Does UAE corporate tax apply to family foundations?
The Federal Tax Authority has issued specific guidance on how UAE corporate tax applies to family foundations.
The UAE corporate tax landscape continues to evolve, including the Federal Tax Authority's guidance on family foundations. BDO UAE helps family businesses and private clients navigate these changes with practical, tax-efficient structuring, risk management and ongoing compliance support.
What tax advisory and compliance covers
- UAE corporate tax structuring for family businesses and holding structures
- Guidance on the Federal Tax Authority's family foundation rules
- Corporate tax filings and ongoing compliance
- Transfer pricing documentation and support
- Tax risk management aligned to your broader structure
Why this matters now
UAE corporate tax rules affecting family foundations and holding structures are still developing, and non-compliance carries financial and reputational risk. We keep your tax position sustainable and aligned with your broader structure through ongoing filings and transfer pricing support, rather than treating tax as a once-a-year exercise.
Who this service is for
- Family foundations and holding structures affected by UAE corporate tax rules
- Groups with related-party transactions requiring transfer pricing documentation
- Businesses seeking a tax-efficient structure ahead of restructuring or growth
- Family offices needing ongoing corporate tax filing support
Our approach
Tax advisory is coordinated with structuring and corporate services under your dedicated client partner, so tax decisions are made in the context of your full ownership structure rather than in isolation.
Frequently asked questions
What is transfer pricing and does it apply to family businesses?
Transfer pricing rules govern how related entities within a group price transactions with each other, and can apply to family business groups with multiple related entities.
How often do corporate tax filings need to be submitted in the UAE?
Corporate Tax returns are generally filed annually, with the return and any tax payable due within nine months from the end of the relevant financial year. Where applicable, additional notifications and reporting requirements may also apply.
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