Accounting & Tax Services Dubai — Full Compliance, Zero Guesswork

Since the introduction of UAE Corporate Tax and VAT, accounting compliance is a legal obligation — not an option. Missed filings, incorrect VAT returns, or late Corporate Tax registration carry real financial penalties. Getting it right from the start requires a dedicated team that knows the UAE regulatory environment inside out.

HBS Dubai provides end-to-end accounting, bookkeeping, VAT, and Corporate Tax services for businesses of all sizes. We are not a bolt-on service — we are a dedicated accounting partner who knows your company, manages your deadlines, and keeps you fully compliant with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).

What HBS Does For You

From the moment your company is incorporated, HBS can take over your full accounting function — monthly bookkeeping, VAT filings, Corporate Tax registration and returns, and financial reporting. One team, one relationship, full visibility.

• ✅ Monthly bookkeeping and bank reconciliation
• ✅ VAT registration and quarterly return filing with the FTA
• ✅ Corporate Tax registration and annual filing
• ✅ Management accounts: monthly P&L, balance sheet, cash flow
• ✅ Annual financial statements and audit coordination
• ✅ Dedicated accountant — a named contact who knows your business

Why Businesses Trust HBS With Their Accounts

Accounting errors in the UAE are costly to correct and can attract FTA attention. HBS brings 20+ years of Dubai business experience to every client relationship — combined with a specialist tax team that stays current with every FTA update and regulatory change.

• ✅ 20+ years of UAE accounting and tax compliance expertise
• ✅ End-to-end: company, visa, bank account, accounting — one relationship, zero friction
• ✅ Multilingual team: English, French, Arabic
• ✅ Dedicated accountant per client — not a faceless shared inbox
• ✅ Business Bay, Dubai — on the ground, locally embedded

UAE Tax Obligations in 2026 — What Every Business Must Know

The UAE tax landscape has changed significantly since 2018. Here is a clear summary of the mandatory obligations every Dubai business faces in 2026.

• Corporate Tax (CT): Introduced 1 June 2023. A 9% Corporate Tax applies to taxable profits above a statutory threshold. All UAE-registered businesses with taxable revenue must register with the FTA, regardless of profitability. CT returns must be filed annually. Qualifying Freezone Persons may benefit from a 0% rate on qualifying income — subject to substance and compliance conditions.
• VAT (Value Added Tax): Introduced January 2018 at 5%. Businesses with taxable supplies exceeding the mandatory registration threshold must register for VAT with the FTA and file quarterly returns. Voluntary registration is available below the threshold. Input tax recovery is available where eligible.
• Annual audit: Certain entities — including freezone companies claiming Qualifying Freezone Person status and companies above a defined revenue threshold — are required to prepare audited financial statements. HBS coordinates with licensed UAE auditors where required.
• Economic Substance Regulations (ESR): Businesses in certain sectors (banking, insurance, IP, shipping, holding companies, and others) must demonstrate genuine economic substance in the UAE and file annual ESR reports.

Non-compliance with any of these obligations results in FTA penalties. HBS ensures your business is correctly registered, properly filed, and fully compliant — on time, every time.

Common Questions

Does my freezone company need to register for Corporate Tax?

Yes. All UAE-registered entities — including freezone companies — must register for Corporate Tax with the FTA. Qualifying Freezone Persons may benefit from a 0% rate on qualifying income, but registration and annual filing remain mandatory. HBS manages this process for all clients.

What happens if I miss a VAT filing deadline?

Late VAT returns attract automatic FTA penalties. HBS manages all filing deadlines for our accounting clients — you will never miss a deadline under our watch.

Do I need an accountant if my company has no revenue yet?

Yes. CT registration is required regardless of revenue. VAT registration may be triggered by imports, even before sales begin. And proper bookkeeping from day one avoids costly reconstruction later. HBS offers accounting packages calibrated to early-stage businesses.

Can HBS handle accounting for both mainland and freezone companies?

Yes. HBS provides accounting services for mainland LLCs, freezone entities, and offshore companies across all UAE jurisdictions. Our team is familiar with the specific reporting requirements of each structure.

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