Accounting & Tax for
IFZA Companies
Corporate Tax, VAT, bookkeeping and company setup for IFZA-registered IT, SaaS and consultancy businesses — so your low-cost free-zone licence stays fully compliant and tax-efficient.
Who we help in IFZA
Why founders choose IFZA
The International Free Zone Authority (IFZA), based in Dubai, is one of the most popular low-cost free zones for new technology businesses. Setup can be completed remotely in just a few working days, with no paid-up capital requirement. That makes it a natural home for solo founders, consultants, and early-stage SaaS and IT businesses who want Dubai credibility without premium overheads.
Quick to set up — but compliance still applies
A lean free-zone licence doesn't mean light obligations. Every IFZA company must register for Corporate Tax, keep proper accounting records, and register for VAT once it crosses the threshold. The founders who get caught out are usually the lean, one-person setups who assumed "free zone" meant "nothing to file." We make sure your IFZA company is compliant from day one — without drowning you in admin.
The 0% Corporate Tax question for IFZA companies
As a free-zone entity, your IFZA company can pay 0% on qualifying income if it meets the Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) conditions — genuine substance, qualifying income, the de minimis limit, transfer pricing, and audited accounts. And if your revenue is at or below AED 3,000,000, Small Business Relief may be the simpler route to a 0% outcome. We assess both and pick the cleanest path for your situation.
VAT and bookkeeping for IFZA businesses
VAT registration is mandatory above AED 375,000 of taxable supplies, and many IFZA service businesses register voluntarily to recover input VAT. Clean, cloud-based bookkeeping underpins all of it — your VAT returns, your Corporate Tax position, and the audited accounts you'll need to claim 0%. We set the whole stack up so it runs quietly in the background.
How we help IFZA companies
IFZA accounting & tax FAQs
Do IFZA companies have to pay UAE Corporate Tax?
Every IFZA company must register for Corporate Tax with the FTA. Whether you actually pay depends on your numbers: as a Free Zone company you may qualify for 0% on qualifying income (QFZP), and many lean IFZA businesses also fall under Small Business Relief if revenue is at or below AED 3,000,000. We work out the most efficient, compliant position for you.
Can my IFZA company get the 0% Corporate Tax rate?
Potentially — if you meet the Qualifying Free Zone Person conditions: genuine substance in the UAE, qualifying income, the de minimis limit, transfer-pricing compliance and audited financial statements. IFZA's low-cost, often single-owner setups can still qualify, but it takes correct structuring and clean records, which we handle.
Does a small IFZA company really need audited accounts?
If you want to claim the 0% QFZP rate, audited financial statements are required — even for a one-person company. We prepare your accounts and coordinate the audit, so claiming 0% doesn't trip you up later.
Do I need to register my IFZA company for VAT?
VAT registration becomes mandatory once your taxable supplies pass AED 375,000 (voluntary from AED 187,500). Many IFZA service and consultancy businesses register voluntarily to recover input VAT on their costs. We assess and handle it.
Can I run my IFZA company from outside the UAE?
Often yes — IFZA is popular precisely because it allows remote setup and 100% ownership. But there are Corporate Tax substance points to get right if you operate from abroad, which we'll walk you through before you rely on the 0% rate.
Disclaimer
The information on this page is general guidance only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. Free Zone, Corporate Tax and VAT regulations change, costs vary by package, and every business is different. Please consult a qualified professional — such as Khizr UAE — and IFZA directly before making any decision. Khizr UAE accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the content of this page.
Running an IFZA company? Let's keep it compliant.
Book a free consultation with Sadik Panjwani, ACA, to review your IFZA company's Corporate Tax, VAT and bookkeeping.
Other Free Zones
Our Services