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iWA Corporate Services

We run the back office,
you run the business.

From tax and accounting to PRO, compliance and wills — a complete, affordable suite that keeps your UAE company compliant and your family protected. Explore each service below, with answers to the questions we hear most.

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Corporate Tax

UAE corporate tax applies to financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. We register you with the Federal Tax Authority, structure your affairs efficiently, and file accurately and on time.

  • 0% on taxable income up to AED 375,000; 9% above.
  • Free-zone companies can achieve 0% on qualifying income as a Qualifying Free Zone Person (five conditions apply).
  • Small Business Relief lets businesses with revenue up to AED 3M elect zero taxable income through end-2026.
  • Large multinationals (€750M+ global revenue) face a 15% DMTT minimum effective rate from 2025.
  • Returns are due within 9 months of your financial year-end; we manage registration via EmaraTax and all filings.
Common questions
Does my free-zone company really pay 0%? +

Only on qualifying income, and only if you meet all five Qualifying Free Zone Person conditions — adequate substance, qualifying income, the de minimis test, no mainland election, and arm's-length pricing. Non-qualifying income is taxed at 9%. We assess and maintain your QFZP status.

When must I register and file? +

All UAE companies, including free-zone entities, must register for corporate tax with the FTA. Returns are filed within nine months of the financial year-end. Late registration or filing carries penalties even if no tax is due, so we keep you ahead of every deadline.

What records do I need to keep? +

Audited or properly maintained financial statements, supporting documents and transfer-pricing records where applicable. Our accounting team keeps you tax-ready year-round.

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VAT Consultancy

VAT in the UAE is charged at 5%. We handle registration, returns, refunds, and prepare you for the country's phased move to mandatory e-invoicing in 2026–2027.

  • Mandatory registration once taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000; voluntary from AED 187,500.
  • Periodic VAT returns filed via the FTA EmaraTax portal.
  • Input-VAT recovery, zero-rated and exempt supply treatment handled correctly.
  • e-Invoicing readiness for the UAE's 2026–2027 phased rollout.
  • VAT health-checks and voluntary disclosures to fix historic errors.
Common questions
Do I have to register for VAT? +

If your taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 in a 12-month period, registration is mandatory. Below that, you can register voluntarily from AED 187,500 — useful for recovering input VAT. We assess your position and register you correctly.

How often are VAT returns filed? +

Most businesses file quarterly, though the FTA may assign monthly periods. We prepare and submit returns on EmaraTax and keep your records reconciled.

What is e-invoicing and does it affect me? +

The UAE is introducing mandatory electronic invoicing in phases across 2026–2027. We make sure your systems and processes are ready ahead of your applicable date.

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Bank Account Opening

Opening a corporate account in the UAE rewards preparation. We position your application with the right bank for your activity and guide you through compliance to approval.

  • Business and personal accounts with leading UAE banks.
  • Bank selection matched to your activity, turnover and nationality profile.
  • Full KYC and source-of-funds documentation prepared in advance.
  • Introductions and application management to reduce delays.
  • Support for both free-zone and mainland companies.
Common questions
How long does it take? +

Typically a few weeks once documents are complete, depending on the bank and your business profile. Good preparation is the single biggest factor — which is exactly what we manage.

What documents are required? +

Generally your trade licence, shareholder and passport documents, proof of address, a business plan or activity description, and source-of-funds evidence. We give you a precise checklist for your chosen bank.

Can non-residents open an account? +

Often yes, though options and requirements differ. We advise on the most realistic route for your situation.

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Accounting & Payroll

Accurate books are the foundation of tax compliance and good decisions. Our accountants run your finances so you don't have to hire in-house.

  • Bookkeeping, reconciliation and IFRS-compliant financial statements.
  • Monthly management accounts and cash-flow reporting.
  • Payroll & WPS (Wages Protection System) processing for your team.
  • VAT- and corporate-tax-ready records maintained year-round.
  • Audit preparation and liaison with external auditors.
Common questions
Do I need audited accounts? +

Many free zones and all Qualifying Free Zone Persons require audited financial statements, and they strengthen banking and tax positions everywhere. We prepare audit-ready books and manage the auditor relationship.

What is WPS payroll? +

The Wages Protection System is the UAE's mandated salary-transfer mechanism. We process payroll and ensure salaries are paid compliantly and on time.

Can you fix messy historic books? +

Yes — we regularly clean up and restate prior periods so you start compliant and audit-ready.

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Compliance Services

UAE companies carry ongoing regulatory obligations. We keep you compliant and penalty-free across every filing.

  • ESR (Economic Substance Regulations) assessments, notifications and reports.
  • UBO (Ultimate Beneficial Owner) register maintenance and filings.
  • AML/CFT programmes and goAML registration for DNFBPs.
  • Licence renewals, lease/Ejari and regulatory deadline tracking.
  • Data-protection and corporate-governance support.
Common questions
What is UBO and why does it matter? +

UBO rules require companies to identify and file details of their ultimate beneficial owners. Failure to maintain an accurate register carries fines. We set up and maintain your UBO records.

Does ESR still apply to my company? +

Economic Substance Regulations apply to entities carrying out certain 'relevant activities'. We assess whether you're in scope and handle any notifications and reports required.

