Market research and public opinion polling

Excluded · 9% taxable

Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: STANDARDAI-derived

Under Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025, ISIC 7320 is categorized as a professional service. Income derived from professional services is an 'Excluded Activity' regardless of whether the customer is a Free Zone Person or a Mainland Person, unless it specifically meets the narrow criteria of 'Headquarter Services' which requires the QFZP to exercise control and management over the subsidiaries.

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Legal Reference

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

Audit Red Flag

Misclassification of market research fees as 'Headquarter Services' or 'Management Consultancy' to exploit Qualifying Income status under Article 3.

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Branding ServicesNo external approval required

Marketing ManagementNo external approval required

Marketing Research & ConsultanciesNo external approval required

Public Opinion Polling ServicesNo external approval required

Statistical Services ConsultanciesNo external approval required

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