Tax Residency Certificate
Tax Residency Certificate or sometimes called a Tax Domicile Certificate is an official certificate or document which is issued by the Ministry of Finance of UAE to either Company inside UAE for at least 1 year of age or an Individual with a UAE residency visa / permanently residing in the UAE for at least minimum of 180 Days.
This Official Certificate is used to fully utilize the advantages of the extensive double tax treaties and to take advantage of double taxation avoidance agreements signed by the UAE with over 76 Countries in the World and this certificate valid for one year from the date of its issue.
♦ Steps and documents needed for an individual to get a Tax Residency Certificate in UAE
The first step in applying for a tax residency certificate is to seek assistance from a UAE business expert such as the Meydan Free zone. We can assist with the entire process, advising on the best approach and liaising with relevant government bodies.
♦ Your application should be made to the UAE Ministry of Finance. To obtain a tax residency certificate, you will need to supply some or all of the following documents:
- A copy of your passport.
- A copy of your residency visa.
- A copy of your Emirates ID
- Your latest salary certificate.
- Six months’ worth of bank statements (validated)
- A certified copy of your lease agreement or tenancy contract.
- Documentation from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs detailing the number of days you have been resident in the UAE.
- Relevant tax forms from the country in which the certificate is to be submitted.
Tax Residency Certificate Process:
♦ The process of applying for a tax residency certificate for corporates in the UAE is the same as above. However, companies must provide the following documentation:
- A copy of your trade license.
- Passport copies for all managers and shareholders.
- Proof of residence visa copies for all managers and shareholders.
- A certified copy of your latest audited financial statement.
- Six months’ worth of corporate bank statements (validated).
- A certified copy of your business lease or tenancy agreement.
- Copy of Emirates ID for all shareholders and managers.
- Relevant tax forms from the country in which the certificate is to be submitted.