How do I register for corporate tax in the UAE?

Businesses register for UAE corporate tax with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) through the EmaraTax online portal. In outline, you create or log in to an EmaraTax account, add your business as a taxable person, and submit the corporate tax registration application with the required details and documents — typically your trade licence, the details of owners or partners, Emirates ID and passport copies of authorised signatories, and contact and activity information. Once approved, the FTA issues a corporate tax registration number. Registration is required for most resident and non-resident taxable persons, including free zone companies and many individuals carrying on a business, even where the eventual tax rate is 0%. The FTA has set registration deadlines linked to factors such as your licence issue date, and missing them can trigger penalties. Because the exact documents and timelines depend on your entity type, check the current requirements on the FTA portal before applying. If you need help, you can compare verified UAE legal professionals on LEXAI who handle tax registration and compliance.