United Arab Emirates Income Tax Calculator2026
Currency: AED (AED)
Resident rates are shown by default. Non-resident treatment varies — toggle for guidance.
Your income
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Annual Take-Home — 2026
AED 367,000 ($100,000 USD)
from AED 367,000 ($100,000 USD) gross
No personal income tax in the UAE — your take-home equals your gross income.
Tax per bracket
Estimates only. Not tax, legal, or financial advice. Verify with a qualified professional or the official tax authority.
About United Arab Emirates's tax system
The UAE levies no personal income tax on wages. A 5% VAT applies on most goods and services, and a 9% corporate tax applies to business profits above AED 375,000. End-of-service gratuity and (for nationals) GPSSA pension contributions are the main payroll items.
- No personal income tax — but check your home-country worldwide taxation rules.
- End-of-service gratuity (≥21 days/year of pay) is a key benefit for expats.
- 9% corporate tax applies above AED 375k profit; freelancers should check eligibility.
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United Arab Emirates tax system at a glance
United Arab Emirates uses a flat income-tax schedule for 2026. The currency is AED (AED).
- Top marginal rate: 0.0% on the highest slice of income.
Income tax brackets
No income tax in this range.
Source: UAE Federal Tax Authority — 0% personal income tax
Scope & limitations
- The UAE levies no personal income tax. VAT, corporate tax, and other levies may still apply but are out of scope here.
United Arab Emirates budget calculator
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