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Corporate Tax: UK vs UAE
Corporate tax structures play a significant role in shaping the business environment of a country, influencing where businesses choose to set up operations. This blog by Choose UAE aims to provide an in-depth comparison of corporate tax systems in the United Kingdom (UK) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), focusing on how these tax regimes impact businesses and entrepreneurs.
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Corporate Tax: UK vs UAE
Corporate Tax in UK
As of 2023, businesses in the robust and comprehensive UK tax system face a main corporation tax rate of 19%. However, with an increase to 25% announced from April 2023, businesses turning profits over £250,000 must prepare for a higher levy. Those earning less than £50,000 will continue to enjoy the 19% rate, with a gradually rising scale for profits falling between £50,000 and £250,000. Notably, the UK operates under a self-assessment tax regime, placing the onus on businesses to accurately compute and remit their taxes. Alongside corporate tax, companies are also accountable for Value Added Tax (VAT), Business Rates, and National Insurance contributions. To facilitate cross-border trade and prevent double taxation, the UK has established a vast network of double tax treaties with numerous countries.
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Corporate Tax in UAE
The corporate tax landscape in the UAE is quite different from that in the UK. Traditionally, the UAE has been recognized as a tax haven due to its lack of federal corporate tax. However, effective from 1 June 2023, a new corporate tax has been introduced in the UAE. This tax is levied on businesses with annual profits in excess of AED 375,000. The exact tax rate has not been disclosed yet, but it’s expected to remain competitive to attract foreign investment.
Conclusion
Unlike the UK, the UAE does not impose any personal income tax, which can be a major advantage for entrepreneurs and businesses. Moreover, the UAE has established over 115 double tax treaties with various countries, including the UK, to prevent double taxation of income.
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