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Welcome to the Excellence Accounting Services (EAS) Blog—your trusted source for expert accounting insights and business finance advice in Dubai and the UAE. Our blogs cover a wide range of topics, from VAT compliance and corporate tax strategies to bookkeeping tips and audit preparation. Designed for business owners, finance professionals, and entrepreneurs, our content provides actionable advice to help you make smarter financial decisions. Stay informed, stay compliant, and stay ahead in the competitive world of business with EAS accounting blogs.

  • February 5, 2026

VAT on Drop-shipping for E-commerce Sellers

Your essential guide to UAE VAT for drop-shipping. Learn how to handle import VAT as the Importer of Record, when to charge VAT to customers, and the rules for sales outside the UAE. Ensure your e-commerce business is compliant.

The Top Tax Risks Facing UAE Businesses Today

Discover the top tax risks for UAE businesses. Our guide covers Permanent Establishment, transfer pricing, VAT errors, and Free Zone rules to help you build a resilient and compliant tax strategy.

Corp Tax Impact on Notional Interest Deductions

Discover the Notional Interest Deduction (NID) under UAE Corporate Tax. Our guide explains how to claim a tax deduction for equity funding, its impact on your capital structure, and how it balances the rules on interest capping.

The Importance of Documenting Tax Positions

Learn why documenting your tax positions is essential for UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance. Our guide explains how to create defensible tax position papers to mitigate audit risks, reduce penalties, and demonstrate reasonable care to the FTA.

A Guide to Tax-Efficient Treasury Management

Navigate the new tax landscape with our guide to tax-efficient treasury management in the UAE. Learn how Corporate Tax impacts cash management, interest deductions, intra-group financing, and investment strategy to optimize your post-tax returns.
  • February 3, 2026

VAT for Influencers & Content Creators in UAE

Are you an influencer or content creator in the UAE? Our complete VAT guide covers everything you need to know: when to register, how to handle brand collaborations, the tax on ad revenue and 'freebies,' and how to reclaim VAT on your expenses.

Understanding Controlled Foreign Company Rules

Navigate the UAE's new Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) rules. Our guide explains how the passive income of your low-tax foreign subsidiaries can be taxed in the UAE, covering the ownership and low-tax tests.

The Critical Role of Tax in ESG Reporting

Discover why tax is a critical ESG metric. Our guide for UAE businesses explains the link between tax, social responsibility, and governance, and shows how to report on your tax strategy and Total Tax Contribution.

Tax on Income From Intellectual Property

Understand how the UAE's Corporate Tax applies to your intellectual property. Our guide covers the taxation of royalties, the "Qualifying IP" regime for Free Zones, the OECD nexus approach, and crucial transfer pricing rules.

Preparing for Real-Time Tax Reporting

The shift to real-time tax reporting and e-invoicing is coming to the UAE. Our guide explains what this means for your business and provides a strategic roadmap for preparing your systems, data, and processes for the future of compliance.

The Impact of Corp Tax on UAE Competitiveness

How does a 9% tax rate affect the UAE's global appeal? Our in-depth analysis explores the impact of Corporate Tax on FDI, the role of free zones, and why the UAE's core competitive advantages make it stronger than ever.

Building a Tax-Aware Culture in Your Firm

In the UAE's new Corporate Tax era, tax is everyone's responsibility. Our guide provides a strategic blueprint for building a tax-aware culture, covering leadership, training, process integration, and technology to reduce risk and enhance value.
  • January 30, 2026

VAT on Loyalty Programs & Customer Rewards

Navigate the complex VAT rules for customer loyalty programs in the UAE. Our guide covers the tax treatment of points-based systems, reward redemptions, vouchers, and how to correctly calculate output tax on "free" items.

Corp Tax Guide for Retail and FMCG Companies

Navigate UAE Corporate Tax for the Retail & FMCG sectors. Our guide covers key challenges including inventory valuation, deductibility of promotions, supplier rebates, free zone hubs, and transfer pricing.

The Future of Tax Audits: AI and Data Mining

Tax audits are going digital. Learn how the FTA is using AI and data mining to detect non-compliance and discover the steps your business must take, from data integrity to technology adoption, to prepare for the future of tax audits.

The Tax Treatment of Research & Development

Understand the UAE Corporate Tax rules for Research & Development. Our guide covers what qualifies as R&D, when to deduct or capitalize costs, the impact on QFZPs, and the critical need for documentation to support your tax position.

Tax Obligations for a Remote Workforce

Hiring remote workers? Our guide for UAE employers covers the critical tax risks, including Permanent Establishment (PE), foreign payroll obligations, VAT implications, and the need for a compliant remote work policy. Protect your business.

Corporate Tax: Substance Over Form Principle

Understand the critical 'Substance Over Form' principle in UAE Corporate Tax. Our guide explains the General Anti-Abuse Rule (GAAR), how the FTA challenges artificial arrangements, and how to build genuine economic substance to protect your business.
  • January 27, 2026

VAT on Online Advertising for UAE Businesses

Your guide to VAT on Google and Facebook ads in the UAE. Learn how to apply the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM), report it on your VAT return, and understand the rules for recovering input tax on your digital ad spend.

The Tax Specialist’s Role in Business Structuring

Discover the indispensable role of the tax specialist as a strategic architect in business structuring. Learn how their expertise in entity selection, M&A, and transfer pricing is crucial for success in the UAE.

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