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.
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.
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.
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.