
Estimate your net UAE VAT (5%) — VAT collected on sales minus VAT paid on expenses — and see if you must register with the FTA.
United Arab Emirates freelancers pay no personal income tax — this estimates your net VAT payable (VAT collected on sales minus VAT paid on expenses).
Net VAT payable
AED 2,600
Effective rate 4.3% on AED 60,000 revenue
Below the AED 375,000 VAT registration threshold — registration may be voluntary.
Estimates your net UAE VAT at the standard 5% rate (VAT collected on sales minus VAT paid on expenses). Freelancers pay no personal income tax; check the AED 375,000 FTA registration threshold. Simplified estimate for planning only — not tax advice.
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