by ross@fencepost.co | Jul 22, 2026 | Bookkeeping
Value Added Tax, or VAT, has been in place in the UAE since January 2018. The standard rate is 5%, and businesses that meet the threshold must register, file, and pay on time. But many small and medium-sized businesses in Dubai still make avoidable mistakes. These...
by ross@fencepost.co | Jul 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Running a business in the UAE comes with a lot of moving parts. Keeping your books accurate and up to date is one of the most important tasks, but it can also take up a lot of your time. That is where outsourced bookkeeping services in the UAE come in. More businesses...
by ross@fencepost.co | Jul 17, 2026 | Bookkeeping
If you run or plan to start a business in a UAE free zone, you have probably asked this question. VAT rules in the UAE can get complicated fast, especially when free zones are involved. The short answer is: it depends. Some free zone companies must charge and collect...
by ross@fencepost.co | Jul 14, 2026 | Bookkeeping
Running a business in the UAE means keeping your books accurate and up to date. With VAT regulations, corporate tax rules, and strict financial reporting requirements, the right bookkeeping software in UAE can save you time and keep you compliant. There are dozens of...
by ross@fencepost.co | May 27, 2026 | Corporate Tax
If you run a business in Dubai, you need a clear view of corporate tax. Many business owners still ask the same questions. Who needs to register? What rate applies? Do free zone businesses still get 0%? What changed for 2026? The first thing to know is this. Dubai...