9%
UAE Corporate Tax
Charged on taxable income above AED 375,000. All businesses, including freezone entities, must register with the FTA.
Chartered Certified Accountants · UAE
Big 4 expertise.Founder pricing.
ACCA-qualified accountants delivering VAT, Corporate Tax, R&D Advisory and Company Formation services across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.
FCCA QualifiedBig 4 AlumniFTA RegisteredR&D Specialists
20+
Years Combined
7+
R&D Specialists
2
Jurisdictions
Who We Are
Trusted accountants for theUAE's growing businesses
Welcome to your reliable partner for accounting, tax, and business setup services across the UAE. Backed by 15+ years of Chartered Accountancy expertise, we serve startups, SMEs, and established enterprises with precision, compliance, and care. Whether you need help setting up your company, managing monthly bookkeeping, filing VAT or corporate tax, or finalising year-end accounts, our experienced team ensures you remain compliant and focused on growth.
5%
VAT Compliance
Standard rate on most supplies. Mandatory registration above AED 375,000 turnover. Quarterly returns to the FTA.
15–50%
R&D Tax Incentives
A tiered credit of 15%, 35% or 50% on qualifying R&D from 2026. End-to-end advisory from one of the UAE's few dedicated R&D teams.
What We Offer
Accounting & Tax Services
End-to-end accounting, tax and business setup services across the UAE — delivered by ACCA-qualified specialists.
FeaturedR&D Tax Advisory UAE
Claim the UAE R&D tax credit: a tiered 15%, 35% or 50% credit on qualifying R&D spend from 2026. End-to-end advisory from Emirates R&D Council pre-approval to submission.
Audit Preparation Services UAE
Get your business fully audit-ready. We prepare your financial records, documentation and internal controls to ensure a clean, smooth statutory audit.
Company Formation – Freezone & Mainland
Launch your business in UAE or any Free Zone with full support — license applications, MOA drafting, PRO services, and bank account setup.
Bookkeeping Services
Keep your financial records accurate and audit-ready with monthly or quarterly bookkeeping on Xero, Zoho, and QuickBooks.
Payroll & HR Compliance
We manage WPS-compliant payroll, leave calculations, payslips, and labour law obligations.
VAT Registration & Filing
From FTA registration to quarterly return filing — we help you stay VAT compliant and penalty-free.
Corporate Tax Registration & Filing
Get your business registered and compliant with UAE’s corporate tax laws. We also offer tax planning and transfer pricing support.
FTA Registration Services
VAT and corporate tax registration on EmaraTax, TRN certificates, amendments and deregistration — handled by an FTA registered firm of chartered certified accountants.
Year-End Financial Accounts
Professionally prepared P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements — audit-ready and IFRS-compliant.
How We Work
Four steps to a clear, compliant partnership
Discovery Call
Free 30-minute consultation to understand your business, current setup and compliance needs.
Tailored Proposal
Custom scope, timeline and fixed-fee proposal based on your business size and complexity.
Onboarding & Setup
We handle FTA registrations, system setup, and migration of your existing financial records.
Ongoing Partnership
Dedicated account manager, regular reporting and proactive advisory as your business grows.
Why Countify
Institutional-grade expertise. Founder-friendly delivery.
We pair Big 4 rigor with the responsiveness of a boutique firm. The result: institutional methodology, transparent fixed fees, and a partner who actually picks up the phone.
Founders Background
KPMG UK · FCCA · ACCA · 20+ years combined
Big 4 Background
Our founders trained at KPMG UK and bring institutional-grade methodology to every engagement — without the Big 4 price tag.
ACCA Qualified
Both founding partners are ACCA qualified. You get chartered accountancy expertise on every engagement — never junior staff.
20+ Years Combined Experience
Over 20 years of combined practice across UK and UAE markets. We understand both jurisdictions inside out.
Dedicated R&D Specialists
One of the very few UAE firms offering compliant end-to-end R&D advisory. Led by specialists with 7+ years of focused R&D experience.
FTA Registered & UAE Compliant
Full working knowledge of FTA regulations, UAE Corporate Tax law, VAT amendments 2026 and IFRS reporting requirements.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
Common questions about UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, R&D incentives, and how we work with growing businesses.
Still have questions?
Speak directly to one of our chartered certified accountants. Initial consultation is free.
Contact usYes. Every UAE-incorporated company, including free zone companies, must register for corporate tax with the FTA and file an annual return, even if no tax is due. Individuals must register once their business turnover exceeds AED 1 million in a calendar year. Missing the registration deadline carries an AED 10,000 penalty. Countify handles the full registration and filing process.
The standard rate is 9% on taxable income above AED 375,000. Income below this threshold is taxed at 0%. Small Business Relief may apply for businesses with revenue under AED 3 million. Free Zone entities may qualify for 0% on qualifying income.
Yes. For tax periods starting on or after 1 January 2026, the UAE offers a tiered R&D tax credit of 15%, 35% or 50% of qualifying R&D expenditure (capped at AED 5 million of spend), under Cabinet Decision No. 215 of 2025. Projects need Emirates Research & Development Council pre-approval. Countify is one of the very few UAE accountancy firms offering compliant end-to-end R&D advisory, led by a team with over 7 years of specialist R&D experience.
A freezone company can typically be set up within 3 to 7 working days with the right documents in place. Mainland setup takes slightly longer. Countify manages the full process.
Businesses with taxable turnover exceeding AED 375,000 must register for VAT. Voluntary registration is available from AED 187,500. Countify handles registration and ongoing quarterly filing.
Absolutely. Countify operates in both the UK and UAE. We help UK businesses navigate the full UAE setup process — company formation, banking, VAT, corporate tax and ongoing accounting — with the benefit of understanding both jurisdictions.
UAE Small Business Relief allows businesses with annual revenue under AED 3 million to be treated as having zero taxable income for Corporate Tax purposes. To qualify, a business must elect for relief and meet FTA conditions. The relief is available for tax periods from 1 June 2023 to 31 December 2026. Countify can assess your eligibility and handle the election filing.
A Freezone company operates within a designated economic zone and can benefit from 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, 100% foreign ownership, and simplified customs processes. However, it cannot trade directly with the UAE mainland without a local distributor. A Mainland company allows unrestricted UAE market access but has different licensing and compliance requirements. Countify advises on the best structure for your business goals.
Under UAE Corporate Tax law, businesses must maintain accurate financial records and supporting documents for a minimum of 7 years from the end of the relevant tax period. This includes invoices, bank statements, contracts, and payroll records. Proper bookkeeping is also essential for FTA VAT audits. Countify provides monthly and quarterly bookkeeping services to keep your records audit-ready.
Yes. Countify serves businesses across all seven UAE emirates — Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah — as well as UK-based businesses expanding into the UAE. Services are delivered remotely and in-person, with dedicated account managers for each client.
Yes. Countify is an FTA registered firm of ACCA/FCCA chartered certified accountants. We handle VAT and corporate tax registration, returns, reconsiderations and FTA correspondence for clients on EmaraTax.