My business is a DNFBP — what do I need? +

Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions must register on goAML and run AML/CFT programmes. We implement the policies, training and registration you need.

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PRO Services

Delegate government and administrative paperwork to our PRO team and reclaim your time. We deal with the queues so you don't have to.

  • Visa processing, renewals, cancellations and status changes.
  • Emirates ID, medical typing and labour/immigration formalities.
  • Document attestation, legal translation and notarisation.
  • Trade-licence renewals, amendments and NOCs.
  • Tasheel / Amer and government-portal transactions.
Common questions
What does a PRO actually do? +

A Public Relations Officer handles your dealings with government departments — immigration, labour, licensing and more. Our PRO team does this on your behalf, accurately and fast.

Can you handle urgent visa renewals? +

Yes. We track expiry dates and process renewals proactively, and can expedite urgent cases through the right channels.

Do you offer attestation and translation? +

Yes — legalisation, attestation and certified legal translation (including Arabic) are part of our PRO service.

Protect your family & assets

Will preparation & registration

Without a registered will, UAE assets can be distributed under default rules and accounts can be frozen during the hardest weeks. We help non-Muslim (and, since 2026, non-Emirati Muslim) residents register a valid will that protects loved ones and names guardians for minor children.

Why register a UAE will

  • Choose your beneficiaries — opt out of default Sharia-based distribution and direct your assets as you wish.
  • Guardianship for children — appoint interim and permanent guardians so minors are never placed in temporary state care.
  • Avoid frozen assets — a registered will helps prevent the automatic freezing of bank accounts and property that follows intestate death.
  • Covers UAE & worldwide assets — real estate, bank accounts, shares, businesses and more, depending on the route chosen.
Who can register
Who is eligible? +

Primarily non-Muslims aged 21+ of sound mind with UAE assets or dependents (residency is not required). A 2026 update also lets non-Emirati Muslim expatriates register civil wills to opt out of Sharia distribution. UAE/GCC nationals are excluded from the non-Muslim registries.

Do I need to be a UAE resident? +

No — non-residents who own UAE assets or have dependents here can register. We handle remote options where available.

Where we register your will — every authority

Dubai · English common law
DIFC Wills Service Centre

Run by the DIFC Courts for non-Muslims. English-language wills, strong for direct enforcement over Dubai & UAE assets, and able to cover worldwide assets. The premium, common-law route.

Abu Dhabi · civil law · UAE-wide
ADJD Non-Muslim Wills (Abu Dhabi)

The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department registry under Law No. 14 of 2021. Bilingual, valid across all seven emirates, and registrable 100% remotely via video notarisation — a cost-effective, nationwide option.

Dubai · Notary Public
Dubai Courts

Will registration for non-Muslims through the Dubai Courts Notary Public under Dubai Law No. 15 of 2017, with estate-administration services for Dubai-based assets.

Abu Dhabi · ADGM
ADGM Courts

Notary Public and non-Muslim wills services within Abu Dhabi Global Market, offered in partnership with ADJD — a further common-law-friendly route.

We recommend the right jurisdiction based on where your assets sit, your preferred language, fee level and whether you need guardianship and worldwide coverage.

How it works

01

Consultation

We review your family, assets and wishes, and recommend the best registry for your situation.

02

Drafting

We draft your will — beneficiaries, executors, guardians and practical clauses — with bilingual translation where required.

03

Registration

We book and manage notarisation/registration, in person or by secure video call, and obtain your certified will.

04

Safekeeping

Your registered will is stored and verifiable; we provide an executor pack so your family can act quickly.

Will preparation FAQs

Which is better — DIFC or ADJD? +

It depends. A DIFC will (English common law) offers direct enforcement over Dubai assets and worldwide coverage, but costs more. An ADJD will (Abu Dhabi civil law) is bilingual, valid across all seven emirates, registrable remotely and more affordable — though enforcing it over Dubai assets can require a deputisation step. We match the route to your assets and budget.

Can a single will cover assets in multiple emirates? +

Yes. An ADJD-registered will is recognised across all seven emirates. DIFC wills cover Dubai and can extend to worldwide assets. We structure your will to avoid gaps and conflicts, including with any overseas will you hold.

Can I appoint guardians for my children? +

Yes — this is one of the most important reasons to register. You can name both interim guardians (to act immediately) and permanent guardians, preventing children from entering temporary state care if both parents pass away.

What about my existing will from my home country? +

A foreign will may not be readily enforceable over UAE assets and can cause delays. We review it and either register a complementary UAE will or coordinate the two so they don't revoke or conflict with each other.

How much does it cost? +

Government registration fees vary by authority and will type (for example, ADJD government fees are modest, with mirror wills for couples). Drafting, translation and our service fees are quoted upfront after your consultation, with no surprises.

How long does the whole process take? +

Once your instructions and documents are ready, drafting and registration typically complete within days to a couple of weeks, depending on the authority and whether translation is needed.

One team for your entire back office

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Investment returns are targets and not guarantees; capital is at risk and subject to investment terms. Visa thresholds, tax rates and will-registration rules are summarised for general guidance and reflect publicly available UAE information as of mid-2026 — final eligibility is determined by the ICP, GDRFA, DLD, FTA, DIFC, ADJD and other competent authorities. Please speak to an iWA specialist for advice specific to your circumstances.
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