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Nigeria Corporate Tax Rate vs UAE — How Much Could You Save?

Nigeria companies pay up to 30% corporate tax. UAE free zone companies pay 0% on qualifying income. Use our calculator below to see your potential annual saving.

Nigeria corp tax: 30% UAE free zone: 0% UAE corp tax: 9% (above AED 375K)

Nigeria vs UAE Tax Rates

Tax Type Nigeria UAE Free Zone UAE Mainland
Corporate Tax 30% 0% 9% (above AED 375K)
Personal Income Tax Up to 24% 0% 0%
VAT / GST 7.5% 5% 5%
Capital Gains Tax Varies 0% 0%
Dividend Withholding Tax Varies 0% 0%

Nigeria and the UAE have a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA). Nigeria-UAE Double Taxation Agreement in force since 2014. UAE tax residents are generally exempt from Nigeria tax on UAE-sourced income.

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Nigeria
Corporate tax: 30%
₦125,000,000
estimated tax
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UAE Free Zone
Corporate tax: 0%
0
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UAE Mainland
9% above AED 375K
₦23,437,500
estimated tax
Annual saving vs Nigeria
₦125,000,000
AED 300,000 per year

Estimates based on headline corporate tax rates. Does not account for all surcharges, reliefs, or individual circumstances. Not tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional.

Why Nigerian Entrepreneurs Move to UAE

0% Personal Income Tax

No income tax on your salary, dividends, or capital gains as a UAE resident — compared to 24% top rate in Nigeria.

100% Foreign Ownership

Keep full ownership of your company. No local partner required. Full repatriation of profits and capital.

UAE Residency Visa

A free zone trade license entitles you to a 2–3 year UAE residency visa. Sponsor family members on your visa.

No Forex Restrictions

Move money freely. No capital controls. Maintain bank accounts in multiple currencies without restriction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the corporate tax rate in Nigeria?
Nigeria has a tiered rate: 0% for small companies (turnover under NGN 25M), 20% for medium companies (NGN 25M–100M), and 30% for large companies (above NGN 100M). An education tax of 2% of assessable profit also applies.
Is there a Nigeria-UAE tax treaty?
Yes, a Double Taxation Agreement between Nigeria and the UAE came into force in 2014. This generally means UAE-sourced income is not taxed in Nigeria for UAE tax residents.

Tax rates shown are estimates based on representative headline corporate tax rates for the stated tax year. They do not account for all surcharges, slab details, reliefs, or individual circumstances. This is not tax advice. Always consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation. Data last reviewed: .

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