Operating in the UAE’s free zones offers advantages like tax benefits and streamlined regulations. However, companies must still comply with the Economic Substance Regulations (ESR), just like mainland businesses. Non-compliance with ESR reporting and notification obligations can lead to penalties, license suspension, and reputational risks. At Risians Accounting, we specialize in ESR consultancy tailored for free zone entities, ensuring full regulatory compliance and peace of mind.
The Economic Substance Regulation, introduced in 2019, mandates that businesses in sectors like banking, insurance, IP, and shipping prove substantial activity within the UAE. This includes filing ESR notifications and detailed reports to free zone authorities like DMCC, JAFZA, or DAFZA. Even if a business is exempt, submitting a timely notification is mandatory. Our expert team helps you navigate these requirements and avoid costly oversights.
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Companies must first submit an ESR notification stating their relevant activities, income, and exemption status. If income is generated from ESR-related activities, a more detailed ESR report is required, covering staff, expenses, and core income-generating activities (CIGA). Risians Accounting handles this entire process, from initial assessment to accurate submissions, ensuring your free zone business meets all ESR deadlines and standards.
We offer end-to-end ESR consulting services—from eligibility assessments and filing to ESR audits and corrective guidance. Our team provides ongoing support, ensures accurate documentation, and helps you meet economic substance requirements confidently. With integrated tax and audit services, Risians Accounting gives you a one-stop solution for ESR compliance in UAE free zones.
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At Risians Accounting, we specialize in Notifying & Reporting in all the free zones across the UAE, ensuring your business stays fully compliant with regulatory and economic zone requirements. From periodic financial submissions to operational notifications, we handle all aspects of compliance documentation and coordination with free zone authorities, so you can focus on running your business confidently.
Our expert compliance consultants understand the complex regulations of each free zone — including Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA), Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), and more — helping you meet every requirement accurately and on time.
Each UAE free zone operates under its own regulatory framework and requires businesses to maintain transparency through periodic notifications and reports. Notifying & Reporting in all the free zones involves informing authorities about business changes, submitting financial statements, reporting Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBO), and ensuring economic substance compliance.
Non-compliance with these requirements can result in fines, penalties, or even license suspension. Our compliance team ensures you meet all deadlines, prepare the right documents, and maintain a clean record with every free zone authority in the UAE.
Risians Accounting is a trusted name in corporate compliance and reporting in the UAE. We simplify the entire process of notifying and reporting by managing all documentation, communications, and filings on your behalf.
Our Notifying & Reporting in all the free zones service covers all essential compliance requirements that free zone authorities expect from licensed businesses. We assist with:
Partnering with Risians Accounting for your Notifying & Reporting in all the free zones obligations provides numerous advantages:
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Useful UAE compliance resources: UAE Free Zones Overview · Federal Tax Authority (FTA) · DMCC Authority
It refers to mandatory communication with free zone authorities about company activities, changes, and financial performance to maintain regulatory compliance.
All UAE free zones such as DMCC, JAFZA, DAFZA, IFZA, RAKEZ, ADGM, and SHAMS require businesses to file periodic notifications and reports.
Failure to comply can result in financial penalties, license suspension, or regulatory scrutiny from the respective free zone authority.
We manage all notifying and reporting activities on your behalf — preparing, verifying, and submitting accurate filings to ensure 100% compliance with UAE regulations.
Stay compliant and worry-free with our expert Notifying & Reporting in all the free zones services. Book a free consultation today and let our compliance specialists handle all your reporting requirements across UAE free zones.
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