How are creators taxed in the United Arab Emirates?

VAT registration with the Federal Tax Authority is mandatory if taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 over the past 12 months, or are expected to within the next 30 days. Voluntary registration is possible above AED 187,500 of supplies, imports or taxable expenses. Registration is free through EmaraTax.

Sources: FTA: VAT registration

Checked against the official source on October 6, 2026.

Natural persons must register for Corporate Tax if they conduct a business or business activity in the UAE and their annual revenues exceed the registration threshold in the Corporate Tax Law, within the timeline set by FTA Decision No. (3) of 2024.

Sources: FTA: Corporate Tax registration

Checked against the official source on October 6, 2026.