Transfer Pricing
Strategic Transfer Pricing Management and Customs Duty Impacts in the United Arab Emirates
Gen Emirates offers Italian and international companies a highly specialised service for the strategic management of Transfer Pricing, with a specific focus on its effects on local customs duties. In an increasingly regulated and transparent global context, a coherent, well-documented Transfer Pricing policy is essential to maintain competitiveness and compliance in trade flows with—and through—the UAE.
Why adopt an integrated Transfer Pricing–Customs strategy?
Intra-group transactions directly affect customs valuation, which forms the taxable base for calculating customs duties under UAE rules and GCC Customs Union standards. An integrated approach helps to:
• Optimise both tax and customs positions;
• Avoid findings and penalties from UAE customs authorities;
• Reduce operational costs along the supply chain.
Moreover, following the introduction of Corporate Tax in the UAE and the strengthening of Transfer Pricing compliance, a consistent, documented approach is critical to mitigating risk and cost.
Our service: What It Includes
1. Strategic and functional analysis
In-depth review of existing Transfer Pricing policies, identifying risks and inefficiencies that could negatively affect customs valuations and tax costs.
2. Customs impact study of Transfer Pricing
Assessment of how intra-group policies influence UAE customs procedures, with simulations to balance direct taxation and duties.
3. Definition and implementation of integrated strategies
Design of pricing policies that meet group objectives while satisfying the requirements of UAE authorities, including the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and local customs (e.g., Dubai Customs).
4. Tangible Benefits for Your Company
• Optimisation of customs and tax costs;
• Greater regulatory certainty within the UAE;
• Reduced risk of tax and customs disputes;
• More efficient management of intra-group flows;
• Full compliance with Corporate Tax and Transfer Pricing requirements.
Contact us
Contact Gen Emirates to learn how our expertise can support efficient, compliant, and value-adding management of Transfer Pricing and customs activities in the United Arab Emirates.