KPMG supports organizations across the entire Corporate Tax lifecycle in the UAE, combining advisory, compliance, financial reporting, and dispute resolution to help businesses navigate the evolving tax landscape with confidence.

Our advisory services guide businesses on tax positions, day-to-day technical matters, and complex transactions or restructurings. We help design robust tax policies, governance frameworks, and risk controls to strengthen oversight and decision-making.

Within the financial reporting cycle, we ensure accurate Corporate Tax provisions, assess uncertain tax positions, and interpret IFRS requirements to support reliable, compliant reporting.

Compliance and operational services cover registration, deregistration, preparation and filing of tax returns, and acting as Tax Agent with representation before authorities, ensuring obligations are met efficiently.

For tax audits, disputes, and authority interactions, KPMG delivers practical support, managing engagements and providing litigation assistance where required.

Across all areas, technology enablement enhances efficiency and transparency, leveraging KPMG digital tools to streamline processes, mitigate risk, and embed sustainable tax practices.

Our Corporate Tax services are delivered by professionals with extensive international experience and deep local knowledge. The team combines tax specialists, accountants, and lawyers with diverse skillsets, providing a multidisciplinary approach to every client challenge.

Expert team

Seasoned professionals with deep UAE tax expertise

Innovative solutions

Cutting-edge approaches to complex Tax challenges

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Reliable guidance for your business growth

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Corporate Tax compliance

End-to-end compliance solutions for UAE Corporate Tax

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Corporate Tax Advisory

Tax advisory services, including tax positions, day-to-day technical matters, and complex transactions or restructurings

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Global Compliance Management Services

Involvement of member firms for the local compliance cycle of the clients, managed centrally from the UAE

Assistance in Corporate Tax registration and de-registration services – Standalone and Tax Group.
Assistance in filing the Corporate Tax return (preparation or review)
Assistance in filing Voluntary Disclosures, in case of errors identified in Corporate Tax returns.
Submission of applications for availing Corporate Tax exemption and annual declarations.
Submission of waivers and/or reconsiderations in case of penalties levied by the Federal Tax Authority.
BEPS Pillar 2.0 Compliance support
Support during the financial reporting cycle
Assistance in the computation of the tax provision and tax disclosure notes in compliance with IAS 12 – Income taxes, UAE Corporate Tax Law and UAE’s BEPS Pillar Two provisions (whether interim or annual/standalone or consolidated) (including BEPS Pillar Two assessment)

Strategic Planning & Risk Assessment

Corporate Tax impact assessment
Evaluation of eligibility for Free Zone regime/exemption
Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax & Pillar Two planning
Review of Permanent Establishment & Place of Effective Management reviews

Structuring & Business Design

Tax-efficient structuring of entities and transactions
Market entry analysis & jurisdiction selection
Pre-transaction advice (disposals, reorganizations)
Value chain analysis for operational efficiency

Interpretation & Official Rulings

Private clarification & Advance Pricing Application support
Sector-specific tax guidance

Emerging Issues & Governance

Legislative change impact analysis
BEPS Pillar Two readiness
Tax governance frameworks & documentation

Ongoing Advisory Support

Ad-hoc corporate tax advisory
In-house training for finance & tax teams

Local compliance, globally delivered

From tax return preparation and provision calculation to bookkeeping and payroll compliance, KPMG professionals from member firms worldwide can help you manage accurately, on time and in line with local requirements.

Smarter processes powered by data

We advise on compliance process design, data extraction and control frameworks, helping to improve the accuracy and scalability of your global tax and compliance programs.

Tax transformation with integrated technology

From our people to our KPMG Digital Gateway platform, our technology connects data, automates processes and enhances reporting accuracy, helping you transform digital tax for confident global compliance

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Emirate level Taxation

Assistance in navigating through taxation at the Emirate level for foreign banks and companies engaged in the extraction of natural resources

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Private clarifications

Assistance with obtaining private clarifications for clients from the Federal Tax Authority in cases of ambiguity in the law by preparing technical positions and interpretative explanations.

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Corporate Tax Health Checks

Proactive assessments designed to identify gaps and strengthen compliance frameworks.

Interpretation and application of Emirate-level tax regulations, focusing on oil and gas legislation, fiscal letters, and banking sector rules.
Analysis of the interplay between Emirate taxes and the UAE Corporate Tax regime to determine tax obligations accurately.
Assessment of whether specific business activities, especially in oil and gas, fall within the Corporate Tax scope, despite gaps in Emirati tax laws.
Support with communication and compliance involving the Federal Tax Authority and local government entities.
Assistance with the preparation and submission of Emirate-level tax returns to ensure timely and accurate filing.
Guidance on local tax obligations in the context of international tax frameworks, including Pillar 2 (covered taxes), to align with global standards.

Providing support in preparing and submitting an application for private clarification to tax authorities, helping clients resolve situations where the UAE Corporate Tax Law is ambiguous or open to interpretation.
Our experienced team guides you through the entire process, ensuring your queries are clearly articulated so you gain formal, reliable guidance that reduces compliance risks and enhances tax certainty.

Provide a comprehensive review of your Corporate Tax compliance undertaken and risk exposure, identifying potential gaps and areas for improvement before they escalate.
Our experts assess your processes, filings, and documentation to ensure alignment with the latest regulations and best practices. This preventive approach helps safeguard your business from unexpected Corporate Tax exposure, enhances compliance readiness, and supports sustainable tax management with confidence.

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ESR/Tax audit assistance

Support in responding to queries/clarifications from tax authorities

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Tax agency services (in process)

Comprehensive Tax agency services, including representation before the Tax Authority, compliance management, and regulatory liaison support

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Tax governance

Development of Tax Policy documentation along with Tax procedure manuals and process flows

Provide comprehensive support throughout the ESR / tax audit process, helping clients navigate inquiries from tax authorities.
Our team assists in collating requisite documentation, drafting responses to queries/clarifications from the tax authorities, and managing interactions to ensure compliance while protecting your interests. By combining technical expertise with practical experience, we help minimize risks, resolve issues efficiently, and provide strategic guidance to address audit findings effectively.

Support organizations in establishing robust tax governance frameworks that enhance transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency.
Our services include developing procedure manuals, RACI matrices, process maps, and tax technical manuals, ensuring that roles, responsibilities, and workflows are clearly defined within the organization.
By integrating best practices and regulatory requirements, we help clients strengthen internal controls, streamline tax processes, and mitigate compliance risks, fostering a culture of consistent and reliable tax management.