Our Services
Complete accounting and tax solutions for IT businesses in the UAE.
Company Formation
Start your IT business in the UAE. We handle Free Zone and mainland registration, trade licenses, and bank setup.
Company Formation for IT Companies and Tech Startups in the UAE
Setting up a technology business in the UAE has never been more attractive. With 0% personal income tax, a growing tech ecosystem, world-class infrastructure, and access to both regional and international markets, the UAE is one of the best places in the world to build an IT company. But choosing the wrong legal structure, the wrong free zone, or the wrong license type at the start can cost you significantly more in tax, compliance, and restructuring fees down the line.
At Khizr UAE, we guide IT companies, SaaS businesses, software developers, digital agencies, and tech freelancers through the entire company formation process — from choosing the right structure to opening your corporate bank account.
Free Zone vs Mainland — Which Is Right for Your IT Business?
This is the single most important decision you will make when setting up your tech business in the UAE. Free zone companies benefit from 100% foreign ownership, simplified setup processes, and potential 0% corporate tax on qualifying income — but they have restrictions on trading directly with UAE mainland clients. Mainland companies can trade freely across the UAE but have different tax and compliance obligations. We assess your business model, your target clients, and your growth plans to recommend the right structure for your specific situation.
Which Free Zone Is Best for IT and Tech Businesses?
The UAE has over 40 free zones, but not all of them are equally suited to technology businesses. The most popular options for IT companies include IFZA, JAFZA, DIFC, DMCC, and Dubai Internet City — each with different license types, cost structures, and compliance requirements. We help you compare the options, understand the true cost of setup and annual renewal, and choose the free zone that gives your IT business the best foundation.
What Our Company Formation Service Includes
Our company formation service for IT businesses covers everything from initial structure advice and free zone selection, through to trade license application, Memorandum of Association preparation, visa processing, and corporate bank account opening support. We handle the paperwork, liaise with the relevant authorities, and keep you informed at every step — so you can focus on building your business rather than navigating government processes.
Bookkeeping & Accounting
Keep your books clean and compliant. Monthly invoicing, expense tracking, and financial statements.
Monthly Bookkeeping for IT Companies, SaaS Businesses, and Tech Startups in the UAE
Clean, accurate books are the foundation of every well-run IT business. Without them, you cannot make good financial decisions, you cannot file accurate VAT and corporate tax returns, and you cannot present credible financial statements to investors, banks, or free zone authorities.
At Khizr UAE, we provide outsourced monthly bookkeeping exclusively for technology businesses in the UAE. We understand the financial complexity that comes with running an IT company — multiple revenue streams, subscription billing cycles, multi-currency transactions, and project-based income — and we handle all of it accurately and on time.
Bookkeeping for SaaS Companies — IFRS 15 Revenue Recognition
One of the most common and costly bookkeeping mistakes SaaS companies make in the UAE is recording subscription revenue incorrectly. Under IFRS 15, subscription income must be recognised over the period it is earned — not all at once when the invoice is paid. We ensure your revenue recognition is IFRS 15 compliant, which protects you during FTA reviews and gives you accurate monthly financial statements.
Multi-Currency Bookkeeping for IT Businesses
Many IT companies in the UAE invoice clients in USD, EUR, or GBP while their costs are in AED. Managing the exchange rate differences, reconciling multi-currency bank accounts, and reporting accurately in AED for FTA purposes requires specialist knowledge. We handle all of this as part of your monthly bookkeeping package.
What Our Bookkeeping Service Includes
Our monthly bookkeeping service covers transaction recording, bank reconciliation, expense categorisation, accounts receivable and payable management, monthly financial statements, and management reports that give you a clear picture of your business performance every month.
VAT Registration & Filing
Stay VAT compliant. Monthly filings on time, every time. Reclaim your input VAT.
VAT Registration & Filing for IT Companies and Tech Businesses in the UAE
VAT was introduced in the UAE in January 2018 at a standard rate of 5%. For IT companies, software businesses, digital agencies, SaaS providers, and tech freelancers, VAT compliance involves more than just filing a return every quarter — it requires a clear understanding of which services are taxable, which are zero-rated, and how cross-border digital services are treated under UAE VAT law.
At Khizr UAE, we handle VAT registration and quarterly filing exclusively for technology businesses. We understand the specific VAT challenges that IT companies face — from invoicing international clients to managing input VAT on software subscriptions and equipment.
When Does Your IT Business Need to Register for VAT?
If your taxable turnover exceeds AED 375,000 in any 12-month period, VAT registration with the FTA is mandatory. If your turnover exceeds AED 187,500, voluntary registration is available and often beneficial. We assess your revenue, advise on the right time to register, and handle the entire FTA registration process on your behalf.
VAT on Digital Services and SaaS — What IT Companies Need to Know
If your business provides software, digital products, or SaaS subscriptions to customers inside the UAE, these are standard-rated supplies subject to 5% VAT. If you provide services to clients outside the UAE, different rules may apply. Getting this wrong leads to either overpaying VAT or underpaying — both of which create problems with the FTA. We make sure your invoices, your VAT returns, and your FTA filings are all correct from day one.
What Our VAT Service Includes
Our VAT service for IT businesses covers initial registration with the FTA, quarterly VAT return preparation and submission, input VAT recovery on your business expenses, invoice compliance review, and full FTA correspondence management. We track every filing deadline so you never face a late penalty.
Corporate Tax Services
Legally pay less tax. Free Zone optimisation, tax planning, and annual compliance.
Corporate Tax Services for IT Companies & Tech Businesses in the UAE
The UAE introduced a 9% Corporate Tax in June 2023 under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022. For IT companies, SaaS businesses, software developers, and tech startups operating in the UAE, understanding your corporate tax obligations is no longer optional — it is a legal requirement.
At Khizr UAE, we specialise exclusively in corporate tax compliance for technology businesses. We understand the unique revenue models, cost structures, and free zone arrangements that IT companies deal with — and we make sure you are fully compliant while paying only what you are legally required to pay.
Who Needs to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE?
Every business operating in the UAE — whether on the mainland or in a free zone — must register for corporate tax with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). This includes IT service providers, SaaS companies, software development firms, digital agencies, and technology freelancers. Failure to register on time carries an automatic penalty of AED 10,000.
Can IT Companies Pay 0% Corporate Tax?
Yes — but only if specific conditions are met. Free zone companies that earn what the FTA classifies as "Qualifying Income" may be eligible for the 0% free zone tax rate. However, the rules are detailed and easy to get wrong. We assess your business structure, your revenue streams, and your free zone status to determine exactly what rate applies to you — and how to structure your affairs to maximise your tax efficiency legally.
Small Business Relief — Do You Qualify?
If your business earns less than AED 3 million in revenue, you may be eligible for Small Business Relief — which effectively reduces your corporate tax liability to zero for that tax period. We assess your eligibility, handle the election process with the FTA, and make sure you do not miss out on relief you are entitled to.
What Our Corporate Tax Service Includes
Our corporate tax service for IT businesses covers everything from initial registration with the FTA, through to annual tax return preparation and filing. We handle your taxable income calculation, deductible expense review, transfer pricing considerations for businesses with related-party transactions, and full liaison with the FTA on your behalf.
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