Accounting Services in Dubai
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Accounting services in Dubai cover bookkeeping, VAT and corporate tax compliance, payroll, and audit support required by UAE companies. Legarithm handles day-to-day bookkeeping, tax filings, payroll through the Wage Protection System (WPS), and audit preparation, using cloud accounting platforms to keep records organised and reviewable. Setting up a business? See Dubai company formation. For tax matters, explore our UAE tax services and Business Services in Dubai hub.
Why Legarithm for your accounting services in Dubai
Dubai compliance now covers VAT, corporate tax, e-invoicing and, for some free-zone companies, audit requirements. When bookkeeping and tax filing are handled by different providers, inconsistencies can arise between records and returns. Keeping both with one team helps maintain consistent and organised records.
We are a licensed corporate-services provider (CSP) regulated by Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority, with experience in FTA VAT and corporate-tax filings for free-zone and mainland companies. We handle bookkeeping, VAT and corporate-tax registration and returns, WPS payroll and audit preparation using cloud accounting platforms. We prepare your records and liaise with your appointed auditor but do not provide the statutory audit itself.
Accounting services in Dubai: key benefits
What working with Legarithm on your accounting in Dubai is designed to provide.
Accounting services in Dubai: who it suits
Accounting support in Dubai can be useful for businesses at different stages and with different reporting needs.
Start-ups
Founders who want to outsource bookkeeping and compliance without building an in-house team.
SMEs
Growing companies that need regular bookkeeping, VAT and corporate-tax filing, and clear financial reporting.
Free-zone companies
Businesses in DMCC, IFZA, Meydan and other zones with specific accounting and audit requirements.
Multinationals
Groups that need to align UAE accounting and tax reporting with global and head-office requirements.
High-volume & e-commerce
Trading and online businesses with many transactions that need organised records and e-invoicing readiness.
Holding companies
Companies holding assets or shares that still have corporate-tax, record-keeping and reporting obligations.
Accounting services in Dubai: what’s included
Accounting services in Dubai with Legarithm can cover bookkeeping, tax compliance, payroll, reporting and audit preparation, depending on your business needs.
Bookkeeping
Regular recording of sales, expenses, payroll and other business transactions.
VAT compliance
VAT registration, calculation and filing, with support during tax authority reviews.
Corporate tax
Support with corporate-tax registration, calculations and annual return filing.
Payroll & WPS
Salary calculations, payslips and WPS processing in line with UAE requirements.
Audit support
Preparing and reconciling records for statutory or internal audits and liaising with your appointed auditor.
Financial statements
Preparation of periodic and year-end financial statements for management, banking and investors.
E-invoicing readiness
Review of your invoicing setup and guidance on the Peppol-based e-invoicing rollout.
Management reporting
Periodic reports on cash flow, margins and other key financial indicators.
Not sure what your company needs?
A short consultation can help define the accounting support you need.
Free zone vs mainland: what your Dubai company must do
The core accounting and tax obligations are similar for mainland and free‑zone companies. Audit requirements are the main difference and can vary by zone and activity.
| Obligation | Mainland (DET) | Free zone |
|---|---|---|
| Keep accounting records | Required | Required |
| Corporate-tax registration | Required | Required, including Qualifying Free Zone Persons |
| Corporate-tax return | Generally within 9 months of financial year-end | Same deadline basis |
| Audited financial statements | Where required by activity or threshold | May be required by the free-zone authority |
| VAT registration | If taxable turnover exceeds AED 375,000 | If taxable turnover exceeds AED 375,000 |
| E-invoicing (Peppol) | Phased from 2026–2027 | Phased from 2026–2027 |
| Records retention | As required under VAT and corporate-tax rules | As required under VAT and corporate-tax rules |
Audit requirements vary by free zone and activity. Confirm the applicable requirements before relying on them. Setting up a company? See Dubai company formation or our UAE tax services.
Ready to sort out your accounting in Dubai?
Tell us about your company and we’ll review the accounting support you need — from bookkeeping and tax to payroll and audit preparation.
What we need to get started
To scope your accounting support, we usually ask for the following. The exact list depends on your activity and records.
- Trade licence and free-zone or DET registration details, where relevant
- VAT and corporate-tax registration details (TRN), if already registered
- Memorandum of Association and shareholder / UBO details, where required
How working with us on Dubai accounting works
Getting your Dubai accounting in order starts with a short onboarding and an agreed monthly schedule. Setup timing depends on the state of your existin
Accounting services in Dubai: how pricing works
Accounting fees in Dubai depend on the scope rather than a single rate. The table below shows what typically shapes a quote, which is confirmed after a consultation.
| Factor | What it depends on |
|---|---|
| Transaction volume | Number of monthly invoices, expenses and bank lines |
| VAT | Whether you are registered and your filing frequency |
| Corporate tax | Registration and preparation of the annual return |
| Payroll | Number of employees and WPS filing |
| Audit support | Whether your zone or activity requires audited financials |
| E-invoicing readiness | Work needed to prepare for the Peppol rollout |
| Reporting | Frequency and depth of management reports |
| Service fee | Quoted after a consultation, based on the scope above |
Scope and fees are confirmed after a consultation and depend on your activity, volume and obligations. Corporate-tax and VAT registration with the Federal Tax Authority is a legal requirement even where the applicable rate is 0%.
Accounting services in Dubai: FAQ
Still have questions?
Does my Dubai company need accounting if activity is low?
In most cases, yes — keeping accounting records is generally required even for dormant or low-activity companies, and corporate-tax registration with the FTA applies regardless of income. You may still need to file a return. The exact position depends on your structure and activity.
When is the corporate-tax return due in Dubai?
Generally within 9 months of your financial year-end — for a calendar-year business with a 31 December 2025 year-end, that is 30 September 2026. The deadline shifts with your financial year, and registration with the Federal Tax Authority applies even at a 0% rate.
Does my free-zone company need audited financial statements?
It depends on the free zone and your activity. Many zones require annual audited accounts, and Qualifying Free Zone Persons generally need audited financials to keep 0% on qualifying income. We help confirm your obligations and prepare the records.
What are the VAT thresholds in Dubai?
VAT is 5%. Registration is mandatory once taxable turnover exceeds AED 375,000 and voluntary from AED 187,500. Whether and how often you file depends on your registration and tax period.
What is UAE e-invoicing and when does it start?
It is a Peppol-based system for B2B and B2G invoices, exchanged through accredited providers. A voluntary pilot opened in July 2026, with mandatory phases from 2027 depending on turnover. We can review what your business may need to prepare.
Can you handle both bookkeeping and tax filing?
Yes — bookkeeping, VAT and corporate-tax filing and payroll can be handled by one team, which helps your records and returns stay consistent. For wider tax questions, see our UAE tax services.
Do you use cloud accounting software?
Yes — we work with cloud platforms so your records stay accessible and reviewable, and we can usually adapt to the tools you already use.
How much do accounting services in Dubai cost?
Fees depend on scope — transaction volume, VAT and corporate-tax filing, payroll and any audit needs — so a quote is prepared after a short consultation rather than a single fixed rate.
Do you handle payroll and the WPS?
Yes — salary calculation, payslips and filing through the Wage Protection System (WPS), as required in the UAE. Scope depends on your headcount and pay cycle.
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