Taxes
Bookkeeping & annual accounts – compliant without the effort
Since corporate tax was introduced, clean bookkeeping has been mandatory. We handle the bookkeeping, filings and year-end – with reports the FTA and banks accept.
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+150 satisfied clients
+100 companies formed
What is included
- Ongoing bookkeeping under IFRS
- Corporate tax filing and VAT returns
- Audit-ready annual accounts
- Digital document management
- Deadline tracking and FTA correspondence
How it works
1
Onboarding
We set up the chart of accounts, tools and document flow – including for companies that already exist.
2
Ongoing operations
Monthly bookkeeping and reports, VAT returns filed on time.
3
Year-end close
Annual accounts and corporate tax filing – documented audit-ready.
Benefits
Why Dubai?
An overview of the main reasons why relocating to Dubai and setting up a company there pays off.
01
No income tax
Private income is entirely tax-free in Dubai – whether salary, dividends, crypto or property.
02
Low corporate tax
Corporate tax ranges from 0–9% depending on turnover and type of business – far lower than in many European countries.
03
Stable banks
Unlike other tax havens, Dubai offers a stable and customer-friendly banking system.
04
Safety
With one of the lowest crime rates anywhere, Dubai is among the safest cities in the world.
05
Residence visa
Forming a company gives you a residence visa that lets you live and work in Dubai.
Process
Step by step to Dubai
From formation advice through the Emirates ID to opening your account and ongoing support – we accompany every step.
1
30 Min · remote
Initial consultation
We weigh up whether a Freezone or mainland makes more sense, which licences and permits you need and how the company should be structured.
2
3–5 working days · remote
Company Formation
Incorporation of the company including formation documents and office address. For mainland companies we assist with the Ejari registration and the pre-approval.
3
1–3 days · remote
E-Visa
Through the newly formed company we apply for an e-visa. Only once it has been issued can you enter the country.
4
3–4 days · on site in Dubai
Medical, biometrics, EID & residence visa
After entering on the e-visa, the medical test, EID application and biometrics take place on site – after which you receive your Emirates ID and residence visa.
5
remote
Bank Account Opening
Once the Emirates ID is issued, we open your bank accounts – private and business alike, including debit or credit card.
6
remote
Tax ID & registration
We register the company with the FTA and advise on compliance and lawful tax optimisation – so that you stay on the right side of tax law.
7
ongoing
Ongoing support
We remain your point of contact for everything to do with running the company, taxes, banking, visas and life in Dubai – for your family too.
Questions about taxes in Dubai?
Book a no-obligation initial consultation – we will review your situation.
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Our services
Everything from one source
We provide end-to-end support for company formation and relocation – with these core services:
- Formation advice – Freezone, mainland or offshore
- Company formation including licence, office address and company stamp
- The visa process on site – with personal support
- Account opening, private and business
- Payment provider support (Stripe, PayPal & co.)
- Tax registration, bookkeeping & annual accounts
- Clarification of exit taxation
- International tax advice for complex structures
Reviews
What our clients say
A small selection of the genuine feedback we have been receiving on Google, Trustpilot and elsewhere for years.
★★★★★
„The path to the company was laid out and costed with total clarity – there were no surprises at all. The timeline was even shortened through internal optimisations."
Dirk Osada
Founder, OSENUM
★★★★★
„Everything went smoothly – from company formation to the visa application. Competent, transparent and extremely helpful."
Christoph Feldmeier
Founder, ONLYVISION
★★★★★
„Clemens guided me through the entire process and was always there for questions. I can recommend Dubai Setup’s service to anyone."
Vincent Hahl
Founder, DISO GROUP
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The questions we are asked most often about bookkeeping and annual accounts in the UAE.
Yes. Since corporate tax was introduced, proper bookkeeping is mandatory – regardless of whether any tax is due in the end. Records relevant to corporate tax must be kept for seven years after the end of the tax period, VAT records for five years.
Above certain revenue thresholds yes, and for every Qualifying Freezone Person in any case. Anyone wanting to use the zero rate in the Freezone cannot avoid the audit. We prepare the accounts audit-ready and accompany the review.
The corporate tax return is due within nine months after the end of the tax period. You normally file the VAT return quarterly, larger businesses monthly. We track the dates and get in touch in good time.
Yes. During onboarding we set up the chart of accounts, tools and document flow – including for companies that have been running for a while. We work through open periods so the next set of accounts starts clean.
With Zoho Books, QuickBooks or Xero. All three are established in the UAE, handle VAT correctly and can be connected to an e-invoicing provider – which becomes mandatory for most companies from 2027.
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