Tax Residency Certificate

Planning significant ventures in the UAE? Obtain a Tax Residency Certificate in Dubai, UAE to eliminate double taxation and leverage the UAE’s tax agreements with other countries, ensuring more financial benefits for you.

How to Obtain a Tax Residency Certificate in Dubai, UAE?

Follow these steps to secure a Tax Residency Certificate in Dubai:

Visit the Ministry of Finance UAE website and create an account.
Log in to the portal and fill out the application for the tax residency certificate.
Wait for the application to be approved.
Complete the online payment once the application is approved.

Criteria to Obtain a Tax Residency Certificate in Dubai, UAE

To qualify for a Tax Residency Certificate in Dubai, you must meet the following criteria:

Eligibler	Non-Eligible/th>
Company operating in UAE mainland	Free zone company
Individual investor/business owner	Employed individual
Branch of a foreign company	Offshore company
Non-employed individual (with spouse visa).

Documents Required to Obtain a Tax Certificate in Dubai

Ensure you have the following documents to apply for a tax certificate in Dubai:

For Companies:
- Copy of valid trade license
- Copy of valid lease or tenancy contract
- Passport and residence visa copy of authorized signatory (Manager/Director/Owner)
- Emirates ID copy of authorized signatory (Manager/Director/Owner)
- Certified bank statement of an AED account for the last 6 months
- Audited financial statement
For Individuals:
- Valid passport and visa copy
- Bank statement for the last 6 months
- Certified tenancy contract with Ejari (RERA) attestation/title deed
- Salary certificate
- Immigration (entry and exit) report of residency

Validity of Tax Residence Certificate in Dubai, UAE

A Tax Residence Certificate in Dubai is valid for 1 year. You can choose specific dates based on your requirements.

Processing Time

The process of issuing a tax residency certificate in Dubai typically takes about 1 week for application approval.

Why Choose Sanad Services Center?

Sanad Services Center is a leading consultant in Dubai, specializing in business setup and tax planning. We offer expert guidance on:

Structuring investments for optimal business value
Establishing tax-efficient structures (e.g., offshore companies, trusts, foundations)
Leveraging UAE’s Double Taxation Agreements (DTAAs) to minimize tax obligations
Handling all statutory filings and meeting regulatory tax requirements

Double Tax Avoidance Agreement (DTAA)

The UAE’s Double Taxation Treaty (DTT) ensures that foreign investors and companies can avoid double taxation. This agreement benefits those investing in the UAE by exempting them from certain taxes, enhancing the attractiveness of UAE business setup.

Note: The issuance of Tax Residency Certificates in Dubai is now overseen by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) as of November 14, 2020, through its e-services.

UAE has signed the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement or Double Taxation Treaty (DTT) with the following countries:

Albania	Algeria	Andorra
Argentina	Armenia	Austria
Azerbaijan	Bangladesh	Barbados
Belarus	Belgium	Belize
Bosnia and Herzegovina	Brunei	Bulgaria
Canada	China	Comoros
Croatia	Cyprus	Czech Republic
Egypt	Estonia	Ethiopia
Fiji	Finland	France
Georgia	Germany	Guinea
Hellenic Republic (Greece)	Hong Kong	Hungary
India	Indonesia	Ireland
Italy	Japan	Jordan
Kazakhstan	Kenya	Korea
Kyrgyzstan	Latvia	Lebanon
Lithuania	Luxembourg	Macedonia
Malaysia	Maldives	Malta
Mauritius	Mexican States	Montenegro
Morocco	Mozambique	Netherlands
New Zealand	Pakistan	Panama
Philippines	Poland	Portugal
Republic of Moldova	Romania	Russia
Senegal	Serbia	Seychelles
Singapore	Slovak Republic	Slovenia
South Africa	Spain	Sri Lanka
Sudan	Switzerland	Syria
Tajikistan	Thailand	The Republic of Paraguay
Tunisia	Turkey	Turkmenistan
Ukraine	United Kingdom	Uruguay
Uzbekistan	Venezuela	Vietnam

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FDA).

To get benefits from the double taxation policy in Dubai.

After staying for at least 180 days in the emirate.

4-5 days.

One year.