, the deadline was 30 September 2025. For a financial year ending 31 December 2025, the deadline is 30 September 2026. Late filing attracts an AED 10,000 administrative penalty. Bens Chartered Accountants handles corporate tax return filing for businesses across Dubai and UAE to ensure you never miss a deadline.

Question 10

What are the new FTA penalty rules in UAE effective April 2026?

Accepted Answer

The UAE Cabinet introduced a new unified penalty framework effective April 14, 2026. Late tax payments are no longer subject to compounding monthly penalties. Instead, a flat annualized rate of 14% accrued monthly now applies to all late payments across Corporate Tax, VAT, and Excise Tax. This also makes Voluntary Disclosure more cost-effective for businesses that catch and correct errors early. Bens Auditors can review your tax position and advise on voluntary disclosure before penalties increase.

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