TRC for a UAE company
Can my UAE company get a tax residency certificate?
The situation
Yes. UAE companies can apply for a TRC on EmaraTax, usually to claim treaty benefits abroad.
The law
- Art 11, Federal Decree-Law 47 of 2022: Juridical persons incorporated in the UAE are resident persons
What it means for you
Companies typically upload the licence, audited or management accounts, lease and Corporate Tax registration. Example: a Dubai company receiving Indian royalties may need a TRC for treaty withholding rates. Fees for companies are higher than for individuals.
What to do
- Confirm Corporate Tax registration.
- Collect licence, accounts and lease.
- Apply on EmaraTax.
- Send the TRC to the payer.
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