Taxation
Navigating UAE Tax Complexity. Ensuring Local Compliance.
With the UAE's evolving tax framework — including the introduction of Corporate Tax and ongoing VAT obligations — businesses must navigate a complex compliance landscape. At KKC UAE, we specialize in helping organizations understand and meet their obligations under UAE tax laws while optimizing their tax position and minimizing risk.
Our team of UAE tax specialists offers deep local expertise and practical insights to support your compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on Corporate Tax, and VAT Law, ensuring your business remains compliant and strategically positioned.
Our Unique Offerings Include:
1. Corporate Tax Strategy & Readiness Programs
- Corporate Tax Registration via the EmaraTax portal
- Tax Return Preparation & Filing in line with FTA guidelines
- Tax Group Formation and advisory on intra-group transactions
- Corporate Tax Impact Assessments tailored to your industry and business model
- Readiness workshops for finance and tax teams
- Custom tax control frameworks to manage compliance risk
- End-to-end support for FTA audits, clarifications, and reconsideration requests
2. Free Zone Optimization Advisory
- Evaluation of Qualifying Free Zone Person status under UAE Corporate Tax Law
- Registration of Free Zone Person with Federal Tax Authority (‘FTA’)
- Evaluation and Health check for documentation to be maintained by a Qualifying Free Zone Person
3. Transfer Pricing Services
With the UAE adopting OECD-aligned Transfer Pricing rules, businesses must ensure arm’s length pricing and proper documentation.
Our Services Include:
- Transfer Pricing Documentation (Master File, Local File, Benchmarking)
- Transfer Pricing Policy Design for multinational groups
- Transfer Pricing Risk Assessments and audit defense
- Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) compliance
- Advisory on intra-group financing, intangibles, and service arrangements
- Transfer Pricing representation before UAE and foreign tax authorities’ with ‘Transfer Pricing representation before UAE FTA and Foreign Tax Authorities
4. FEMA Compliance Services (for Indian Entities Operating in the UAE)
For Indian businesses and individuals operating in the UAE, compliance with the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) is crucial for cross-border transactions. We provide specialized support to ensure smooth and compliant fund flows between India and the UAE.
Our FEMA Services Include:
- FEMA Advisory on ODI, FDI, and ECB transactions
- Structuring of cross-border investments and repatriation
- RBI reporting and compliance filings
- Tax planning for Indian entities with UAE operations
- Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) optimization
- Support for Indian HNIs and family offices with UAE presence
5. Tax Advisory for Subsidiaries and Branches of Indian Entities
Indian companies expanding into the UAE face unique tax and regulatory challenges. We offer specialized advisory to ensure tax efficiency and compliance across jurisdictions.
Our Services Include:
- Entity Structuring Advisory : Choosing between branch, subsidiary, or free zone entity based on tax and operational goals
- Establishment of family offices in DIFC, ADGM, or offshore jurisdictions
- Structuring of trusts, foundations, and holding companies
- Corporate Tax Planning : Optimization of UAE tax exposure while maintaining compliance with Indian tax laws
- Transfer Pricing Alignment : Ensuring arm’s length pricing between Indian HQ and UAE operations
- Profit Repatriation Strategies: Structuring dividend, royalty, and service fee flows to minimize tax leakage
- Withholding Tax and DTAA Advisory : Leveraging India-UAE tax treaty benefits
- Permanent Establishment (PE) Risk Assessment : Avoiding unintended tax liabilities in India or the UAE
- Cross-border Compliance Coordination : Synchronizing UAE and Indian tax filings and disclosures