Non-Profit ERP for UAE

Fundraising in the UAE is regulated and requires permits from the relevant authority. Public fundraising campaigns must receive approval from MOCD or the emirate-level authority. The UAE anti-money laundering framework applies to non-profits under Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2018, requiring organizations to implement AML compliance programs, conduct due diligence on donors and beneficiaries, and report suspicious transactions through the goAML system. The FATF has historically noted the UAE non-profit sector as an area requiring enhanced oversight for terrorism financing risk.

The introduction of corporate tax in June 2023 affects UAE non-profits. Qualifying public benefit entities can apply for exemption from corporate tax, but they must meet the requirements specified in the Corporate Tax Law and register with the Federal Tax Authority. Non-qualifying commercial activities conducted by non-profits may be subject to the standard 9% corporate tax rate. VAT obligations depend on the nature of services provided, with certain charitable activities potentially qualifying for exemption.

Yukti provides UAE non-profits with MOCD compliance management including annual return preparation, board governance documentation, and general assembly meeting records. The fundraising module tracks campaign permits and approvals from MOCD or CDA, manages donor records with AML due diligence documentation, and processes donations across the payment methods used in the UAE including bank transfers, card payments, and digital wallets. The goAML integration supports suspicious transaction reporting as required under UAE AML law. Corporate tax management determines qualifying public benefit entity status and tracks commercial activity income that may be subject to the 9% rate. VAT handling applies the correct treatment to charitable activities, commercial operations, and fundraising events. Fund accounting tracks restricted and unrestricted funds with project-level expenditure reporting for grant-funded programs. The volunteer management module tracks hours, training, and Emirates ID verification for compliance with UAE labor regulations.