Bookkeeping for holding companies and family offices
Holding companies and family offices own shares, property and other investments, often across several entities and countries. We keep investments, intercompany balances and dividends in order and make sure Corporate Tax exemptions are supported.
Common challenges we fix
- Several entities with balances owed between them
- Dividends and gains from UAE and foreign investments
- Corporate Tax registration even with little or no tax
- Consolidated reporting for owners
What we handle for you
- Investment registers for shares, funds and property
- Dividends and gains recorded with supporting documents
- Intercompany balances reconciled every month
- Participation exemption conditions documented
- Consolidated reports for owners
- Corporate Tax registration and returns for every entity
Frequently asked questions
Are dividends taxed under UAE Corporate Tax?
Dividends from UAE companies are generally exempt. Dividends and gains from other shareholdings can be exempt under the participation exemption when conditions are met, such as holding at least 5% for 12 months and the company being subject to tax of at least 9%.
Does a holding company need to register for Corporate Tax?
Yes. Every UAE company must register and file a return, even if all its income is exempt.
Guides for UAE businesses
Bookkeeping for Small Business in UAE: Step-by-Step Guide
Eight simple steps to set up and keep bookkeeping for a UAE small business, with basic examples and the UAE-specific rules you need.
Read the guide →VAT Registration Threshold UAE: Who Must Register?
AED 375,000 mandatory, AED 187,500 voluntary: how the UAE VAT threshold works, how to calculate it and when you must apply.
Read the guide →Corporate Tax Registration Deadline UAE (Including New Companies)
New companies have three months to register for Corporate Tax. Here's how the deadline works, the AED 10,000 penalty and the waiver.
Read the guide →Get your books in order this month
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