Efficient R&D Tax Incentives for Innovative Businesses in the UAEEfficient R&D Tax Incentives
for Innovative Businesses
in the UAE
Get 15–50% R&D Tax Credits Worth Up to AED 2M
For R&D costs incurred from 1 January 2026
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R&D Tax Credit Calculator
Per Ministerial Decision No. 24 of 2026
Estimated Tax Credit
AED 75,000
15.0% effective rate
Per Ministerial Decision No. 24 of 2026. Non-refundable credit. Subject to pre-approval by the Emirates R&D Council.
What's Been Confirmed
Key details from the official UAE R&D tax incentive legislation
Effective from 1 January 2026
For tax periods starting on or after 1 January 2026, per Ministerial Decision No. 24 of 2026
15–50% tax credits
Tiered rates on qualifying R&D expenditure, capped at AED 2M per year
Legislation now published
Official framework confirmed — qualifying activities follow the OECD Frascati Manual
Get Prepared
The legislation is live. We'll help you understand what it means for your business and prepare your claim — no legal jargon.
Get Ready Before the Incentive Launches
We help UAE companies prepare their internal systems for the R&D incentive starting January 2026.
- •Separate innovation work from business-as-usual activities
- •Document the technological uncertainties you're resolving
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How It Works
Expert guidance combined with intelligent automation
Our team works with you directly at every stage.
You'll never be left to figure it out alone. Our R&D specialists guide you through every step while our platform handles the heavy lifting.
We Map Your R&D Together
Our specialists work directly with you to identify qualifying R&D activities, review your projects, and build a clear documentation strategy.
We Connect Your Systems
We integrate your accounting, payroll, and timesheet tools to automatically capture R&D costs and staff time. No manual data entry required.
We Prepare Your Claim
Our team reviews everything, ensures compliance, and prepares your submission. You're audit-ready from day one.
Why UAE R&D Tax Credits Matter
Starting January 2026, UAE businesses can claim substantial tax credits on qualifying R&D activities. Position your organisation for maximum recovery with audit-ready compliance.
Maximise Your R&D Investment
Recover 30-50% of qualifying R&D expenditure through UAE tax credits. From personnel costs to cloud infrastructure, capture every eligible dirham with precision documentation and automated categorisation.
Ensure Compliance & Audit Readiness
Built to FTA specifications from day one. Real-time validation against Frascati Manual criteria ensures your claim withstands regulatory scrutiny. Our 100% audit success rate speaks to our rigorous compliance standards.
Save Time & Resources
Automate evidence capture and technical narrative generation. What traditionally takes 6+ months is compressed to weeks. Your engineering team stays focused on innovation while we handle documentation.
Timeline to Launch
The UAE R&D tax credit incentive launches January 2026. Organisations that prepare now will be positioned to claim immediately, while others scramble to gather documentation.
Ready to Prepare for 2026?
Start tracking R&D activities now to maximise your first claim. Early adopters gain a competitive advantage with established documentation workflows and compliance readiness.
The Journey So Far
From UK market leader to UAE expansion
RDvault was built to simplify R&D tax compliance for UK businesses. We've worked with startups, scaleups, and enterprises across technology, manufacturing, and life sciences, processing over £50 million in successful claims.
Now we're bringing that same expertise to the UAE, helping companies prepare for one of the region's most significant innovation incentives.
Watch: Shoayb on Bringing R&D Tax Credits to the UAE
Why now is the time to prepare for the UAE's biggest innovation incentive.
Already Onboarding Companies for 2026
We're actively preparing UAE businesses ahead of the R&D incentive launch
Companies that start now will be fully compliant and audit-ready when the incentive goes live in January 2026. We're not waiting, and neither should you.
Mapping R&D Activities
Working with pilot clients to identify and document qualifying R&D projects across tech, engineering, and innovation sectors.
Building Compliance Systems
Connecting financial systems, setting up cost tracking, and establishing documentation workflows.
Aligning with FTA Requirements
Ensuring all processes meet the forthcoming Federal Tax Authority standards for R&D claims.
Why Work With R&D Specialists?
UAE R&D tax credits require more than standard accounting. Here's what you need to know.
Start With a Conversation
Book a call with one of our R&D specialists. We'll review your situation, identify opportunities, and begin preparing your claim at no cost.
Your preparation is on us. We believe in earning your trust before you commit.
Position Your Organisation for R&D Tax Credit Success
Join established UAE enterprises preparing for the 2026 R&D tax credit launch. Begin tracking now to ensure audit-ready compliance and maximum recovery from day one.
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