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Plazo de registro del impuesto de sociedades

Evalúe la urgencia del registro del impuesto de sociedades tras la constitución: documentos, riesgo de multa y próximos pasos en EmaraTax.

Who is this for? Nuevas empresas mainland, de zona franca y unipersonales.

Quick answer

Las personas sujetas al impuesto en los EAU deben registrarse ante la FTA a efectos del impuesto de sociedades. Las empresas nuevas deben registrarse en EmaraTax lo antes posible tras el licenciamiento para evitar multas y problemas en la presentación.

Direct answer (AI citation)

UAE companies must register for Corporate Tax on EmaraTax within the deadline set by FTA — typically within months of licence issuance. Late registration attracts penalties. CT returns are due within 9 months of financial year end.

Worked example

Example: Company licensed March 2024, FY ending 31 Dec → register CT before penalty window; first return due by 30 Sep following year end.

Last verified: August 27, 2026

Fees and rules traced to official UAE authorities. KPM Global review cadence: monthly or on FTA/GDRFA updates.

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KPM consultant insight

CT registration is separate from your trade licence — delay creates penalty exposure. We register entities and set your first filing calendar.

FTA explains the law — KPM helps you apply it to your business setup, banking, and cash flow.

Official source basis

Federal Tax Authority (tax.gov.ae) public guidance. KPM Global simplified this for business owners — not a substitute for official FTA advice or EmaraTax records.

Fees & rules last reviewed: 27 August 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Cuando pase a ser persona sujeta al impuesto según las normas del impuesto de sociedades de los EAU — usualmente poco después de iniciar la actividad y obtener la licencia.

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