Accounting & Tax Compliance for United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
Bookkeeping, VAT/GST, payroll and reporting for businesses in United Arab Emirates (Dubai), delivered by GstMan and Apskaita Solutions.
Accounting and tax in United Arab Emirates (Dubai) at a glance
| Item | Summary (indicative, October 2026) |
|---|---|
| Authority | Federal Tax Authority (FTA) |
| Indirect tax | VAT 5%. Mandatory registration above AED 375,000 of taxable supplies. |
| Corporate tax | Corporate tax 9% on taxable income above AED 375,000; qualifying free-zone income can be 0%. |
Rates and thresholds change. Verify with the national tax authority. Statutory sign-off may require a locally licensed professional.
Typical compliance calendar
- Quarterly/monthly VAT returns
- Corporate tax registration and annual return
- Audited financial statements where required
- WPS payroll and gratuity
- E-invoicing phases being introduced
- Large Indian business community in Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.
What GstMan and Apskaita Solutions handle
- Outsourced bookkeeping and accounting
- Accounts payable and receivable management
- Payroll processing
- VAT / GST return preparation
- Management reports and KPI dashboards
- Year-end accounts and tax computation support
- Software setup (Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage, Tally)
- AI-based reconciliation and automation
Businesses we support
For Indian founders, NRIs and cross-border businesses
India-UAE DTAA and NRI links make UAE a key market for GstMan. We also coordinate Indian filings (GST, ITR, FEMA) for cross-border structures and NRIs. See NRI tax filing from United Arab Emirates (Dubai).
Delivered with Apskaita Solutions
GstMan collaborates with Apskaita Solutions, a bookkeeping and accounting outsourcing firm with US GAAP focus and global clients, offering 24/7 global support, AI-driven reconciliation and virtual finance teams. Local statutory sign-off is coordinated with licensed professionals in United Arab Emirates (Dubai) where required.
Frequently asked questions
Can GstMan handle accounting for businesses in United Arab Emirates (Dubai)?
Yes. We provide bookkeeping, payables/receivables, payroll, VAT/GST return preparation and reporting with our partner Apskaita Solutions, and coordinate local licensed advisers for statutory sign-off.
Which accounting software do you use for United Arab Emirates (Dubai) clients?
We work in the software you prefer, such as Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Sage or Tally, and can set it up for you.
How do I start?
Message us on WhatsApp or send the enquiry form with your business type and country. We will share a scope and proposal.
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