VERIFIED 2026 · FORMENZO
Is a UAE free-zone company tax-free?
A UAE free-zone company is highly tax-efficient but not entirely tax-free in 2026. Personal income tax is 0%. Corporate tax is 0% for a Qualifying Free Zone Person on qualifying income, otherwise 9% on profits above AED 375,000. VAT of 5% applies once taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 a year. There is 100% foreign ownership and full profit repatriation.
Formenzo publishes real, all-in 2026 figures, confirmed in writing, with no sales call. See the full Cost Index or the open price dataset (CC-BY).
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