United Arab Emirates: Tax revenue

The latest value from 2024 is 0.65 percent, an increase from 0.62 percent in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 18.04 percent, based on data from 88 countries. Historically, the average for the United Arab Emirates from 1997 to 2024 is 0.51 percent. The minimum value, 0.04 percent, was reached in 2016 while the maximum of 1.12 percent was recorded in 1999. See the global rankings or world map for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: Tax revenue refers to compulsory transfers to the central government for public purposes. Certain compulsory transfers such as fines, penalties, and most social security contributions are excluded. Refunds and corrections of erroneously collected tax revenue are treated as negative revenue.