Insights: UAE Audit, Tax and Accounting Guides
Practical guides on UAE audit, corporate tax, VAT, transfer pricing, free zones and accounting from the SGA World audit and tax team.

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Best 10 Auditors in UAE: Trusted Audit Firms for 2026
Ten well-known audit firms in the UAE for 2026, from the Big Four to independent firms, plus who needs an audit, how to verify an auditor and what affects audit fees.
Audit · 8 Oct 2026 · 6 min readRead the guide VATZoho Books E-Invoicing UAE: Step-by-Step Setup Guide (2026)How to set up Zoho Books for UAE e-invoicing: appoint Zoho as your ASP on EmaraTax, PINT AE data, pushing invoices, costs and the 30 October 2026 deadline.16 Oct 2026 · 13 min read
- Transfer PricingTransfer PricingHow Many Comparables Does a Transfer Pricing Study Need?There is no fixed minimum number of comparables in UAE transfer pricing. How the screening funnel works, what a strong set looks like and what the FTA expects.8 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
- Transfer PricingTransfer PricingInternal vs External Comparables in Transfer PricingInternal vs external comparables in UAE transfer pricing: what each is, examples, how they compare, which the OECD and FTA prefer, and how to document the search.8 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
- Transfer PricingTransfer PricingWhat Is a TNMM Benchmark Study? (UAE Transfer Pricing)TNMM benchmark studies explained for UAE transfer pricing: when TNMM is used, the steps, profit level indicators, the interquartile range and what the FTA expects.8 Oct 2026 · 3 min read
- Transfer PricingTransfer PricingTransfer Pricing Benchmarking Tools and Databases: Orbis and TP CatalystWhich databases are used for transfer pricing benchmarking in the UAE? Orbis and TP Catalyst explained, how they are used in a study, and why free tools fall short.8 Oct 2026 · 3 min read
DMCCDMCC Suffix Change: From "DMCC" to "FZCO" — What Every Member Company Needs to KnowDMCC suffix change explained: FZCO for new companies from 2 January 2025, FZ Branch for branches, the 18-month transition, the free certificate and what to update.8 Oct 2026 · 4 min read
ComplianceAML Compliance in the UAE: A Practical Guide for BusinessesUAE AML compliance under Federal Decree-Law 10 of 2025: which businesses are covered, what an AML programme needs, goAML, AED 55,000 cash reports and red flags.8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
VATUAE Extends eInvoicing Provider Deadline to 30 October 2026The UAE moved the eInvoicing ASP appointment deadline for AED 50M+ businesses to 30 October 2026, but go-live stays 1 January 2027. What changed and what to do now.8 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
AccountingERPNext Dubai: ERPNext Consultants and Accountants in the UAEERPNext in Dubai: UAE VAT, WPS payroll and e-invoicing readiness, implementation steps and ERPNext accounting from SGA World's ERPNext consultants and accountants.8 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
AuditHow to Choose the Right Audit Firm in Dubai: 10 Key FactorsHow to choose an audit firm in Dubai: 10 factors to compare, a weighted scoring sheet for audit quotes, and the questions to ask before appointing your auditor.8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
DMCCDMCC Approved Auditors 2026: Rules, Deadline and ChecklistDMCC approved auditor rules for 2026: who must comply, the six-month deadline for audited accounts, what auditors must confirm, and how to check your auditor is approved.8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
AuditHow to Obtain a Dubai ICV Certificate for Dubai MunicipalityHow to obtain a Dubai ICV certificate: the Dubai In-Country Value Programme launched in May 2025, who needs it, documents, steps, national vs Dubai ICV, and score tips.8 Oct 2026 · 4 min read
Corporate TaxFTA Clarification on Valuation Method for Qualifying Immovable Property Disposal by Real Estate DevelopersFTA CTP009 explained: how UAE real estate developers use the valuation method under MD 120 of 2023 to exclude pre-tax gains on qualifying property, with an example.8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
VATE-Invoicing in the UAE: 2026 Guide to Deadlines, Rules and PenaltiesUAE e-invoicing explained: who must comply, the 30 October 2026 ASP deadline and 1 January 2027 go-live, the five-corner model, penalties and steps to get ready.8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Free ZonesFree Zone Companies Trading in Mainland Dubai: Permits, Fees and TaxHow Dubai free zone companies can operate on the mainland under Resolution 11 of 2025: branch licence, AED 5,000 temporary permit, conditions, and QFZP and VAT impact.8 Oct 2026 · 4 min read
AuditDubai CA: Chartered Accountants in DubaiWhat chartered accountants in Dubai do, which qualifications and registrations matter, how to choose a CA firm, and what Indian CAs should know about working in Dubai.8 Oct 2026 · 4 min read
PayrollOutsourcing Payroll in the UAE: In-House vs Outsourced PayrollShould your UAE business outsource payroll? In-house vs outsourced payroll compared, hidden costs, the 2026 WPS 1st-of-month rule, risks and how to choose a provider.8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
AccountingWhy SMEs in the UAE Outsource Accounting: 2026 GuideWhy UAE SMEs outsource accounting: corporate tax, VAT and e-invoicing, what is included, when to outsource, in-house vs outsourced costs and how to choose a provider.8 Oct 2026 · 4 min read
Free ZonesDubai International Academic City (DIAC): The Complete Guide for 2026Dubai International Academic City explained: universities, location, DDA and KHDA licensing, corporate tax and VAT for education providers, and DIAC audit rules.8 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
Free ZonesDubai International Academic City Audit Services: A Guide for Education ProvidersDIAC audit requirements for universities and training providers: DDA-approved auditors, deadlines, tuition revenue, IFRS 16 leases, parent university fees, VAT and tax.8 Oct 2026 · 4 min read
AuditTop Dubai Auditors: How to Find an Approved Auditor for Your CompanyWhich auditors can audit your Dubai company? Approved auditor rules for mainland, DMCC, JAFZA, DAFZA, DDA, DIFC and Dubai Land Department, with deadlines and checks.8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
DMCCDMCC Audit Deadline: 2025 Extension, Dates and Late SubmissionDMCC audited accounts are due within six months of year end. The 2025 one-time extension to 30 September, deadlines by year end, and what happens if you are late.8 Oct 2026 · 3 min read
Corporate TaxUAE Small Business Relief (SBR): Corporate Tax Guide, Extended to 2029UAE Small Business Relief explained: AED 3 million revenue test, extension to 2029 under MD 131 of 2026, who is excluded, losses you give up, and how to claim it.8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Corporate TaxGuide to UAE Corporate Tax Calculation: Rates and StepsHow to calculate UAE corporate tax: 0% and 9% rates, steps from accounting profit to taxable income, common adjustments, losses and worked examples.9 Oct 2026 · 3 min read
Corporate TaxCorporate Tax Impact Assessment in UAEWhat a UAE corporate tax impact assessment covers, who needs one in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, what you receive and how it shapes your corporate tax return.16 Oct 2026 · 3 min read
Corporate TaxUnderstanding Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) in UAE Corporate Tax LawWhat a Qualifying Free Zone Person is, the conditions for 0% corporate tax, qualifying income, the de minimis rule and what happens if a condition is missed.9 Oct 2026 · 3 min read