UAE Corporate Tax Registration: Key Deadlines Announced

# UAE Corporate Tax Registration: Key Deadlines Announced

The Federal Tax Authority has announced staggered registration deadlines for corporate tax, based on the month of business license issuance.

## Registration Timeline

| License Issue Month | Registration Deadline |
|--------------------|----------------------|
| January - February | May 31, 2024 |
| March - April | June 30, 2024 |
| May - June | July 31, 2024 |
| July - August | August 31, 2024 |
| September - October | September 30, 2024 |
| November - December | October 31, 2024 |

## Who Must Register

The following must register for corporate tax:

- **UAE companies** (mainland and free zone)
- **Foreign companies** with UAE permanent establishment
- **Natural persons** with UAE business income over AED 1 million
- **Government entities** conducting business activities

## Penalties for Late Registration

- **AED 10,000** administrative penalty for late registration
- Additional penalties may apply for continued non-compliance

Contact TaxWatch for corporate tax registration assistance.