Tax Residency Certificate UAE
Obtain your UAE Tax Residency Certificate (formerly the Tax Domicile Certificate) from the Federal Tax Authority. For individuals and companies who want to benefit from the UAE's double taxation treaties and prove UAE tax residency. We handle the full application from start to finish.
What Is a UAE Tax Residency Certificate?
A Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) — previously called the Tax Domicile Certificate — is an official document issued by the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA). It confirms that an individual or a company is a tax resident of the UAE for a given financial year.
The UAE has signed Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) with more than 130 countries. A TRC is what lets you actually claim the benefits of those treaties — so you can avoid being taxed twice on the same income, prove your UAE tax residency to a foreign tax authority or bank, and take advantage of the UAE's favourable tax position.
Whether you are an individual resident or a company operating in the UAE, we confirm your eligibility, prepare your documents, and manage the entire FTA application on your behalf — so you receive your certificate without the back-and-forth.
Two Types of Tax Residency Certificate
The UAE issues a TRC to both individuals and companies. We handle both — the requirements and documents differ, so we confirm which one applies to you during a free consultation.
For UAE residents who want to prove personal tax residency under a double taxation treaty.
- For individuals holding a valid UAE residence visa
- Generally requires 183+ days of UAE residence in the relevant 12-month period
- Useful for salaried professionals, investors, and business owners
- Helps avoid double taxation in your home country
- We verify your day-count eligibility before applying
For mainland and free zone companies that want to claim UAE tax treaty benefits.
- For companies operating in the UAE for at least one year
- Available to mainland and free zone entities
- Requires audited financial statements
- Helps your business benefit from UAE tax treaties
- Note: offshore companies are generally not eligible
Documents Required for a TRC
Here's what the FTA typically requires. We review everything before submission and tell you exactly what's missing — so your application isn't rejected or delayed.
For Individuals
- Passport copy
- Valid UAE residence visa copy
- Emirates ID copy
- Certified tenancy contract / Ejari (or title deed)
- Latest salary certificate or proof of income
- 6 months' validated UAE bank statements
- Entry and exit report (proving days spent in the UAE)
For Companies
- Valid trade licence copy
- Memorandum of Association (MOA)
- Owners' / partners' / directors' passport, visa and Emirates ID
- Certified audited financial statements
- 6 months' company UAE bank statements
- Certified commercial tenancy contract / Ejari
- Company organisational structure (if requested)
How We Get Your TRC
Free Eligibility Check
We confirm whether you meet the day-count (individuals) or one-year operating (companies) requirement, and which certificate type you need.
Document Preparation
We gather and review all required documents, arrange certified copies and the entry/exit report, and make sure nothing is missing.
FTA Submission
We complete and submit your application through the FTA's EmaraTax portal and handle any queries the authority raises.
Certificate Issued
Once approved, your TRC is issued — usually within a few working days. We can also arrange an attested hard copy if you need one.
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Free eligibility check. Full FTA application handled for you. For individuals and companies across the UAE.
