Satellite telecommunications activities

1 activity class

Excluded · 9% taxable

Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: HIGHAI-derived

Under the UAE Corporate Tax framework, telecommunications services are explicitly listed as an Excluded Activity. This includes the transmission of voice, data, or video via satellite. Income derived from these activities is subject to the standard 9% rate, even if conducted by a Free Zone Person, as it is deemed to compete with the domestic regulated market.

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Legal Reference

Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025, Article 3, Clause 1(i)

Audit Red Flag

Attempting to reclassify satellite bandwidth leasing or transponder capacity sales as 'Data Hosting' or 'Cloud Services' to qualify for the 0% regime.

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ISIC 6130

Excluded · 9% taxable

Satellite telecommunications activities

1 licensable activity

DZ required

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