The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) participated in the 60th General Assembly of the Inter-American Centre of Tax Administrations (CIAT), as part of its efforts to strengthen its presence in international tax forums, enhance cooperation with global tax administrations, exchange best practices and
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The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) honoured the winners of the Al Ruwad Excellence Award in recognition of their outstanding efforts and effective contributions to the Authority’s development and innovation journey. This comes as part of the FTA’s firm commitment to promoting a culture of institutional excellence, fostering positive competition among employees, and enhancing
In line with the Year of the Family, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) marked the International Day of Families, observed annually on 15 May, by organising the Family Festival. The initiative reflects the Authority’s commitment to promoting family values, strengthening social cohesion, and reinforcing its belief that the family is the cornerstone of a cohesive […]
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has obtained two international accreditations in accordance with ISO standards. The Authority has received ISO 18295-01 certification for contact centre management and ISO 10002:2018 certification for customer complaints management, in an achievement that reflects its commitment to institutional excellence and its dedication to applying
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced the entry into force of Cabinet Decision No. (129) of 2025 amending certain provisions of Cabinet Decision No. (40) of 2017 on administrative penalties imposed for violations of tax laws in the UAE, following its effective date on Tuesday, 14 April 2026. The FTA confirmed that the Decision […]
The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has today announced that, for the third consecutive year, it has received the “Corporate Ethical Procurement and Supply” Certification, awarded by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), a leading global organisation specialising in procurement and supply chain standards. This achievement reflects the
His Excellency Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Mulla, Director General of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), affirmed that the commemoration of Zayed Humanitarian Day, observed on the 19th of Ramadan to mark the anniversary of the passing of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, represents a significant national occasion. It is a time to express […]
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has obtained two new international accreditations for ISO standards in the fields of Customer Satisfaction Monitoring and Measurement and Public Sector Procurement. The Authority received certification for ISO 10004:2018, related to the system for monitoring and measuring customer satisfaction, and BS 95009:2019, related to public
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has launched the Labaih Initiative, which is designed to provide tailored access to its services for senior citizens, enabling them to complete their tax related applications, requests and tax compliance obligations, as well as exercising their rights smoothly, efficiently, and accurately, with full respect for privacy. The tailored
His Excellency Khalid Ali Al Bustani, Director-General of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), affirmed that the Authority achieved a number of qualitative milestones during 2025, and continued to advance its development efforts in line with its policies aimed at fostering creativity and innovation, in order to meet the expectations of all categories of customers. […]
As a key government exhibitor at the 45th edition of GITEX Global 2025, the world’s largest technology exhibition, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) witnessed a record number of visitors to its stand from multiple delegations and representatives of local and international government, as well as private sector entities and individuals. With the event concluding today, […]
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and Abu Dhabi Customs (ADC) have strengthened their strategic partnership to provide greater facilitation for commercial operations in Abu Dhabi. The two entities will intensify their cooperation to develop procedures through electronic linking channels, contributing to achieving compliance with the applicable tax legislation in the UAE
The Federal Tax Authority is participating in the 45th edition of GITEX Global 2025, which runs from 13-17 October at the Dubai World Trade Centre, with the participation of more than 6,800 international companies from 180 countries. In its latest edition, the focus on technology sectors, includes the latest developments in biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and […]
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has today issued a reminder for all Corporate Taxable Persons, including Exempt Persons required to register, to promptly submit their Tax Returns (or Annual Declarations) within a period not exceeding nine months from the end of their respective Tax Periods (or from the end of the Financial Year for exempt […]
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has reiterated today the importance of early preparation and timely submission of Corporate Tax Returns and payment of Corporate Tax Payable, within the specified deadlines for each Tax Period, in order to avoid incurring late payment penalties and non-compliance fines. The FTA underlined that all Taxable Persons subject to Corporate […]
On the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day,the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) reaffirmed its continued commitment to strengthening its policies that safeguard gender balance in the workplace, a goal it has successfully maintained since its establishment more than eight years ago. Such efforts reflect the FTA’s contribution to building a sustainable future for Emirati women,
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) emphasises the obligation for all Taxable Persons subject to UAE Corporate Tax to maintain all records and documents supporting the information provided in their Tax Returns or any other document required to be submitted to the FTA. These records enable the FTA to verify the Taxable Person’s Taxable Income for […]
The Federal Tax Authority’s (FTA) “FTA’s Innovation Team”, in collaboration with the ’01Gov’ platform, recently organised an employee retreat as part of the Authority’s strategy to contribute to implementing the objectives of the second cycle of the Zero Government Bureaucracy programme. The aim being to expand digital integration with
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) marked International Youth Day, emphasising that young talent forms the cornerstone of institutional development and serves as a driving force for innovation, solution creation, and enhancing the competitiveness of government work, in line with the UAE’s vision to empower youth and prepare them for future leadership roles. The FTA stated
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has reaffirmed its continued efforts to enhance and diversify its awareness campaigns and communication channels to effectively reach all stakeholders involved in tax implementation. This aims to strengthen engagement with taxpayers and beneficiaries across all emirates of the UAE, while highlighting the Authority’s continuously expanding





























