Accounting and tax in the UAE for international business owners
We keep your books, calculate VAT and Corporate Tax, and file with the FTA on time. Direct chat with your accountant in clear English — you always know what is happening with your company and what deadlines are coming up.
Accounting in the UAE for international companies is more than just bookkeeping. Almost every company is required to register for Corporate Tax and file an annual return even with zero profit. VAT registration becomes mandatory once taxable turnover reaches AED 375,000 a year; voluntary registration is possible from AED 187,500. BGA keeps your books, calculates VAT at the 5% rate and Corporate Tax at the 9% rate (Federal Decree-Law № 47 of 2022), and files returns with the FTA through the client’s own EmaraTax access. Companies with revenue up to AED 3 million can apply for Small Business Relief (Ministerial Decision № 73 of 2023). BGA is not an FTA-registered tax agent; where an audit is required, we organise it through independent accredited auditors (licensed by the UAE Ministry of Economy).
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Who this is for
This page is for international business owners in the UAE who want accounting and tax handled without a language barrier or surprises.
Just set up a company in the UAE
Need to set up bookkeeping from scratch and not miss the first tax deadlines.
Live outside the UAE, business is here
Manage the company remotely and want control without flying to Dubai.
Trading, e-commerce, services
Regular transactions, suppliers and clients — you need your numbers in order.
Multiple companies or structures
Mainland + Free Zone, a holding, related parties — one consistent set of books.
You have employees
Need WPS, payslips and HR records that follow UAE rules.
Tired of an accountant who goes quiet
You want clear answers in plain English and transparent deadlines, not silence.
Pain points we solve
The most common situations for international business owners in the UAE — and how we solve them.
I don't understand what the FTA wants from me
We explain in plain English what to file and when, and handle the preparation.
Afraid of missing a deadline and getting fined
We track VAT and Corporate Tax deadlines, remind you, and file on time.
Not sure what I'm paying my accountant for
Transparent pricing and a clear service list: you see what is included and what is billed separately.
Never fully figured out VAT and Corporate Tax
We work out whether registration applies to you, calculate the tax and prepare the returns.
Bookkeeping is a mess
We close out past periods, reconcile transactions and bring your books up to date.
Need to get ready for an audit
We organise the audit: select an independent accredited auditor and prepare the documents.
UAE taxes are not "later" — the deadlines are already here
Many companies learn about UAE taxes only after the deadline has passed. In reality, almost every company must register for Corporate Tax and file a return — even with zero profit. VAT registration becomes mandatory once taxable turnover reaches AED 375,000 a year. The Corporate Tax return must be filed and the tax paid within 9 months of the end of the tax period. We track these deadlines for you.
What's included in the service
Two workstreams, one team: we keep your books and handle your taxes. We size the scope to your situation.
Bookkeeping & reporting
- Monthly or quarterly bookkeeping
- Bookkeeping in QuickBooks, with access to your company data
- Reconciling bank statements, invoices, contracts
- Period close and bringing your books up to date
- Monthly report on your company's financial status
- WPS coordination and payslips for employees
VAT and Corporate Tax
- VAT registration and return filing
- Corporate Tax registration and calculation
- Filing returns with the FTA on time
- Free Zone audit coordination (auditor selection)
- Preparing dividend distribution resolutions and TRC
- Tax monitoring: we remind you of deadlines
How the process works —
from the first call to FTA filing
The steps are the same for everyone. Timing depends on the state of your books and transaction volume — discussed individually.
A short call
We get to know you, review your company and the current state of your books. In plain English, no obligation.
Quote and plan
We pick the right plan for your volume and show you what's included and what deadlines are coming up.
Handover and access
We connect to your books, tidy up if needed, and close out past periods.
We keep the books and handle taxes
Monthly bookkeeping, VAT and Corporate Tax calculations, and we keep you in the loop.
Filing and deadline tracking
We file returns with the FTA on time and remind you of deadlines and extensions.
Pricing — starting from
Transparent pricing for monthly service plus one-off services. We confirm the final price after a short call.
"All-inclusive"
For companies with regular activity — full service in one plan.
- Monthly bookkeeping
- VAT and Corporate Tax
- WPS, QuickBooks or Zoho Books
- Free Zone audit coordination
- Dividend distribution resolutions and TRC
- Consultations with your accountant
turnkey
For companies with light activity — bookkeeping, tax and QuickBooks in one plan.
- Monthly bookkeeping
- Corporate Tax (CT): registration and annual return
- Quarterly VAT filing
- QuickBooks setup and subscription
- VAT turnover tracking and registration reminders
- No dividends or TRC — added separately if needed
Add-on for teams
For companies with employees that need full HR record-keeping.
- HR policy
- Leave and payslips
- EOSB calculation
- UAE labour law consultations
Prices are shown as a "from" guide. The final cost depends on transaction volume, the state of your books and your company structure. We tailor the plan to your needs.
Clear English, no jargon
We explain complex things in plain language and keep you informed about what is happening with your company.
Team in Dubai, clients worldwide
We work online with all the Emirates — you don't need to be in the UAE to keep your affairs in order.
Careful with your documents
We only ask for what we need to do the work, and handle your data with confidentiality.
We handle accounting for companies across UAE free zones
Zone names are shown for reference. Specific requirements depend on your jurisdiction, business activity and operational structure — we review these individually.
The essentials, quickly
Answers to the questions we hear most often from international business owners in the UAE.
Let us handle the books and taxes — you focus on the business
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The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute individual tax, legal or audit advice. A company's VAT, Corporate Tax and filing obligations depend on its actual activity, turnover, structure and the applicable UAE Corporate Tax and VAT rules. Service pricing is shown as a guide and is agreed individually. Final conclusions are reached after reviewing the company's documents.