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DMCC Extends FY2025 Audit filing Submission Deadline to 27 September 2026

HLB HAMT JAFZA Team The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre has pushed back the date by which member companies must complete and file their audited accounts for the year ended 31 December 2025. Companies that were working towards 30 June 2026 now have until 27 September 2026. Each affected company will see the updated date reflected […]

The Impact of Corporate Tax on Audits in the UAE: When Audits Become Mandatory

HLB JAFZA Team How does corporate tax change the way audits are conducted in the UAE? The answer affects more businesses than most expect. Corporate tax has shifted audits from a simple financial accuracy check to a dual exercise that also verifies tax compliance. Auditors now need corporate tax knowledge, not just accounting expertise, and […]

How to Get & Retain 0% Tax Benefits in UAE Free Zones

HLB JAFZA Team Are you making the most of the tax benefits available to your UAE Free Zone business, or simply assuming your company qualifies for the 0% Corporate Tax rate? Many businesses believe that operating in a Free Zone automatically guarantees Corporate Tax benefits. In reality, the 0% tax rate is available only to […]

How a JAFZA Firm Avoid Penalties with Timely Audits

HLB HAMT JAFZA Team Did you know that timely audits are one of the most effective ways to safeguard your JAFZA business from penalties? For companies operating in JAFZA, annual audits are a legal requirement under the JAFZA Implementing Regulations 2016. While business owners often prioritize operations and growth, the importance of audit timing is […]

Why External Audits Are More Important During Uncertain Times

HLB JAFZA Team Uncertain times have a way of separating well-run businesses from the rest. For companies across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the wider UAE, the past few years have brought new corporate tax obligations, evolving free zone regulations, and geopolitical uncertainties in recent times. In this environment, external audit has quietly become one of […]

Strategic Approaches to Maximizing ICV Scores in the UAE

HLB JAFZA Team For businesses competing in the UAE’s government and semi-government procurement landscape, an In-Country Value certificate is no longer a box-ticking exercise. It is a direct reflection of how meaningfully your business contributes to the UAE economy, and increasingly, it is a determining factor in whether you win or lose a tender. At […]

E‑Invoicing Compliance Updates for CFO’s in UAE

HLB HAMT JAFZA Team The United Arab Emirates continues to advance its digital tax framework, with e-invoicing becoming a central element of VAT compliance. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and the Ministry of Finance are leading this transition toward structured electronic invoices to improve transparency, reduce fraud risks, and enhance financial reporting efficiency. For chief […]

UAE e-Invoicing Implementation Phases & Timeline 2026

HLB JAFZA Team In 2026, the UAE officially began rolling out its national e-invoicing framework, marking a significant shift in how businesses issue, exchange, and report invoices. E-invoicing introduces a new compliance-driven process that affects finance operations, system architecture, and internal controls. The initiative replaces traditional paper and unstructured digital invoices with structured electronic formats […]

Object Types in SAP Business One: A Complete Guide for Businesses

HLB JAFZA Team Managing a business today involves more than just selling products or services; it requires proper management in each part of the organization, both internally and externally. To achieve sustainable growth, companies must avoid outdated methods, adopt new technologies, and, most importantly, streamline operations so that every task can be performed efficiently. A […]