Blog & Insights
Stay informed with the latest updates on UAE R&D tax credits and innovation funding.
UAE R&D Tax Credit Pre-Approval: 10 Mistakes That Will Get Your Application Rejected
Pre-approval from the Emirates R&D Council is mandatory. Miss it or get it wrong, and there is no fallback. Here are 10 rejection triggers drawn directly from the legislation.
Can Free Zone Companies Claim UAE R&D Tax Credits?
Free zone companies can claim UAE R&D Tax Credits, but only through specific qualifying pathways. This guide explains the rules, the risks, and what to check first.
UAE R&D Tax Credit Phase 1 vs Phase 2: Plan Now
Phase 1 of the UAE R&D Tax Credit is live. Phase 2 is expected to bring refundability. Here is how to structure your R&D now to benefit from both stages.
UAE R&D Tax: Qualifying Expenditure Explained
Not every R&D cost qualifies. RDvault explains the four categories of UAE R&D tax qualifying expenditure, gateway conditions, and key exclusions.
Ministerial Decision No. 24 of 2026: UAE R&D Tax Credit Implementation Rules Explained
Ministerial Decision No. 24 of 2026 is the operational manual for the UAE R&D Tax Credit - covering pre-approval, qualifying expenditure, credit computation, and anti-abuse rules.
Cabinet Decision No. 215 of 2025: What It Means for UAE R&D Tax Credits
Cabinet Decision No. 215 of 2025 establishes the UAE R&D Tax Credit, offering qualifying businesses non-refundable credits of 15–50% on eligible R&D expenditure.