1 July 2026 · Registration
How to Register for UAE Corporate Tax
Every taxable person must register for UAE corporate tax on EmaraTax and obtain a registration number — including free-zone companies expecting 0%. You will need your trade licence and owner/authorised-signatory details. Register on time: late registration carries an AED 10,000 penalty, waived if you file your first return within seven months of your first period end.
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Prepare to register
Registration is broad and document-light but must be timely.
- All taxable persons register, free zones included.
- Have your trade licence and signatory details ready.
- Register through the EmaraTax portal.
- Keep the registration number for filing.
Avoid the AED 10,000 penalty
Timing links registration to the waiver.
- Late registration triggers an AED 10,000 penalty.
- It is waived if the first return is filed within 7 months of the first period end.
- Register early to remove doubt.
- Retain proof of registration and filing dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
For businesses registering for corporate tax.
Who must register for corporate tax?
All taxable persons, including free-zone companies that expect the 0% rate.
What do I need to register?
Your trade licence and owner/authorised-signatory details, submitted via EmaraTax.
What if I register late?
A AED 10,000 penalty applies, but it is waived if you file your first return within seven months of your first period end.
Can Exiloz register us?
Yes. We complete your EmaraTax registration and set up your filing timeline.
Register for corporate tax today
Exiloz completes your registration and plans your first filing for the waiver.