Taxation


UAE Corporate Tax: Businesses Must Register July 31 Or Face $2,723 Penalty

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The initiative applies to Corporate Taxpayers and certain exempt persons who are required to register with the FTA in t... Read more

UAE Announces New Tax Benefits For Fair Value Investment Properties

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UAE taxpayers who elect for the realisation basis can now deduct depreciation from their taxable income for investment ... Read more

Saudi Arabia Extends Cancellation Of Fines And Exemption Of Penalties By 6 Months

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Minister of Finance approves the extension to taxpayers under all Saudi tax laws, starting July 1 this year until 31 De... Read more

Personal Income Tax Comes Into Effect In Oman From January 1, 2028

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Only 1% of population in the tax net as the first personal IT law imposes 5% tax on those with income above $109,230, a... Read more

UAE Tax Authority Launches New Moáther Package To Support Influencer Tax Compliance

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FTA aims to support business sectors by providing them with tools for self-compliance with UAE tax legislation Read more

Capital Haus Expands UAE Presence With Strategic Wealth Management Acquisition

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The move strengthens Capital Haus’s position in the private wealth sector, bringing an additional $150 million in fun... Read more

FTA Urges Registrants To Take Advantage Of Grace Period And Update Records

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Administrative penalties will be imposed once the grace period announced by the UAE cabinet ends on 31 March 2025 Read more

Side Hustles In Dubai; UAE Petrol Prices; Saudi Job Localisation; Habtoor Cancels Lebanon Investments – 10 Things You Missed This Week

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UAE petrol prices, Dubai real estate analysis, Saudi job updates, how to get a side hustle and more top stories this we... Read more

UAE Corporate Tax: FTA Sets March Deadline For Registration Of Natural Persons

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According to the FTA, a natural person is defined as a living individual of any age, residing in the UAE or elsewhere Read more

Kuwait Begins 2025 With A 15% Tax On MNCs In Economic Diversification Bid

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The new tax is part of the country’s broader effort to promote economic development and ensure financial sustainabili... Read more

Kuwaits New 15% Tax On MNEs To Strengthen National Economy, Minister Says

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Kuwait's economy is approaching a new phase of diversification and competitiveness, Fassam said Read more

UAE Corporate Tax: FTA Urges Businesses To Register Before December 31 Deadline To Avoid Penalties

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The FTA noted that Cabinet Decision No. 75 of 2023 imposes Administrative Penalties on Taxable Persons who fail to regi... Read more

UAE Ministry Of Finance Makes Major Amendments To Ministerial Decisions

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Announcements relate to Tax Groups and Participation and Foreign Permanent Establishment Exemptions and aim to enhance ... Read more

UAE Salaries To Fall; Corporate Tax Changes; Top Dubai Real Estate Areas; Drone Deliveries Launched – 10 Things You Missed This Week

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UAE and Saudi salary updates, Dubai real estate analysis, Corporate Tax changes, major health insurance update and more... Read more

UAE Corporate Tax Hike To Fuel Influx Of Multinational Companies Flocking To Freezones

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A Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT) will take effect in the UAE for financial years beginning on or after 1 January 20... Read more

Kuwait Sets 2025 Start For 15% Corporate Tax In Major Fiscal Overhaul

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The reform comes as Kuwait seeks to diversify its revenue streams beyond oil income, following similar moves by other G... Read more

UAE Announces Changes To Tax Compliance Requirements For Unincorporated Partnerships

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The announcement was made by the UAE's Ministry of Finance on Monday Read more

Oman Set To Introduce 50% Tax On Sweetened Drinks

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Oman will introduce a 50% levy on sweetened drinks from October 1 next. Read more

UAE's FTA Extends Deadline For VAT Filings, Payments

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The move is valid for the tax period ending March 31 Read more

VAT Implementation In KSA And UAE: A Firsthand Impression

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Some businesses are yet to fully understand the proper application of VAT on goods and service, writes Nidal Abou Zaki, ... Read more