Activities of trade unions

Activities of trade unions under ISIC 9420 do not constitute 'Qualifying Activities' under the UAE Corporate Tax regime for Free Zone Persons. Unless the entity is specifically designated as a Public Benefit Entity under Cabinet Decision, its income is subject to the standard 9% rate. Forensic scrutiny focuses on the 'Mutual Trading Principle'—if the union transacts with non-members, the resulting surplus is strictly taxable.

Audit Red Flag

Reclassification of commercial consultancy fees as non-taxable member subscriptions or 'donations' to circumvent the 9% threshold.

Which UAE zones permit this activity?

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