VAT and freelance pricing
Freelancers should price from target take-home income, realistic billable hours, business costs, and tax/VAT obligations where applicable. VAT treatment depends on registration status and current UAE rules.
Pricing checklist
- Target monthly income.
- Expected billable days.
- Software, visa, licensing, insurance, and admin costs.
- Late payment and unpaid sales time buffer.
- VAT/accounting obligations if applicable.
Simple approach
Add a buffer before calculating your hourly or day rate. Undercharging creates fake revenue and very real stress — the least fun business model.