Is My Freelance Income Taxable in the UAE?

If you're freelancing in the UAE, you might be wondering whether your income is subject to tax. With the introduction of Corporate Tax in the UAE, many individuals working as freelancers are unsure about their obligations.

Freelancing can be a full-time profession or a side hustle. Either way, the income you earn may fall under the scope of UAE tax regulations, depending on how your freelance activity is set up.

If you're freelancing under a business license, such as a sole proprietorship or a freelance permit from a Free Zone, your income is considered business income. In this case, if your annual net profit exceeds AED 375,000, it becomes taxable under the UAE Corporate Tax law.