Navigating Corporate Tax and VAT for Influencers in the UAE: Essential Considerations and Guidelines

UAE’s influencer industry is growing rapidly
Corporate Tax rate is 9% and Value Added Tax rate is 5%
VAT regulations apply once taxable supplies exceed Dh375,000 annually
VAT registration is mandatory upon surpassing the threshold
Failure to register for VAT results in influencer paying 5% VAT themselves
Influencers can claim input tax to offset VAT liability
VAT applies at 5% for services like promotion, regardless of brand location
VAT on goods or services received through barter depends on brand location
VAT on electronic services varies based on factors like location of audience and platform operations

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.