Estimate only — 0% up to AED 375,000, 9% above. Taxable profit differs from accounting profit. Confirm with the FTA or a tax adviser.
UAE corporate tax, in plain English
The UAE introduced a federal corporate tax on business profits for financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. The headline structure is deliberately simple: 0% on taxable profit up to AED 375,000, and 9% on taxable profit above that threshold. This calculator applies that tiered rate to the taxable profit you enter and shows the tax due and your effective rate — a quick way to gauge the impact before you file.
The key phrase is taxable profit, which is not the same as your revenue or even your accounting profit. It starts from the net profit in your financial statements and is then adjusted for items the tax law treats differently — certain non-deductible expenses, exempt income, and specific reliefs. Because those adjustments vary by business, treat this tool as a planning estimate on a given profit figure, not a filing calculation.
Several important nuances sit outside a simple estimate. Qualifying free zone businesses may access a 0% rate on qualifying income if they meet the conditions. Small business relief can apply below certain revenue levels. Large multinational groups face separate rules. Registration for corporate tax is required, and returns are filed with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) after each tax period. None of these are captured by a flat calculation, which is why professional advice matters.
Use this estimator to understand roughly what you will owe at a given profit level and to set money aside as you trade. Always confirm your actual position with the FTA or a qualified tax adviser. Tallium tags income and expenses as you go and builds a corporate-tax-ready summary, so the profit figure you file from is accurate rather than assembled in a rush at year-end.
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