- MOE (Ministry Of Economy) Approved Auditors
External Audit Services in the UAE
An independent opinion on your financial statements that regulators, banks, and investors can rely on.
External audit services help businesses meet statutory requirements, ensure accurate financial reporting, and maintain compliance with UAE regulations and IFRS standards. Companies in mainland and free zones are required to maintain audited financial statements for licensing, tax, and regulatory purposes.
- Ministry of Economy approved, with auditor status recognised across more than 20 UAE free zones, including DIFC, DMCC, and JAFZA
- Recognised by UAE courts as an expert witness in financial and accounting disputes
- Registered with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), connecting our audit work directly to VAT and corporate tax compliance
Since 2014, our audit team has combined multi-industry experience with a clear, practical approach, focused on what your business actually needs rather than a one-size-fits-all engagement.
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Our Specialists In External Audit Services
Dr. Imad Kutum
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Dr. Imad Kutum
Participant - Audit
Dr. Imad Kutum
Participant - Audit
Dr. Imad Kutum
Participant - Audit
Dr. Imad Kutum
Participant - Audit
As an Approved and trusted Audit Firm In UAE, Farahat Co. Offers Below Audit Services:
What Is an External Audit?
An external audit is the examination of a company’s financial statements by an independent third-party auditor. The auditor provides an objective opinion on whether the financial statements are prepared in accordance with IFRS and present a true and fair view.
Auditing is mandatory for a wide range of UAE businesses, depending on legal structure, licensing authority, and sector. This generally includes:
- Mainland companies structured as joint stock companies or limited liability companies under the Commercial Companies Law
- Free zone entities, where most authorities require audited financial statements annually as a condition of licence renewal
- Regulated financial institutions, including entities supervised by the Central Bank, the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), or the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)
- Real estate developers and property management entities, particularly those regulated by RERA
- Businesses seeking Qualifying Free Zone Person status under UAE Corporate Tax Law, where audited financial statements support the 0% tax rate on qualifying income
Even where an audit is not strictly mandatory, many businesses commission one voluntarily to satisfy bank financing requirements, reassure investors, or maintain internal financial discipline.