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UAE - audit and accounting
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Accounting, filings and tax support for UAE companies. Since the introduction of corporate tax and VAT, bookkeeping and reporting requirements in the Emirates have grown considerably, and they extend to free zone companies as well. This service is for owners of UAE companies who want to stay compliant without penalties and to understand their tax position.
We maintain the books on an ongoing basis, prepare nil accounts for companies with no activity, and work at an hourly rate for active ones. We register companies for VAT and file VAT returns, and provide tax consulting tailored to your structure. Scope and cost are agreed upfront, based on the number of transactions and the state of your documents.
When an audit is mandatory in the UAE
| Company | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Revenue above AED 50 million, ~$13.7 million | audited financial statements for corporate tax |
| Qualifying free zone company | audit mandatory regardless of revenue, otherwise the 0% rate does not apply |
| Free zone companies | many zones require audited accounts to renew the licence |
| Other companies | bookkeeping under international financial reporting standards and a tax return; audit if the bank or partners ask |
We will calculate online the cost of reporting and audit for a year at your turnover.
Deadlines and penalties
- Corporate tax return and payment within 9 months of the end of the tax period.
- VAT returns are usually quarterly, by the 28th of the month after the period.
- Records are kept 5 years for VAT and 7 years for corporate tax.
- Late tax registration costs about $2,800; a late return about $280, or about $550 if repeated.
- Small business relief for revenue up to AED 3 million runs until 31 December 2029 but does not waive registration or the return.
What we do
- We keep books under international standards and prepare financial statements.
- We arrange an audit with an accredited auditor where required.
- We register the company for corporate tax and VAT and file returns.
- We check whether a free zone company meets the 0% rate conditions.
VAT registration
A company must register for VAT once taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000, about $102,200, in 12 months and may register voluntarily from AED 187,500, about $51,100. The rate is 5%.
Documents for the audit
- Formation documents and the licence.
- Bank statements for the whole year.
- Contracts, invoices and source documents for revenue and expenses.
- Details of related party transactions.
Fees
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Nil accounts filing | $4 400 |
| Bookkeeping, per hour | $400 |
| Accounts and audit, hourly rate | from $90 |
| VAT registration | $3 000 |
| VAT returns, per hour | $400 |
| Tax consulting, per hour | $800 |
| Other additional services, per hour | $400 |
Late corporate tax registration - a penalty of about $2,800
The law does not stop you handling a UAE company's accounts on your own. But mistakes cost more than the penalties: a free zone company that loses the zero rate because of wrong reporting, a missed corporate tax or VAT registration, a late return and an audit the zone requires to renew the licence. Murblz specialists register the company with the tax authority, keep the books, prepare the returns and arrange the audit with an approved auditor. We guarantee professional work and a transparent process.
The cost depends on the company's turnover and whether an audit is needed; package prices are in the table on the page, and a manager will calculate the total in the chat.
FAQ
My company is in a free zone. Do I still need to keep books?
When does a company need VAT registration?
The company had no activity. What needs to be filed?
Is a company audit mandatory in the UAE?
How long must a UAE company keep records?
What is the penalty for late corporate tax registration?
From what turnover is VAT registration required in the UAE?
What documents are needed for a UAE company audit?
Is an audit needed for a free zone company to pay 0%?
What standards do UAE companies keep books under?
Need bookkeeping and an audit for your UAE company?
We set up your UAE company's books, prepare the accounts for the free zone and corporate tax and arrange an audit where required. The catalogue covers reporting in every country.
The Murblz consultant replies straight away in the chat on this page. Describe your situation and we will work it out together.
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