What we do
Clear guidance before you commit.
Review foreign tax paid and supporting evidence when considering foreign tax credit treatment in the UAE. Our team will confirm the scope, supporting documents and likely costs before starting work.
Quoted by countries and transactions
Final pricing depends on your selected centre, licence, activity and any applicable authority requirements.
What is included
How it works
From first question to next step.
Provide foreign income, tax receipts and financial statements for an initial assessment.
Why work with Arabian Group?
Better organised financial records
Orderly source documents and reconciliations give you a clearer starting point.
Early visibility of compliance gaps
Find mismatches, missing evidence or classification questions before a deadline.
Support through the process
One team coordinates records, review and submission or follow up with you.
Documents to prepare
The exact list varies with your situation and the relevant authority. These are the common starting documents.
- Trade licence and current EmaraTax access details
- Trial balance and general ledger for the review period
- Sales and purchase invoices and credit notes
- Bank statements and reconciliations
- Previously filed tax returns and authority correspondence
- Import, export or warehouse records where relevant
FAQs about this service
Who provides the final quote?+
Your Arabian Group consultant will provide a written quote after reviewing your current requirements and the applicable authority or supplier charges.
Are government charges included?+
Government and third party charges are listed separately unless your written offer states otherwise. Ask us to confirm before you make payment.
How do I get started?+
Call our main team, send a WhatsApp message or leave your details in the enquiry form. We will ask for a few documents and outline the next steps.
Read the detailed service guide
Arabian Group provides expert Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) advisory services to help businesses and individuals eliminate the burden of double taxation on international income. Our tax specialists guide you through the complete process of identifying eligible foreign taxes paid and claiming credits in accordance with UAE and international tax regulations.
We ensure accurate documentation, proper tax treaty application, and full compliance with regulatory requirements so you can maximize tax relief and improve your global tax efficiency with confidence.
Foreign Tax Credit Advisory Services in UAE
Arabian Group offers specialized Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) advisory services to help businesses and individuals reduce their global tax burden by claiming eligible foreign taxes paid. Our experts ensure proper application of tax laws and double taxation treaties to maximize available credits while maintaining full compliance with UAE and international tax regulations.
We assist you in streamlining documentation, verifying eligibility, and accurately filing claims so you can avoid double taxation and improve your overall tax efficiency across jurisdictions.
A Tax Relief Mechanism to Avoid Paying Tax Twice on Foreign Income
A Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) is a tax relief provision that allows businesses and individuals earning income from outside their home country to claim a credit for taxes already paid in a foreign jurisdiction.
This helps reduce the overall tax liability in their country of residence. In the UAE context, FTC provisions help eligible taxpayers offset foreign taxes paid against their UAE tax obligations, ensuring they are not taxed twice on the same income.
Understanding Requirements and Limits for Claiming FTC Benefits
To claim a Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) in the UAE, taxpayers must provide accurate documentation of their foreign-sourced income and taxes paid. This ensures proper verification and compliance with applicable UAE tax regulations and international tax principles.
The eligibility and credit calculation depend on key factors, including the total income earned abroad, the amount of tax paid in the foreign jurisdiction, and the UAE corporate tax payable on that foreign income.
Maximizing Your Foreign Tax Credit Benefits with Expert Guidance
Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) provide significant advantages for businesses and individuals engaged in cross-border activities. These treaties help eliminate the burden of being taxed twice on the same income and create a more favorable environment for international trade and investment.
Encourages foreign investment by creating tax certainty and reducing tax barriers Facilitates smooth and efficient cross-border business transactions Strengthens economic relationships and trade cooperation between countries Increases investor confidence, making treaty countries more attractive for business expansion
Maximize Tax Savings and Ensure Compliance on Cross-Border Transactions
Arabian Group provides specialized Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) advisory services to help businesses and individuals fully utilize available tax relief under UAE tax regulations. We support you with:
Assessing FTC eligibility and guiding you on required documentation and compliance requirements
Assisting in accurately claiming maximum allowable foreign tax credits in line with applicable tax laws and double taxation agreements
Ensuring efficient tax structuring so you can maximize profitability from global income and operate consistently across jurisdictions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know About UAE Corporate Tax Compliance
Our experts help simplify complex tax regulations so your business can stay informed, compliant, and confident.
A Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) allows businesses and individuals to claim credit for taxes already paid in a foreign country, reducing the risk of being taxed twice on the same income.
Taxpayers earning foreign-sourced income who are subject to UAE Corporate Tax may be eligible to claim FTC, subject to compliance and documentation requirements.
FTC works by allowing you to offset foreign taxes paid against your UAE tax liability on the same income, subject to certain limits and conditions.
You typically need proof of foreign income, tax payment certificates from the foreign jurisdiction, and relevant financial records supporting the claim.
Yes, the FTC is generally limited to the lower of the foreign tax paid or the UAE corporate tax payable on that same foreign income.
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