Certified UAE Tax Consultant

The Certified UAE Tax Consultant course is designed for professionals who want to develop practical knowledge of the United Arab Emirates tax system. Learn the fundamentals of UAE VAT and corporate tax, understand Federal Tax Authority (FTA) procedures, explore tax registration and return filing requirements, and build skills in tax compliance, documentation, and client advisory. The course focuses on practical applications and commonly encountered tax scenarios to help learners understand their responsibilities as tax professionals. Applicable tax laws, rates, thresholds, and filing requirements should be verified against current official FTA guidance.

What you will learn

• Understand the UAE taxation framework and the role of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA)
• Explain the principles of UAE Value Added Tax (VAT)
• Understand UAE corporate tax rules, taxable income, and relevant exemptions
• Identify tax registration, deregistration, and return filing requirements
• Understand input and output VAT, tax invoices, and record-keeping obligations
• Recognize common tax compliance risks, penalties, and administrative procedures
• Prepare for practical tax consultancy and client advisory responsibilities

Course outline

1. Introduction to the UAE Tax System and FTA
2. UAE VAT Law, Taxable Supplies, and Place of Supply
3. VAT Registration, Tax Invoices, and Record Keeping
4. VAT Returns, Input Tax Recovery, and Adjustments
5. UAE Corporate Tax Framework and Taxable Persons
6. Taxable Income, Deductions, Exemptions, and Reliefs
7. Corporate Tax Registration, Returns, and Compliance
8. Tax Audits, Administrative Penalties, and Dispute Procedures
9. Practical Tax Cases and Client Advisory

Who is this course for?

• Accountants and finance professionals
• Tax consultants and aspiring tax practitioners
• Business owners and entrepreneurs
• Corporate finance and compliance professionals
• Students pursuing careers in taxation