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Ministry of Finance UAE (Ministry of Finance – MoF)

The Ministry of Finance UAE (MoF) is a key federal body responsible for the country's tax, budget, and financial policy. It is the MoF that implements corporate tax, manages double taxation avoidance agreements, and oversees financial reporting, ESR, and international compliance.


Main Functions of the Ministry of Finance

  • Development and implementation of tax policy (Corporate Tax, Excise Tax, VAT).
  • Conclusion and administration of international agreements (DTT).
  • Monitoring compliance with tax obligations by companies and residents.
  • Implementation of Economic Substance Regulations (ESR).
  • Formation of the national budget and management of public procurement.
  • Maintaining a register of licensed auditors and accounting systems.
  • Promoting financial transparency, digitalization, AML/FATF compliance.
  • Interaction with international institutions: IMF, OECD, World Bank.

What Companies Face in Practice

  1. Registration and filing of corporate tax.
  2. Obtaining a Tax Residency Certificate.
  3. Meeting ESR requirements for companies with economic activity.
  4. Applying DTT agreements to avoid double taxation. 
  5. Working through MoF e-services and updating taxpayer profiles.
  6. Interacting with approved tax consultants and auditors.
  7. Using accounting systems certified by the MoF.

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What MIRAD Does

  • Register companies in the tax system (Corporate Tax / VAT / Excise).
  • Prepare and submit tax reports, adjustments, and ESR reports.
  • Obtain Tax Residence Certificate for individuals and legal entities.
  • Advise on structures, tax planning, and DTT agreements.
  • Help choose certified software for accounting and reporting.
  • Protect client interests when interacting with MoF and complying with FATCA, CRS, BEPS.

Why It Matters

✔️ Non-compliance with MoF requirements leads to fines, loss of tax benefits, or denial of status.
✔️ MIRAD ensures your business fully complies with UAE tax and financial regulations.
✔️ We build a system where finances work for you — transparently, legally, and efficiently.


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