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Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) in the UAE
Alliance Prime’s TRC Experts are here to help you unlock the benefits of the UAE’s double tax treaties and double taxation avoidance agreements– the UAE has now concluded over 137 Double Taxation Agreements.

A Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) is an essential document issued by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) government to confirm an individual’s or entity’s tax residency in the UAE for a specific 12-month period, under Cabinet Decision No. 85 of 2022 and Ministerial Decision No. 27 of 2023. This certificate holds significance for other countries and organizations in assessing tax status.

The UAE introduced the Tax Residency Certificate as part of its commitment to international tax compliance, promoting global trade, and encouraging foreign investments. It allows individuals and entities to leverage double taxation agreements between the UAE and other nations, ultimately reducing their tax liabilities.

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The Value of a Tax Residency Certificate

Obtaining a Tax Residency Certificate is invaluable. It establishes tax residency status in both the UAE and other countries, aiding in accurate tax liability determination, seamless tax return filing, and avoidance of double taxation. Furthermore, it opens doors to tax exemptions and reduced withholding tax rates.

Simplify Your TRC Application

While individuals and entities can navigate the TRC application process independently, it can be intricate and time-consuming – particularly with the EmaraTax portal’s eligibility-route selection and document requirements. That’s where Alliance Prime steps in.

Our TRC Services:

  • Expert guidance on application procedures and required documentation, including determining which of the 183-day, 90-day, or center-of-life routes applies to your situation.
  • Application preparation and submission via the EmaraTax portal on behalf of individuals or entities.
  • Diligent follow-up with authorities to ensure swift processing.
  • Ongoing support and advice on tax residency matters, including annual re-application (TRCs are issued per 12-month period and cannot be obtained for future periods).

Important TRC Details:

  • TRCs are issued for one specific 12-month period; a new application with updated documents is required each year, and the FTA does not issue certificates for future periods.
  • Offshore companies/International Business Companies (IBC) are not eligible for TRC.
  • IBCs can apply for a tax exemption certificate.
  • Bank statements are no longer required as part of the TRC application.
  • Newly incorporated companies must generally be established for at least 12 months before applying for a TRC.
  • Corporate applicants should obtain a Corporate Tax TRN before applying – companies without a TRN face higher fees (AED 1,750 vs. AED 500) and increased FTA scrutiny.
Ready to secure your Tax Residency Certificate in Dubai efficiently? Contact Alliance Prime today for expert assistance with the 2026 EmaraTax application process and eligibility assessment.

How to Qualify for Domestic Tax Residency

183-Day Test: physical presence in the UAE for 183 days or more within a consecutive 12-month period (days need not be consecutive).

90-Day Test: physical presence for 90 days or more within a consecutive 12-month period, plus qualifying ties – the individual must be a UAE national, hold a valid UAE residence permit, or be a GCC national, AND have a permanent place of residence, employment, or business in the UAE.

Center-of-Life Test: the UAE is the individual’s principal place of residence and the centre of their financial and personal interests.

Meeting any ONE of these three tests is sufficient – you do not need to satisfy all three.

Note: for treaty (DTA-purpose) certificates, EmaraTax cross-checks the specific treaty’s requirements and may require the full 183 days even if a domestic test was met on a 90-day basis.

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