— International Tax

International Tax in Dubai, UAE

Cross-border tax handled properly: tax residency certificates, double tax treaty relief, permanent establishment and structuring advice from a registered tax consultant .

UAE Registered Tax Consultant
45+ Years CA Experience
IFRS Compliant
Free Zone & Mainland

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Overview

Cross-Border Tax Handled by a Registered UAE Tax Consultant

UAE businesses and residents increasingly face tax in more than one country: foreign shareholders, overseas customers, group companies abroad, staff working across borders. Each of these creates questions about where profit is taxed and how to avoid paying twice.

Al Burhan provides international tax services in Dubai: tax residency certificates, double tax treaty analysis and relief claims, permanent establishment assessments, withholding tax reduction, cross-border structuring, transfer pricing and the UAE treatment of foreign income.

The UAE has one of the largest double tax treaty networks in the world. As a registered UAE tax consultant with 45+ years of chartered accountancy experience, we help you actually use it, for fixed fees agreed upfront.

What Our International Tax Services Include

Our international tax services in Dubai range from a single TRC application to complete cross-border structuring for groups.

Tax Residency Certificates

TRC applications for companies and individuals through the UAE, prepared with the documentation that gets approvals through the first time.

Double Tax Treaty Relief

Treaty analysis and relief claims so the same income is not taxed twice across the UAE and partner countries.

Permanent Establishment Advice

Assessment of PE risk when foreign companies operate in the UAE or UAE companies work abroad, before a tax authority decides for you.

Cross-Border Structuring

Holding, trading and service structures designed around genuine substance and treaty access, not paper arrangements.

Transfer Pricing

Arm’s length pricing and documentation for cross-border dealings between related companies, satisfying the UAE and foreign authorities.

Withholding Tax Advice

Treaty-based reduction of foreign withholding taxes on dividends, interest, royalties and service fees.

Foreign Income & Tax Credits

Correct UAE corporate tax treatment of foreign income: branch exemptions, participation exemption and foreign tax credits.

Pillar Two & Group Rules

Guidance for groups within scope of the 15% global minimum tax and the UAE domestic minimum top-up rules.

UAE Representation

Registered tax consultant representation in cross-border queries, clarifications and disputes before the UAE.

— Why Outsource

Why Cross-Border Tax Needs Specialist Advice

Cross-border tax sits at the junction of two or more legal systems. Small technical details decide whether you pay once, twice or not at all.

Stop Double Taxation

Treaty relief claimed properly, so the same profit is taxed once, not twice.

TRCs Without Rejections

Residency applications prepared to UAE requirements and approved the first time.

PE Risk Managed

Know where you create taxable presence before a foreign authority tells you.

Substance That Stands

Structures built around real activity, the only kind that survives review.

A Treaty Network That Works

The UAE has one of the largest treaty networks in the world. We help you actually use it.

Registered Tax Consultant

Cross-border positions defended before the UAE by a registered consultant .

— UAE Legal Requirement

When Does International Tax Affect Your Business?

International tax stops being theoretical the moment any of these apply to you:

The Cost of Getting It Wrong

Cross-border mistakes are expensive twice: foreign tax paid unnecessarily, and UAE positions unravelling under review.

Missed treaty relief commonly costs 5 to 15 percent in avoidable withholding tax, and an unmanaged permanent establishment can create years of back taxes abroad.

Al Burhan maps your cross-border position, claims the reliefs you are entitled to and documents the rest.

— How We Work

How Our International Tax Service Works in 4 Simple Steps

Getting started is straightforward. Here is exactly how we bring your cross-border tax under control.

01 Free Cross-Border Review

A free call to map your cross-border footprint: ownership, income flows and where people actually work. No obligation, just clarity.

02 Proposal & Agreement

We send a clear fixed-fee scope of work. No hourly billing. No surprise invoices. You know exactly what you're paying before we start.

03 Mapping & Advice

We analyse treaties, residency and PE exposure, then give you a clear position paper with practical steps.

