How Audits Ensure Compliance with UAE Corporate Tax and Free Zone Rules
Compliance with corporate tax laws and free zone regulations is paramount for sustainable growth and legal integrity. The UAE has refined its tax framework, placing greater emphasis on transparency, economic substance, and alignment with international standards like the OECD’s Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) initiatives. These updates reflect the UAE’s commitment to maintaining a […]
Accounting Under DIFC’s Digital Assets Law No. 2 of 2024
The DIFC Digital Assets Law No. 2 of 2024 covers the regulation and recognition of digital assets within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This legislation establishes a comprehensive legal framework for the ownership, transfer, and management of digital assets, encompassing digital representations of value that are tradable, transferable, or usable for payment or investment […]
Ensuring Compliance and Financial Integrity in Dubai’s Real Estate with Escrow Accounts
Dubai’s real estate market faced significant regulatory action when three developers were fined Dhs500,000 each for failing to comply with the necessary registration procedures for off-plan projects. These fines were imposed by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) under Law No. 8 of 2007 on Real Estate Development Escrow Accounts. This incident underscores the critical role […]
UAE Corporate Tax & Compliance Guide: 2024 Updates You Need to Know
The UAE has introduced several significant changes to its corporate tax and compliance landscape. These changes are crucial for companies offering accounting, auditing, tax, regulatory compliance, AML, and business and finance advisory services. Below, we outline the most critical updates and their implications for businesses operating in the UAE. Corporate Tax Regime The UAE’s new […]
Project Structuring and Bidding in UAE’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Framework
The UAE’s recent approval of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) manual signifies a pivotal advancement in the nation’s strategic development efforts. This comprehensive manual outlines the methodologies and procedures essential for fostering successful collaborations between federal entities and private sector partners. This article will provide an advanced analysis of project structuring and bidding, elucidating the critical […]
AML checklist for charity organizations
Keeping an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policy and procedures in place is crucial for charity organizations to maintain integrity, transparency, and compliance with legal regulations 1. AML Policy and Procedures: 2. Risk Assessment: 3. AML Training: 4. Customer Due Diligence (CDD): 5. Transaction Monitoring: 6. Record Keeping: 7. Reporting Suspicious Activities: 8. Whistleblower Policy: 9. Third-Party Relationships: 10. Geographic Risk Assessment: 11. Cash Handling Controls: 12. Donation […]
AML COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST FOR THE REAL ESTATE SECTOR IN THE UAE
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance is essential in the real estate sector to prevent illicit financial activities. This comprehensive checklist provides a detailed overview of the key steps involved in ensuring AML compliance in the UAE’s real estate sector: Anti-Money Laundering (AML) -Real Estate Compliance Know Your Customer (KYC) Customer Identification: Collect relevant information to identify […]
