The UAE tax obligation framework is set for more modification from the start of 2026, with new service charge introduced and paper-based certifications terminated as component of a larger digitalisation drive.
The Federal Tax obligation Authority announced the beginning of Cupboard Decision No. 174 of 2025, which modifies certain provisions of Cabinet Choice No. 65 of 2020 on costs for services offered by the Authority.
The adjustments will certainly take effect from January 1, 2026
New UAE tax obligation rules
Under the brand-new Choice, 2 additional fees have been introduced and added to the schedule of service charges supplied by the Authority.
These associate with the solutions of “Application for becoming part of an Unilateral Advance Pricing Agreement for the very first time” and “Application for renewal or change of an Independent Advancement Prices Arrangement”.
According to the Authority , the relocation creates part of continuous initiatives to improve tax obligation conformity and make sure performance and efficiency in application treatments for taxable persons.
The Authority additionally stated the Decision lines up with the federal government’s direction to strengthen electronic government solutions.
Because of this, costs connected with the services of “Issuing a qualified paper Tax Registration Certification (new/replacement)” and “Issuing a licensed paper Storehouse Caretaker Enrollment Certificate (new/replacement)” have been terminated.
Instead, the Authority will provide complimentary electronic registration certificates to all registrants.
These digital certificates will certainly include a QR code, allowing enrollment condition to be verified online, getting rid of the demand for paper certifications and improving convenience of accessibility to solutions.
