UAE: FTA clarifies treatment of corporate tax losses
The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued a Basic Tax Information Bulletin – Corporate Tax Losses on 25 June 2026, providing guidance on the treatment of Corporate Tax Losses under the Corporate Tax Law. The bulletin explains the definition
See MoreMonaco–UAE tax treaty enters into force
The income tax treaty between Monaco and the UAE entered into force on 12 June 2026. Signed in Dubai on 13 November 2021, the agreement is intended to eliminate double taxation between the two jurisdictions while strengthening measures to prevent
See MoreUAE: MoF releases e-invoicing guidelines version 1.1, adding storage and advance payment/retention clarifications
The UAE Ministry of Finance has issued the UAE Electronic Invoicing Guidelines Version 1.1, dated 1 June 2026. The key updates introduced in Version 1.1 include the addition of: Appendix 4 - Further guidance in respect of storage obligations
See MoreUAE: FTA opens Pillar Two Top-up tax registration through EmaraTax
The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has activated Pillar Two top-up tax registration on the EmaraTax portal, requiring in-scope multinational enterprise (MNE) groups to begin assessing their registration obligations and preparing the necessary
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UAE ratifies framework for crypto-asset information exchange
The UAE has ratified the Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement on Automatic Exchange of Information Pursuant to the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF MCAA). The UAE is among the signatories to the CARF MCAA, which was opened for
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UAE: FTA expands VAT refund scheme for UAE nationals building new homes
The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has launched a new initiative expanding the scope of expenses eligible for VAT refunds for UAE nationals constructing new residences, allowing citizens to claim refunds on an additional range of construction
See MoreBurundi: Senate approves income tax treaty with UAE
The Senate of Burundi, on 21 May 2026, gave its approval to the income tax treaty with the UAE. The treaty was signed on 16 February 2017. The primary goal of this treaty is to create a transparent tax environment and encourage cross-border
See MoreUAE: FTA says over 68,000 benefited from corporate tax penalty waiver initiative
The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced, on 14 May 2026, that more than 68,600 taxable persons benefited from the Corporate Tax Late Registration Penalty Waiver initiative during 2025 and the early part of 2026, as the country continues
See MoreBurundi: National Assembly approves income tax treaty with UAE
Burundi's National Assembly issued a post confirming the approval of the income tax treaty with the UAE on 12 May 2026. The treaty was signed 16 February 2017. The primary goal of this treaty is to create a transparent tax environment and
See MoreUAE extends e-invoicing accredited service provider appointment deadline for large businesses
The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced targeted amendments to the ministerial decisions governing the eInvoicing system, including an extension of the deadline for the appointment of an Accredited Service Provider (ASP) from 31 July 2026 to
See MoreUAE: FTA cuts administrative tax penalties to ease business compliance burden
UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced the entry into force of Cabinet Decision No. (129) of 2025, which amends certain provisions of Cabinet Decision No. (40) of 2017 on administrative penalties imposed for violations of tax laws in the
See MoreUAE: FTA issues clarification on “director” and “officer” as connected persons under corporate tax law
The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued Corporate Tax Public Clarification CTP010 to define the terms “director” and “officer” as Connected Persons under the UAE Corporate Tax Law. The clarification is relevant to the rules under
See MoreUAE: MoF launches e-invoicing 4-Corner model for electronic invoice exchange
The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) announced the launch of the eInvoicing 4-Corner model, marking a significant milestone in the UAE’s digital transformation journey and enabling businesses to exchange electronic invoices seamlessly across
See MoreUAE: FTA revises administrative penalties, reduces fines across tax compliance regime
The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has implemented updated administrative penalty provisions under Cabinet Decision No. (129) of 2025, amending parts of Cabinet Decision No. (40) of 2017. The changes, effective 14 April 2026, reduce several fines
See MoreUAE: FTA issues revised rulings framework covering APAs, tax transaction directives
The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued an updated Policy on Issuing Clarifications and Directives, amended by Decision No. 2 of 23 February 2026 and effective from 1 March 2026. A key update is the introduction of Directives on Tax
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Korea (Rep.), UAE CEPA to take effect, tariff cuts phased over 10 years
Korea (Rep.) and the UAE will implement their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on 1 May 2026, following the completion of domestic approval procedures and bilateral consultations to expedite its entry into force. The CEPA,
See MoreUAE: FTA updates corporate tax de-registration guidance
The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) published the Taxpayer User Manual Corporate Tax De-Registration (Version 2.0.0.0) on 6 April 2026, providing detailed instructions for businesses seeking to de-register from Corporate Income Tax (CIT). A
See MoreUAE announces tax procedures executive regulation amendments, effective April 2026
The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced, on 1 April 2026, amendments to Cabinet Decision No. (74) of 2023 On the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (28) of 2022 on Tax Procedures, pursuant to the amendments introduced under
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