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CashLaw Global provides audit and assurance, VAT and corporate tax advisory, accounting and bookkeeping, risk management, business advisory, M&A support, corporate services (company formation and PRO), excise tax, regulatory compliance (AML, ESR, UBO), and Virtual CFO services. We serve businesses across mainland UAE and all major free zones.

Our office is at Office No.103, Sunshine Building, Al Garhoud, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (PO Box - 88585). We serve clients across all seven emirates and operate across 14+ UAE free zones.

CashLaw Global has been operating in the UAE, over 15 years of UAE-specific expertise across audit, tax, and advisory services.

Yes. CashLaw Global is registered with the UAE Ministry of Finance and is an approved statutory audit firm. We are also registered as a tax agent with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).

Simply complete our contact form or call us on +971 4 234 3100. We'll arrange a free 30-minute consultation, understand your needs, and provide a no-obligation fixed-fee proposal within 24 hours.

Yes, for most UAE entities. Under Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 (UAE Commercial Companies Law), companies are required to appoint an auditor and have their accounts audited annually. Most free zone authorities also require an annual audit as a condition of licence renewal.

Typically 2–4 weeks from receipt of complete financial records, depending on the size and complexity of the business. We work to your deadline, particularly important for free zone licence renewals.

Yes. CashLaw Global's audit reports are accepted across all major UAE free zones, including DMCC, JAFZA, DIFC, ADGM, Dubai Silicon Oasis, and 10+ others. We are familiar with the specific requirements of each authority.

If your taxable supplies and imports exceed AED 375,000 per annum, registration is mandatory. If they exceed AED 187,500, you may register voluntarily. Failure to register on time carries significant FTA penalties.

The UAE corporate tax rate is 9% on taxable profits above AED 375,000. Profits up to AED 375,000 are taxed at 0%. Small Business Relief is available for certain entities with revenue below AED 3 million. Qualifying Free Zone Persons may benefit from a 0% rate on qualifying income.

Corporate tax returns must be filed within 9 months of the end of your tax period. Most businesses with a December year-end will have a September deadline. CashLaw Global manages the full CT registration, filing, and payment process.

Yes. As FTA-registered tax agents, we can represent clients during FTA tax audits, respond to queries, and manage penalty reconsideration applications on your behalf.

Yes. We offer monthly bookkeeping packages that include transaction coding, bank reconciliations, VAT-ready records, payroll processing, and monthly management account preparation. All packages are fixed-fee.

We work across all major platforms, including Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Tally, and Sage. We can also work directly in your existing software as an extension of your team.

Yes. All financial statements prepared by CashLaw Global comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as required by UAE law and free zone authorities.

ESR requires UAE entities conducting certain "Relevant Activities" (including banking, insurance, shipping, holding companies, and distribution businesses) to demonstrate genuine economic substance in the UAE. Annual notification and reporting is required, failure to comply attracts significant penalties. Our team assesses whether ESR applies to you and handles all filings.

Under Cabinet Decision No. 58 of 2020, all UAE companies must maintain an Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) register, identifying individuals who ultimately own or control 25%+ of the company, and submit this to the relevant authority. We handle UBO register preparation, filing, and updates when ownership changes.

Anti-money laundering obligations in the UAE apply to a much broader range of businesses than many realise, including accountants, real estate agents, auditors, lawyers, and dealers in precious metals. We assess whether AML obligations apply to you and build a proportionate compliance programme.

We operate on fixed-fee engagements, you know exactly what you'll pay before we start. Fees are agreed upfront and confirmed in a written engagement letter. We don't charge by the hour, so there are no surprise bills.

Once engagement terms are agreed and documentation is received, we typically begin within 2–3 business days. For urgent requirements (e.g., an imminent free zone deadline), we offer priority onboarding.

Absolutely. Many of our clients have internal finance teams, and we work as a trusted external partner, providing audit, tax, compliance, or advisory services that complement and support the in-house team's work.

Yes. All client information is treated as strictly confidential in accordance with professional standards and UAE data protection requirements. We sign a confidentiality agreement as part of our standard engagement terms, and we never share client data with third parties.