The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) is urging all natural persons conducting business in the UAE to complete their corporate tax registration before March 31, 2025, to avoid penalties. Individuals earning AED 1 million or more in 2024 must register via EmaraTax or Tas’heel Centers. The FTA has launched an SMS campaign and digital awareness initiatives to ensure compliance. Failure to register will result in a fine of AED 10,000. Stay informed through FTA’s website and social media channels to avoid penalties and ensure smooth tax filing.
FTA Intensifies Awareness on Corporate Tax Registration
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) is ramping up its efforts to ensure natural persons conducting business in the UAE are aware of their corporate tax registration obligations. With the March 31, 2025, deadline fast approaching, the FTA urges all eligible individuals to complete their corporate tax registration to avoid penalties.
SMS Campaign to Boost Corporate Tax Compliance
To reach as many people as possible, the FTA has launched a nationwide SMS campaign in collaboration with UAE’s leading telecom providers, e& and Du. These messages serve as reminders for individuals earning AED 1 million or more in 2024 to register for corporate tax before the deadline. The SMS reads:
“Important Announcement: Individuals who conducted business in the UAE and generated revenue of AED 1 million or more in 2024 are required to apply for Corporate and Business Tax application before the 31st of March 2025 to avoid late registration penalties. For more information: Read Here
This initiative is part of a broader awareness campaign that includes traditional and digital media, aiming to maximize outreach and ensure compliance.
Who Needs to Register for Corporate Tax?
According to the FTA, any natural person conducting a business or business activity in the UAE, whose total revenue exceeds AED 1 million in a calendar year, is required to register for corporate tax. This applies to:
- Sole proprietors
- Individual business owners
- Partners in joint ventures
It is essential for these individuals to submit their corporate tax registration before March 31 of the following year to avoid penalties. Failure to register on time will result in a fine of AED 10,000.
How to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE
The FTA has made corporate tax registration seamless and accessible through multiple channels:
1. EmaraTax Digital Platform
Users can register online through EmaraTax by visiting https://eservices.tax.gov.ae/. First-time users need to create an account using their email and phone number before proceeding with corporate tax registration.
2. Tas’heel Service Centers
For those who prefer in-person assistance, corporate tax registration can also be completed at various Government Service Delivery Centers (Tas’heel Centers) across the UAE.
3. FTA’s Official Website & Social Media
The FTA continues to provide regular updates and guidance on corporate tax registration through its website and social media platforms. Taxpayers can access laws, executive decisions, clarifications, and manuals such as the Guidance Manual on the Registration of Natural Persons (CTGRNP1) to ensure compliance.
Key Takeaways
- The corporate tax registration deadline is March 31, 2025.
- Any natural person earning AED 1 million or more in 2024 must register.
- Failure to register results in a fine of AED 10,000.
- FTA is running an SMS campaign to remind eligible individuals.
- Taxpayers can register via EmaraTax or Tas’heel Centers.
- Registration is available 24/7 through EmaraTax.
- The FTA provides guidelines and manuals for tax compliance.
- Corporate tax applies to sole proprietors and individual business owners.
- Compliance ensures smooth tax filing and avoids penalties.
- More than 405,000 awareness messages have already been sent.
By taking action now, individuals can ensure compliance with tax regulations and avoid unnecessary penalties. Stay informed and register before the deadline!
