TRC fees and timing
How much does a UAE tax residency certificate cost for an individual?
The situation
As reported from the FTA guide: AED 50 application fee, a processing fee of AED 500 to 1,750 paid after approval, and AED 250 for an optional printed certificate.
The law
- FTA guide TPGTR1 on tax residents and TRCs: Fee structure for TRCs
What it means for you
Pay the processing fee promptly or the request may lapse. Example: an individual pays AED 50 on submission and the processing fee on approval. Check the exact fee tier on EmaraTax.
What to do
- Submit with the AED 50 fee.
- Wait for approval.
- Pay the processing fee within 30 business days.
- Download the certificate.
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