Tax
VAT, corporate tax, tax registration, and fiscal policies in the UAE.
Double Taxation: Do You Owe Tax Back Home While in the UAE?
Earning tax-free in the UAE does not always mean owing nothing at home. How UK residence rules, US citizenship tax and double-taxation agreements decide what you owe.
VAT in the UAE: What You Pay and What Is Exempt
The UAE charges 5% VAT, but not on everything. Here is what carries VAT, what is zero-rated or exempt, why your rent has no VAT and how tourists claim refunds.
UAE Corporate Tax: What Freelancers Must Know in 2026
UAE corporate tax can apply to freelancers, but only above clear thresholds. Here is the AED 1 million turnover rule, the 9% rate, small business relief and what to file with the FTA.
Investing From the UAE: The Tax Position Explained
The UAE charges no tax on personal capital gains or dividends, but US withholding, US estate tax and home-country rules still bite. The traps to avoid before you invest.
Do You Pay Income Tax in the UAE? What Expats Need to Know (2026)
Salaries in the UAE remain tax-free in 2026, but that is not the whole story. Here is what is actually taxed, how tax residency works, and what your home country may still expect from you.