Affordable Bookkeeping Services for SMEs in the UAE
Monthly bookkeeping, VAT returns and Corporate Tax filing for one fixed fee, handled by a dedicated accountant who knows your business. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices, no year-end panic.
Plans from AED 790/month · fixed fee · VAT & Corporate Tax filing included
- VAT and Corporate Tax filing included
- One dedicated accountant on WhatsApp
- Books closed every month in Zoho Books
- Fixed price agreed before you sign
Quick answer
TaxBox offers affordable bookkeeping for UAE SMEs from AED 790 per month on yearly billing (AED 990 on monthly billing). The fixed fee covers monthly bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reports, VAT registration and quarterly VAT filing, and Corporate Tax registration and annual filing, handled by one dedicated accountant.
Sound familiar?
Bookkeeping shouldn't cost more than the penalties it prevents.
Quotes that change every month
Hourly billing means every question costs money, so you stop asking. You find out what the month cost when the invoice lands.
A bookkeeper who doesn't file
Many low-cost bookkeepers stop at data entry. You still need someone else for VAT and Corporate Tax returns, and you pay twice.
Receipts in a shoebox until filing day
Books touched once a quarter mean VAT returns built on guesses and Corporate Tax figures you can't defend if the FTA asks.
An in-house hire you can't justify yet
A full-time bookkeeper means salary, visa, medical insurance and gratuity, plus no cover when they're on leave.
What you get
Everything a UAE SME needs, one fixed fee.
Bookkeeping, VAT and Corporate Tax in one package, so there's nothing to add on later.
Monthly bookkeeping
Every sale, purchase and expense recorded and categorised in Zoho Books, closed every month, not once a year.
How our monthly close worksBank reconciliation
Every bank and card account reconciled to the statement, so your cash balance is a number you can trust.
VAT registration & filing
Registration on EmaraTax when you cross the threshold, then quarterly VAT returns prepared and filed on time.
VAT return filingCorporate Tax registration & filing
Corporate Tax registration, Small Business Relief assessment and the annual return filed on EmaraTax.
Corporate Tax filingMonthly reports
Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet every month, with a short note on what changed and what to watch.
A dedicated accountant
One named accountant on WhatsApp who knows your licence, your numbers and your deadlines. No ticket queue.
Know your exact monthly fee before you commit.
Tell us your transaction volume and licence type. A TaxBox advisor replies within one business day with a fixed quote.
Transparent pricing
Affordable plans, priced up front.
Pick the plan that matches your monthly transaction volume. Not sure? Ask for a quote and we'll recommend one.
SME Starter
For small businesses getting compliance right from day one.
AED 790/month
Billed yearly · or AED 990/month on monthly billing
Up to 50 monthly transactions
- All accounting done for you
- VAT registration
- VAT return filing
- Corporate Tax registration
- Corporate Tax filing
- Profit & Loss report
- Balance Sheet report
- Most popular
Business Growth
For growing companies that need richer reporting and advisory.
AED 1,490/month
Billed yearly · or AED 1,870/month on monthly billing
Up to 150 monthly transactions
- IFRS-compliant accounting
- Inventory accounting
- Project accounting + profitability
- Payroll for 2 employees
- Multi-currency accounting
- VAT registration & filing
- Corporate Tax registration & filing
CEO Advantage
For established businesses needing CFO-level insight every month.
AED 2,490/month
Billed yearly · or AED 3,120/month on monthly billing
Up to 300 monthly transactions
- Dedicated senior accountant
- All accounting done for you
- Advanced inventory accounting
- Project accounting + profitability
- Fixed assets accounting
- Multi-currency accounting
- Payroll for 5 employees
Monthly billing adds a one-time AED 1,500 setup fee, waived on yearly billing. The Zoho Books licence is billed separately by Zoho. Compare every plan feature
Compare your options
TaxBox vs an in-house hire vs a freelancer.
| Criteria | TaxBox | In-house bookkeeper | Freelancer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | From AED 790, fixed | Salary + visa + insurance + gratuity | Hourly or per task |
| VAT returns filed for you | Depends on the hire | Usually extra | |
| Corporate Tax return filed for you | Depends on the hire | Usually extra | |
| Review by a second accountant | |||
| Cover during leave or resignation | |||
| Price known before you commit |
How it works
From enquiry to clean books.
- 01
Send an enquiry
Tell us your licence type, monthly transaction volume and the software you use today.
- 02
Get a fixed quote
Within one business day you get a fixed monthly fee and the plan that fits.
- 03
Onboarding
Bank feeds connected, chart of accounts and opening balances set, any catch-up agreed up front.
- 04
Monthly close & filings
Books closed monthly, reports sent, VAT and Corporate Tax filed before every deadline.
Who it's for
Built for small businesses across the UAE.
Retail & e-commerce
High-volume sales reconciled to payment gateways and marketplaces.
Service businesses
Consultancies, agencies and clinics with clean VAT on every invoice.
Free zone companies
Proper records and Corporate Tax filing, even where a 0% rate applies.
Get your fixed monthly quote
Two minutes to fill in. A qualified TaxBox advisor replies within one business day. No obligation.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How much does bookkeeping cost for a small business in the UAE?
With TaxBox, bookkeeping for a UAE small business starts at AED 790 per month on yearly billing (AED 990 on monthly billing) for up to 50 transactions a month. That fee also covers VAT registration and filing and Corporate Tax registration and filing. Growing businesses with up to 150 transactions pay AED 1,490 per month, and up to 300 transactions AED 2,490 per month.
What is the cheapest way to get bookkeeping done in the UAE?
For most SMEs the cheapest compliant option is a fixed-fee outsourced bookkeeping package that bundles VAT and Corporate Tax filing. A full-time in-house bookkeeper costs a salary plus visa, medical insurance and end-of-service gratuity. A freelancer is cheaper per hour but usually does not file your VAT or Corporate Tax returns, so you pay twice.
What is included in TaxBox's affordable bookkeeping package?
Every plan includes monthly bookkeeping in Zoho Books, bank reconciliation, sales and purchase posting, a Profit & Loss statement and Balance Sheet, VAT registration and quarterly VAT return filing, Corporate Tax registration and annual Corporate Tax return filing, and WhatsApp access to your dedicated accountant.
Are there hidden fees?
No hourly billing and no per-email charges. The only extras are a one-time AED 1,500 setup fee on monthly billing (waived on yearly billing) and the Zoho Books licence, which Zoho bills you directly. If your books are behind, catch-up work is quoted as a fixed fee before we start.
Do small businesses in the UAE legally need bookkeeping?
Yes. UAE VAT and Corporate Tax legislation requires every business to keep accounting records and supporting documents, such as invoices, contracts and bank statements, for at least seven years, and to be able to produce financial statements on request from the Federal Tax Authority.
Can I switch to TaxBox from my current accountant or software?
Yes. We take over from your current accountant, migrate your data from QuickBooks, Tally, Xero or spreadsheets into Zoho Books during onboarding, and pick up your next VAT and Corporate Tax deadlines so nothing is missed in the handover.
How quickly can you start?
Most SMEs are onboarded within one to two weeks of signing: we connect your bank feeds, set up your chart of accounts and opening balances, and start the monthly close from your next month end.
Related services
- Monthly bookkeeping services
- Catch-up accounting
- Outsourced accounting for startups
- VAT return filing
- Corporate Tax filing
- All pricing plans
- Instant quote
Last updated 19 October 2026. Tax figures reflect current Federal Tax Authority and Ministry of Finance guidance.
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