UAE tax and regulatory registrations
UAE Tax & Regulatory Registrations

Stay compliant. Keep your business moving.

Establishing a company in the UAE is only the beginning. Tax registrations, regulatory filings and corporate disclosures can bring important obligations — and knowing which requirements apply to your business matters.

Megillion helps businesses navigate relevant UAE tax and regulatory registration requirements, coordinate documentation and understand the steps involved, from VAT and Corporate Tax registration to Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) requirements and UAE Tax Residency Certificates (TRC).

Introduction

The right registration starts with understanding your obligations.

Not every business has the same requirements. Your activities, legal structure, financial position and circumstances can affect which registrations apply and when action is needed.

Missing a requirement or approaching it without the right documentation can create unnecessary delays and compliance risks.

Megillion helps you identify the relevant registration requirements, coordinate supporting documents and navigate the applicable processes — with your wider corporate obligations in mind.

Because compliance isn’t simply about submitting a form. It’s about understanding what your business needs to get right.

Tax & regulatory support

The registrations your business needs. The details handled with care.

Corporate Tax Registration

Coordinate your UAE Corporate Tax registration with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), including the supporting company information and documentation required for your application.

Corporate Tax Registration →

VAT Registration

Understand the applicable VAT registration requirements and coordinate your application based on your business activities, taxable supplies and supporting records.

VAT Registration →

UAE Tax Residency Certificate (TRC)

Need to demonstrate UAE tax residency for an international tax matter? We help eligible individuals and companies navigate the Tax Residency Certificate application process, coordinate supporting documentation and understand the relevant requirements.

A TRC may be used in connection with applicable double taxation agreements, subject to eligibility and the relevant treaty provisions. Issuance is subject to FTA approval.

Discuss Your TRC Application →

Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) Registration

Coordinate beneficial ownership disclosures and supporting corporate documentation in line with the requirements applicable to your company.

Discuss UBO Requirements →

Other Tax & Regulatory Registrations

We help identify and coordinate other applicable registrations and regulatory requirements relevant to your company’s activities, structure and operating jurisdiction.

Review Your Requirements →
Beyond submitting applications

We consider the obligation behind the registration.

A registration is not just another item on a checklist. It forms part of your company’s wider compliance position.

We look at your circumstances first.

We consider your business structure and activities before identifying the relevant requirements.

We take documentation seriously.

We help coordinate supporting records and identify gaps that may need to be addressed.

We understand the connections.

Tax registrations, corporate information and regulatory disclosures may overlap. We consider these relationships rather than treating every application in isolation.

We keep you informed.

You should understand what information is needed, what remains outstanding and what happens next.

We know when specialist advice matters.

Registration coordination is different from tax planning or formal tax advice. Where your circumstances require specialist input, we recognise that distinction.

How we work

Clear requirements. Careful coordination.

  1. 01

    Understand

    We learn about your company, activities, structure and the registration or certificate you need.

  2. 02

    Assess

    We help identify the applicable requirements and supporting documentation.

  3. 03

    Prepare

    We coordinate the information and documents needed for the relevant application.

  4. 04

    Submit & Follow Up

    We coordinate the submission and help address outstanding requests, where applicable.

  5. 05

    Keep the Bigger Picture in View

    We help identify related registration or corporate compliance requirements that may need attention.

Requirements, eligibility, processing times and outcomes depend on the relevant authority and your circumstances.

Tax & regulatory registrations

Frequently asked questions

Is Corporate Tax registration mandatory for every UAE company?

Corporate Tax registration requirements depend on the applicable rules and the company’s circumstances. Many UAE juridical persons subject to Corporate Tax must register with the FTA, including where registration is required even if no tax is ultimately payable. The specific position should be confirmed for your business.

When must a UAE business register for VAT?

For UAE-resident businesses, mandatory registration generally applies when taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over the previous 12 months or are expected to exceed that threshold in the next 30 days. Voluntary registration may be available at AED 187,500, subject to the applicable conditions. Different rules can apply to non-resident businesses.

What is a UAE Tax Residency Certificate (TRC)?

A TRC is issued by the FTA upon application to eligible applicants and may enable them to seek benefits under applicable double taxation agreements. Eligibility and supporting evidence depend on the applicant’s circumstances and the relevant requirements.

Can an individual apply for a UAE TRC?

Individuals may be eligible, depending on their tax residency circumstances and supporting evidence. The relevant criteria should be checked before submitting an application.

What is UBO registration?

UBO registration involves disclosing the individuals who ultimately own or control a company, as required under the applicable rules. The relevant company must identify and maintain the required ownership information and disclosures.

Can Megillion help with more than one registration?

Yes. We can coordinate relevant Corporate Tax, VAT, UBO and TRC requirements, helping you understand which processes apply and what documentation may be needed.

Does Megillion provide tax advice?

Megillion supports registration coordination and related corporate requirements. Tax planning, complex tax interpretation and specialist advisory matters may require a qualified tax professional.

Built to move. Made to remain ours.

Compliance starts with knowing what applies to you.

Whether you need a Corporate Tax or VAT registration, a UBO filing or a UAE Tax Residency Certificate, start with a clear understanding of your circumstances and the requirements involved.

Tell us what your business needs. We’ll help you identify the next steps.