Accounting services for SHAMS companies
Sharjah Media City (SHAMS) is home to thousands of freelancers, creators, agencies and small consultancies. BooksGem keeps SHAMS companies' accounting simple: tidy monthly books, Corporate Tax registration and returns, and VAT when you need it.
Our accounting services in SHAMS
Bookkeeping Services
Outsourced monthly bookkeeping, reconciliations and reports — done for you, online.
Learn more →Corporate Tax Registration
Register with the FTA before your deadline.
Learn more →Corporate Tax Return Filing
Tax-ready accounts and an accurate Corporate Tax return.
Learn more →VAT Registration
Find out if you must register — and get it done right.
Learn more →VAT Return Filing
Accurate VAT returns filed on time on EmaraTax.
Learn more →Catch-Up Bookkeeping
Months behind? We rebuild your books, fast.
Learn more →Bookkeeping for SHAMS freelancers and creators
If you're a content creator, designer, marketer or consultant with a SHAMS licence, your income may come from brand deals, platforms, agencies and overseas clients — often in different currencies. We record every payment correctly, separate business from personal spending and keep the records you need for Corporate Tax and VAT.
Accounting for freelancers in the UAE →Corporate Tax for SHAMS companies
A SHAMS company is a legal entity, so it must register for Corporate Tax and file an annual return, whatever its size. Much media and consultancy income comes from mainland or overseas clients and may not qualify for the free-zone 0% rate. We check which rate applies and whether Small Business Relief can be elected.
- Corporate Tax registration and annual return
- Qualifying income and Small Business Relief checks
- VAT registration when you pass AED 375,000
- Correct VAT on services to overseas clients
Frequently asked questions
Does my SHAMS company need to register for Corporate Tax?
Yes. Every free-zone company, including SHAMS companies, must register for Corporate Tax and file a return, even if no tax is payable.
Do I need to charge VAT as a SHAMS freelancer?
Only after you register for VAT, which is mandatory once your taxable supplies pass AED 375,000 in 12 months. Services to clients outside the UAE are often zero-rated.
How much does accounting cost for a small SHAMS company?
For companies with few transactions we offer a lighter monthly package. See our pricing page or send us a recent bank statement for a fixed quote.
Get your SHAMS company's accounts sorted
Tell us about your business and get a fixed monthly quote within one business day.