Corporate Tax Registration is the process of registering a business with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) to obtain a Tax Registration Number (TRN). This TRN is mandatory for filing corporate tax returns and complying with UAE tax laws.
All companies operating in the UAE—including mainland businesses, free zone entities, and branches of foreign companies—must register for corporate tax, regardless of their annual revenue.
A TRN is a unique identification number issued by the FTA after successful registration. It must be included on all corporate tax filings, correspondence, and tax-related documents.
Businesses must submit key documents such as:
• Trade Licence
• Memorandum of Association / Articles of Incorporation
• Passport and Emirates ID copies of shareholders
• Company contact details and banking information
• Any additional records requested by the FTA
Registration is completed through the FTA online portal by submitting the required documents and filling out the corporate tax registration form with accurate business details.
Once the application and documents are submitted correctly, the FTA usually issues the TRN within a few working days. Delays may occur if documents are missing or incorrect.
Failure to register within the specified timeframe can lead to penalties and non-compliance issues with the FTA.
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