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    TRC for International Purpose

    Globalized business world has been interested in the double taxation issue a lot with the advancement of new technology. In this context, companies and individuals operating across borders are often affected by the problem of double taxation—being taxed in both the country of income origin and their country of residence. The United Arab Emirates (UAE), which is facing a situation, whereby a residence is represented by a TRC, has one of the best methods of combating the double taxation problem.

    At Vigor Accounting & Taxation, we provide the necessary clarification to the prospective clients in terms of VAT feasibility and the acquirement of Non-resident Companies (NRC) services. We frown upon tax accord breaking, forgery, tax evasion, and money laundering, among other practices. We can be instrumental in the fight against fraud and even capital loss. We inform our clients how they are subjected to as much monitoring as possible to check if they exercise a proper level of control. We keep track of their Activities in foreign jurisdiction.

    What is their Tax Residency Certificate also simply known as TRC?

    A Tax residency certificate (TRC) or Tax domicile certificate is a certificate issued by the UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) to prove that an individual or an entity is a tax resident of the UAE. It is through this certificate that the Companies and other individuals can prove that they are benefiting from the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA) between the UAE and the other countries meaning they cannot be ell taxed on the same income earned.
    The UAE has entered into DTAA agreements with more than a hundred countries and therefore it is advantageous for investors and expatriates who wish to reduce their tax liabilities.

    This shows that TRC is crucial in international purposes for it has helped in solving several issues that people could not solve on their own. Nothing is as crucial as this because through a Tax Residency Certificate businesses and individuals can be able to enjoy the foreign tax treaties and be able to avoid double taxation.

    Who is Entitled to Apply for a TRC in UAE

    An Application of the Legal Framework for Compliance with International Tax Laws It is important for firms to adhere to the international requirements of taxation because failure to do so may lead to penalties, disputes, as well as being subjected to tax in two different countries on the same income.

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    For Companies
    To qualify for a TRC, a company must: To qualify for a TRC, a company must:
    • To be certified, it has to be registered and licensed in the United Arab Emirates.
    • The facilities to be selected have been in operation for not lesser than one year in the UAE.
    • Ensure the land based independent presence in the UAE.
    • Submit the audited financial statements or else prove that the business is still active in the UAE. In general, free zone companies as well as offshore entities cannot apply provided such additional conditions are fulfilled.
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    For Individuals
    Individuals, including UAE residents and expatriates, must: Individuals, including UAE residents and expatriates, must:
    • Have a physical presence in the UAE at least for 183 days of the year.
    • Describe the teaching and non-teaching staff recruitment process in Al Ghurair The eligibility criteria for teaching and non-teaching jobs in Al Ghurair are as follows:
    • Some of the ways through which they can be told to prove their existence include presenting lease agreements or utility bills to show that they are physically present in the country.

    Here are some key reasons why obtaining a TRC for international purposes is beneficial:

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    Avoiding Double Taxation

    There are still serious concerns that if proper international tax planning is not done, individuals and business entities could be taxed twice over the same item in the source country and the country of residence respectively. This paper argues that by engaging in DTAAs and properly organising their business activities, the firms are able to avoid or at least, reduce the incidence of double taxation.
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    Minimizing Tax Liabilities

    Sustainable international tax planning enables organizations to optimize on available tax incentives and reliefs to ensure their tax burden is as low as possible International taxation involves the system of taxation of cross-border economic transactions. This entails the possibility of minimizing on the withholding taxes, claiming on exemptions, and employing the credits that are available.
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    Ensuring Regulatory Compliance

    This is because failure to adhere to the set international tax laws results to severe penalties, interest and reputational loss. As more governments turn the attention towards ease tax compliance across borders, businesses need to meet the transfer pricing rules, reporting, and controlled foreign corporations’ laws.
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    Mitigating Tax Risks

    The general risks affiliated to cross-border transactions are tax risks such as exposure to audits or to dispute resolution cases with the tax authorities of another country. Some of these risks include evasion of taxes, wrong interpretation of the law, increase in taxes and loss of opportunities for economic benefits as a result of international activities; To avoid these risks firms should adopt strong measures on compliance with international taxes with the help of consultant in this field.

    Documents Required for TRC Application

    The following documents are generally required to apply for a Tax Residency Certificate:

    For Companies:

    For Individuals

    The Process of Obtaining a TRC

    At Vigor Accounting & Taxation, we make the process of a TRC application for you as simple as pie. Here's a simple description of the entire procedure

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    Initial Consultation and Document Review In order to check your eligibility and the required documents, the first thing our team does is to evaluate your situation and then tell you if you meet the residency criteria set by the UAE Ministry of Finance of course. We guide you through the process of gathering and preparing the necessary paperwork.
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    Submission of Application After scrutiny of the material, we will process the TRC application through the UAE’s Ministry of Finance. Our team is responsible for verifying its accuracy and fullness so that the approval process is shortened.
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    Approval and Issuance of TRC The UAE Ministry of Finance, if all is well, issues the Tax Residency Certificate, which in turn can be used for international tax undertaking to the US Authorities. The certificate is valid for one year, after which it can be renewed

    Why Choose Vigor Accounting & Taxation for TRC Services?

    At Vigor Accounting & Taxation, we guide our customers through the whole process of TRC application using a specialized approach. We make sure that it is as seamless as possible for businesses and individuals to get their TRC and that they stay tax compliant with the use of UAE regulations.

    • Expert Knowledge of UAE Tax Laws

      Our experts are knowledgeable about the laws and the application of tax laws in the UAE. One of the things we are very proud of is our knowledge of tax regulations, including the TRC area and the NAFTA provisions.

    • Customized Solutions

      We adjust our services to fit the bespoke needs of your business or personal tax situation.

    • Streamlined Process

      Our professional team manages the whole TRC application process and saves your time and shields you from possible errors.

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