Service Guide
Tax Residency Certification
Evidence collection, document assembly, and authority coordination to obtain official UAE Tax Residency Certificates for individuals and companies.
Who can apply for TRC?
Individuals
Residents seeking proof of UAE tax residency to avoid double taxation or claim treaty benefits in their home country.
- •Valid UAE residence visa
- •Minimum 183 days physical presence in the UAE within the relevant period
- •Residential lease or property ownership in the UAE
Companies
UAE entities needing TRC to confirm tax residency for cross-border structures, treaty benefits, or foreign tax authorities.
- •Valid UAE trade license
- •Active business operations and local management
- •Audited financial statements or management accounts
How the TRC process works
Eligibility review
We assess your residency pattern (for individuals) or operational footprint (for companies) against current TRC criteria.
Evidence compilation
We assemble tenancy contracts, entry/exit records, bank statements, utility bills, corporate documents, and financials as needed.
Application preparation
We prepare the TRC application, attach supporting documents in the required format, and align narrative explanations with evidence.
Submission & follow-up
We submit to the tax authority, respond to clarifications, and monitor status until issuance or requested changes are resolved.
Certificate delivery
We share the final TRC and, if needed, coordinate apostille/legalization steps for use with foreign tax authorities.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to obtain a Tax Residency Certificate?
Once a complete file is submitted, UAE TRCs typically take 2-4 weeks to be issued, depending on the volume of applications and whether clarifications are requested.
What period does a TRC cover?
TRCs are generally issued for a specific calendar year or financial year. Authorities require evidence that you met residency or operational criteria during that period.
Can I apply for a TRC if I have recently moved to the UAE?
If you have not yet accumulated sufficient days of presence or operational history, a TRC may not be available. In such cases, we can assess alternative documentation or timing for application.
Do I still need to file taxes in my home country?
A TRC is evidence of UAE tax residency, but your filing obligations depend on your home country’s tax rules. We recommend consulting a tax advisor in your home jurisdiction; we can share the TRC and supporting documents with them.
Can companies without audited accounts apply for TRC?
Some authorities accept management accounts and additional supporting evidence where audits are not mandatory. We review your file and advise whether your documentation is sufficient before proceeding.
Ready to request your Tax Residency Certificate?
Buying creates your account automatically — then upload evidence and track the application with the authority.