Register with the Federal Tax Authority â zero errors, full guidance, no hidden costs. Mainland and free zone businesses covered.
â ïž Late registration penalty: AED 10,000. Don't wait.
The UAE introduced a federal corporate tax in 2023, now fully in effect. All businesses â mainland companies, free zone entities, sole traders, and freelancers earning over AED 1 million â must register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) through the EmaraTax portal.
Registration is mandatory even if your profits are below the AED 375,000 threshold and your effective tax rate is 0%. Failing to register on time results in an administrative penalty of AED 10,000 â and can block future tax relief eligibility.
The FTA requires registration from virtually all businesses operating in the UAE, regardless of profit level:
| Business Type | Must Register? | Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Mainland UAE companies | â Yes | 9% above AED 375K |
| Free zone entities (all) | â Yes | 0% or 9%* |
| Foreign branches in UAE | â Yes | 9% above AED 375K |
| Freelancers / sole traders earning AED 1M+ | â Yes | 9% above AED 375K |
| Businesses earning under AED 375K | â Yes â still required | 0% |
*Qualifying free zone persons (QFZPs) may be eligible for 0% on qualifying income, subject to FTA conditions.
With Fastlane, the process is handled almost entirely by our team. Here's what happens from the moment you reach out:
Not sure if your documents are in order? Contact us first â we'll confirm exactly what you need for your specific situation before you pay a thing.
| Other providers | Fastlane | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | AED 500 â AED 2,000+ | AED 199 flat |
| Turnaround | 3â10 working days | 1 working day |
| Price transparency | Quote-based, often hidden fees | Published, fixed price |
| Free zone expertise | Varies | All major free zones covered |
| Walk-in office | Rarely | Bur Dubai â Sheikh Rashid Building |
| Ongoing compliance support | Extra charge | Included post-registration |
We publish our prices because we're confident in them. You won't find a faster, more affordable FTA-compliant service in the UAE.
"Registered for corporate tax in one day. The process was completely handled by the Fastlane team â I just sent my documents. Couldn't be easier."
â Mohammed A., Dubai Mainland LLC"I was worried about free zone compliance requirements. Fastlane clarified everything upfront and had us registered before the deadline. Great value for AED 199."
â Priya S., IFZA Free Zone Entity"Tried doing it myself on EmaraTax and gave up. Fastlane sorted it out in a day. Should have just called them first."
â James R., Sole TraderThe standard UAE corporate tax rate is 9% on taxable profits exceeding AED 375,000. Profits below this threshold are taxed at 0%. Qualifying free zone entities may be eligible for a 0% rate on qualifying income, subject to FTA substance requirements.
Yes â registration is mandatory for all UAE businesses regardless of profit level. The threshold determines whether you pay tax, not whether you must register. Failing to register still carries an AED 10,000 penalty.
New businesses must register within 3 months of receiving their trade license. For existing businesses, the deadline is tied to the financial year-end: businesses with a year ending December 31, 2025 must file by September 30, 2026.
Yes. All free zone entities must register with the FTA. However, entities that qualify as Qualifying Free Zone Persons (QFZPs) can benefit from a 0% rate on qualifying income, provided they meet the FTA's activity and substance conditions.
The FTA imposes an administrative penalty starting at AED 10,000 for failure to register by the deadline. Additional penalties may apply for continued non-compliance or late return filing.
We submit your application within 1 working day of receiving your complete documents. FTA processing typically takes 3â5 working days from submission, at which point you receive your Corporate Tax Registration Number.
Yes. We handle the entire process on your behalf â EmaraTax account setup, form completion, document submission, and follow-up with the FTA. You just provide the required documents and we do the rest.
For most companies, you'll need your valid trade license, Memorandum of Association, passport copies for shareholders and directors, Emirates ID for UAE residents, and proof of registered address. We'll confirm the exact list for your entity type before you begin.
Don't risk an AED 10,000 penalty. Our team will have your application submitted within 1 working day.