04 Implementation & Filings

TRCs applied for, relief claims filed, documentation maintained and positions monitored as rules change.

— Industries We Serve

International Tax for Every UAE Industry

Cross-border exposure looks different in every sector. We know where it hides in yours.

Construction & Contracting

Cross-border projects, PE risk and expat workforce issues

Restaurants & Hotels

Foreign franchise fees, royalties and management charges

Trading & Distribution

Import-export flows, foreign suppliers and agency structures

Real Estate & Property

Foreign investors in UAE property and outbound investments

Technology & Startups

Cross-border SaaS income, IP location and withholding taxes.

Healthcare & Clinics

Foreign specialists, group clinics and cross-border services.

Manufacturing

Export sales, foreign subsidiaries and transfer pricing

Logistics & Freight

International transport income and treaty exemptions

— Why Choose Al Burhan

Why Choose Al Burhan for International Tax in Dubai?

45+ Years of CA Experience

Led by a qualified Chartered Accountant with over four decades of UAE experience — free zones, mainland, and multinational clients.

UAE Registered Tax Consultant

Registered and approved UAE Federal Tax Authority tax consultant — your VAT and corporate tax handled to the UAE's own standard.

IFRS-Compliant Reporting

All financial statements prepared to International Financial Reporting Standards — mandatory for UAE businesses.

Audit-Ready at All Times

Books maintained to audit standard from day one — no year-end scramble. We liaise directly with your external auditor.

Dedicated Accountant Per Client

One person who knows your business — not a rotating team. Always reachable, always familiar with your financial situation.

Fixed Fee — No Surprises

Transparent fixed monthly fee based on your transaction volume. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices — ever.

— Why Choose Al Burhan

"Throughout our time working together, Al Burhan has provided invaluable guidance and support. They have a deep understanding of our business and industry, and are always willing to share their insights and knowledge with us."

45+

Years of CA Practice

500+

UAE Businesses Advised

100%

UAE Compliance Focused

— FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about international tax for UAE businesses and residents.

What is a tax residency certificate and why do I need one?

A TRC is issued by the UAE and proves UAE tax residency for a specific treaty country and period. It is the document foreign tax authorities require before granting treaty benefits such as reduced withholding tax.

Who can get a UAE tax residency certificate?

Companies established and managed in the UAE, and individuals who meet the physical presence and residency tests. Requirements differ for companies and individuals, and by treaty. We assess eligibility before applying.

How long does a TRC take?

Typically 1 to 2 weeks for approval once documents are complete, plus certificate processing. Incomplete applications are the main cause of delay, which is why preparation matters.

What is a double tax treaty?

An agreement between two countries deciding which of them taxes each type of income, and at what reduced rates. The UAE has one of the largest treaty networks in the world, covering most major economies.

What is permanent establishment?

A taxable presence a company creates in another country through a fixed place of business or dependent agents. Create one unknowingly and that country can tax the related profits, often with penalties and back taxes.

Does UAE corporate tax apply to foreign income?

UAE companies are generally taxed on worldwide income, but exemptions can apply for foreign branches and qualifying shareholdings, and foreign tax credits can offset tax paid abroad. The right treatment depends on the facts, which we map for you.

Can you reduce foreign withholding tax on our income?

Often, yes. Where a treaty applies, withholding on dividends, interest, royalties and fees can drop substantially, sometimes to zero. It requires the right residency evidence and forms, which we prepare.

What is Pillar Two and does it affect us?

The 15% global minimum tax applies to multinational groups with revenue above EUR 750 million. If your group is in scope, the UAE domestic minimum top-up tax may also apply. We assess exposure and plan for it.

Do you handle transfer pricing for international groups?

Yes. Cross-border dealings between related companies must be priced at arm's length and documented. We prepare the analysis and files that satisfy both the FTA and foreign authorities.

How much does international tax advice cost?

TRC applications and specific relief claims are quoted as fixed fees. Broader structuring and advisory work is scoped and priced upfront. Contact us for an exact quote.

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