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David Daly

David Daly is a partner at the Gulf Tax Accounting Group in the UAE

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An entity’s accounts are presented differently depending on whom they are being read by. Getty Images
UAE corporate tax: The role of external financial audit

There is uncertainty about where liability arises with returns that are later found to include errors

EconomyMarch 13, 2025
The tax implications are different depending on whether you are considering corporate tax or VAT. Silvia Razgova / The National
Business InsightsUAE corporate tax: Considerations with barter

The monetary value of any barter deal concluded today can be calculated with a high degree of accuracy thanks to a common medium of exchange

EconomyFebruary 26, 2025
The UAE introduced the federal corporate tax with a standard statutory rate of 9 per cent, starting from the financial year beginning on or after June 1, 2023. Silvia Razgova / The National
UAE corporate tax: How to keep up with changing timelines

Some companies have received communications that their financial years for corporate tax reporting purposes are changing again

EconomyFebruary 14, 2025
It is imperative for entities to promptly notify any changes in their name, address, contact details, or activities as listed on their trade licence. Silvia Razgova / The National
Business InsightsUAE corporate tax: Why businesses should beware the Ides of March

Failure to update documents such as passports and trade licences could lead to penalties, starting end of March

EconomyJanuary 30, 2025
As the FTA portal operates both VAT and corporate tax regimes on the same platform, there are shared data fields. Antonie Robertson / The National
Business Insights Why 2025 is a key year for UAE corporate tax

Companies have nine months after their reporting year ends to prepare, submit and settle any outstanding amounts

EconomyJanuary 16, 2025
Several details will need to be clarified to ensure merged entities abide by corporate tax regulations. Silvia Razgova / The National
What corporate tax means for mergers and acquisitions in the UAE

Implications will be different for companies if the deal involves international organisations

EconomyJanuary 02, 2025
OECD's Pillar Two reform establishes a global minimum corporate tax, mandating large multinationals to pay at least 15% tax on profits in every country they operate. Silvia Razgova / The National
Business InsightsUAE corporate tax: Implications of Pillar 2 rules for businesses

Implementation of OECD's tax rules may simply transfer the problem that it is attempting to address

EconomyDecember 19, 2024
Businesses must remain cognisant of the corporate tax guidance specific to their operations. Antonie Robertson / The National
Business InsightsKey points from the UAE's corporate tax guide

Lengthy document released this month is a must-read for businesses

EconomyNovember 28, 2024
The recent Federal Decree Law No 16 of 2024 introduced amendments to the UAE's VAT law of 2017, including the implementation of e-invoicing. Getty Images
CommentWhy understanding VAT’s e-invoicing rules in UAE is crucial for business owners

The new regulations will be in place from July 1, 2026 and will apply to both business-to-business and business-to- government transactions

EconomyNovember 12, 2024
The first corporate tax returns are due at the end of December 2024. Getty images
CommentUAE corporate tax: How to account for fixed and depreciating assets

Businesses can treat an asset as a one-off expense or it can be capitalised and depreciated over its useful life

EconomyOctober 29, 2024
If the seller of services is also an owner of the business, then everything must be done at arm’s length. Silvia Razgova / The National
UAE corporate tax: What you need to know about related party transactions

An owner or partial shareholder must take note of their status within the operational business

EconomyOctober 16, 2024
Al Khalidiya neighbourhood in Abu Dhabi. Owners of mixed-use buildings must ensure they separate the financials of each space for tax purposes. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
How will UAE corporate tax apply to owners of mixed-use buildings?

It is important for all those eligible for the tax to keep track of their reporting period

EconomyOctober 01, 2024
The Federal Tax Authority provides a comprehensive corporate tax guide for Exempt Persons. Nick Donaldson / The National
UAE corporate tax exemptions boost public benefit organisations' impact

Donations made to such organisations are deductible against taxable profits

EconomySeptember 17, 2024
Businesses to collaborate to deal with UAE corporate tax

By tapping into diverse sources of knowledge and expertise, entities can better navigate the complex landscape of regulatory compliance

EconomySeptember 03, 2024
The GCC is a customs union, with an agreed-upon VAT law that will be fully enforced only when all six member countries have implemented VAT in their respective jurisdictions. Pawan Singh / The National
UAE corporate tax: Why businesses must have an efficient documentation system

It is equally important to ensure all paperwork is compliant with the law

EconomyAugust 20, 2024
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