UAE Tax Residency Certificate (TRC): How to Apply in 2026

A Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) is an official document issued by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). It allows eligible UAE residents (individuals and companies) to take advantage of Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs) that the UAE has signed with over 130 countries.

Why Do You Need a TRC?

The primary benefit of a TRC is to prevent your income from being taxed twice—once in the UAE and once in your home country or the country where the income was generated.

Eligibility Criteria

• Companies: Must have operated in the UAE for at least 1 year. Offshore companies are not eligible.
• Individuals: Must have been a resident of the UAE for at least 180 days.

Application Process

1. Prepare Documents: You will need your Trade License, Emirates ID, passport copies, audited financial statements, and 6 months of bank statements.
2. EmaraTax Portal: Create an application on the FTA's EmaraTax portal.
3. Payment: The fee is typically AED 10,000 for companies and AED 2,000 for individuals, payable upon approval.

Curatax LLC assists businesses in navigating the TRC application process seamlessly, ensuring all financial documentation is FTA-compliant.