WhatsApp quoteVAT Registration is registering with the Federal Tax Authority for 5% VAT, and it applies to businesses with taxable supplies and imports above AED 375,000 in the last 12 months (mandatory) or AED 187,500 (voluntary). GoldenKey handles VAT Registration for the companies we form and for businesses that come to us later, so the process is routine for our tax team. Canadians are a community of around 40,000 residents in education, engineering, healthcare and finance, so the VAT Registration authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Canadian applications every day and process them without hesitation. In practice, payments between Canada and the UAE are routine: the dirham is pegged to the dollar, Canadian dollar (CAD) transfers settle quickly and UAE banks are familiar with Canadian business profiles.
Why VAT Registration
GoldenKey prepares the EmaraTax application for VAT Registration, uploads the documents and follows up with the FTA until the certificate is issued. Importantly, penalties for late VAT Registration or late filing start at fixed amounts and grow with delay, and for that reason GoldenKey diarises every deadline for its customers. For Canadians, the practical advantages of VAT Registration are the ease of travel between Canada and the UAE, English is the working language, and a banking system that processes Canadian dollar (CAD) transfers daily.
Documents required
On the ground, gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of vat registration for Canadian-owned companies.
- Turnover evidence such as invoices, contracts or financial statements
- Bank account letter or IBAN certificate
- Customs code and import records where applicable
- Passport and Emirates ID of the authorised signatory
- Trade licence and certificate of incorporation
- Memorandum of association showing shareholders
Pricing
Day to day, use the table below to compare packages for vat registration for Canadian-owned companies; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. All prices for vat registration for Canadian-owned companies are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before any payment.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 2,500 |
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Federal Tax Authority registration for businesses with taxable supplies above AED 375,000 / year
Request this servicePrices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
Importantly, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from vat registration for Canadian-owned companies can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. As a rule, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies vat registration for Canadian-owned companies for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
Most of our VAT Registration clients come to us through referrals from other founders, and that is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. On the ground, our quotations for vat registration for Canadian-owned companies list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. GoldenKey's consultants have handled vat registration for Canadian-owned companies for traders, consultants, tech entrepreneurs and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss vat registration for Canadian-owned companies.
Frequently asked questions
How long does VAT Registration take with the FTA?
The FTA normally responds within 20 business days, and simple applications are often approved faster. GoldenKey submits a complete file to avoid information requests.
Is VAT Registration mandatory for a free zone company?
VAT registration is mandatory for any UAE company, free zone or mainland, once taxable supplies exceed AED 375,000 in 12 months. Goods traded inside designated zones have special rules, but services supplied by free zone companies are generally taxable.
Does VAT Registration apply to a new company with no revenue yet?
A new company with no revenue does not need mandatory VAT registration yet, but can register voluntarily once expected taxable supplies or expenses exceed AED 187,500 — useful for reclaiming input VAT on setup costs.
Can a Canadian citizen own 100% of a company in VAT Registration?
Yes — Canadians can own the full share capital of a VAT Registration company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Canada and the UAE?
Yes, it can. The UAE and Canada have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
