The UAE has expanded its innovation framework through Cabinet Decision 215 of 2025 and Ministerial Decision 24 of 2026, shifting from IP-focused incentives to supporting genuine R&D activities conducted in the UAE, with qualifying businesses eligible for corporate tax credits on R&D expenditure from 1 January 2026.

Ministerial Decision No. 229/2025 updates the UAE Corporate Tax rules on qualifying and excluded activities, replacing the earlier decision and applying retroactively from 1 June 2023. Free Zone entities may need to reassess their tax positions and amend filings where necessary.

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Markus Susilo and Ouarda El Ghannouti share expert insights on the introduction of the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM), its application, key impacts and benefits for businesses and more.

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Practical implications of a five-year limitation on VAT refund claims

Audits play a critical role in meeting regulatory and tax obligations.

The evolving landscape of tax regulation in the UAE, marked by stricter requirements and increased scrutiny, has made audited financial statements indispensable for businesses of all sizes.

The UAE's introduction of an Advance Pricing Agreement ('APA') framework marks a significant milestone in the country's corporate tax evolution.

In 2025 alone, around 250,000 new companies set up shop in the country, pushing the total number of active firms to more than 1.4 million.

The Emirates must build a sustainable audit quality framework to support its global business ambitions.

Markus Susilo, Partner & International Business Leader at Baker Tilly, outlines how startups in the UAE can navigate the new corporate tax regime, VAT, and Free Zone incentives through smart compliance and early tax planning.