Why you should consider ADIT

To achieve the ADIT qualification, you will need to pass three exams covering different aspects of international tax. The exams are:

• A mandatory paper - Principles of International Taxation, which covers fundamental concepts in international tax
• Two flexible papers that you can choose from a range of (i) Jurisdiction-based (UK, US, Ireland, and other options) and (ii) Thematic-based papers (Transfer Pricing, Energy Resources, EU Direct Tax, EU VAT, Banking) or (iii) Extended essay option.

You can find out more about the exam structure, syllabus and past papers on the CIOT website. You can opt for a modular certificate from UK CIOT.

Each ADIT exam paper is 3.15 hours long, including 15 minutes reading time.

You will be typing your answers online, a software (Exam4) will be installed on your laptop/pc, and you'll be sitting at the location of your convenient choice.

The exams are held twice a year, in June and December of each year. Each year a timetable is being published to be aware of your exam and registration deadlines. 

Exams are online-based model, you can take it from your home or office. Make sure no interruptions at all. 

The exam is in English, and it is understood that not everyone in the world speaks English natively.

UK CIOT has recommended an average of 200 hours for each paper.

From our expertise, average hours of study are decreased while your experience/background increases. Average can be reduced to an estimate of 100 hours including training hours.

The average training fees for ADIT qualification depend on several factors, such as your location, your chosen modules, your study materials and your exam entries.

What is the cost structure?

Cost structure consists of student registration fee, 3 exams fee, and training fees.

Training fees average globally:-

According to couple sources, you may need to budget an average of $1,300 for each module/paper (including tuition fees, study materials and excluding exam entry fees).

Always check out for recognized service providers on UK CIOT website. Learn more about our offerings and schedule by visiting the page from here 

Well, this is a tricky question, the selection would differ from a person to another, from a region to another. If you're in Europe or planning to relocate your preferences might be different than a person located in the Middle East, Africa or Asia. Because of the variety of papers available, it represent a challenge to pick fixed scheme.

From our global analytical assessment and data shared from UK CIOT for ADIT students, the following papers have been the most global high on-demand papers in order:

1. International Tax (mandatory)
2. Transfer Pricing
3. Energy Resources (former known as Oil & Gas)
4. United Kingdom "UK"

Abdelrahman Ali recommends the following schemes based on your region:-

If you're located in the Middle East pick the following papers:

1. International Tax
2. Transfer Pricing
3. Energy Resources [this can be swapped with EU VAT if you've passion for]

If you're located in or planning to relocate to Europe, consider the following papers:

1. International Tax
2. EU Direct Tax/EU VAT [this can be swapped with TP paper]
3. Choose a jurisdiction where you'll be located such as (UK - Ireland - Cyprus, etc.)

If you have a banking background, you can consider the banking paper in your options.

Student registration lasts for 5 years from start date. You'll need to attempt 3 exams during that time span to earn your ADIT qualification.

Don't worry, go on and attempt it again in the next round.

Surveys have shown and confirmed that pass rate globally varies from 50%-75%, so you're not alone and be persistent. We strongly advice you to get a tailored training program to guarantee pass with a strong technical understanding.

Please read through our ADIT Handbook > Q&A Section.

This handbook will help you navigate through the subjects and topics in ADIT. It also answers the curiosity in your mind.  You can start with any of the upcoming rounds announced on our website from here 

This is a very typical question a professional like yourself might be wondering about.

We've got this answered in our ADIT Handbook > Q&A Section, where it help you with this question.

Global accredited service providers for ADIT by UK CIOT are listed on their website here.

Abdelrahman Ali (Founder of AKA Taxolting) is a recognized service provider for International Tax, Transfer Pricing and Energy Resources (formerly known as Oil & Gas) papers listed on UK CIOT website. Get in touch now to get yourself enrolled in any of our upcoming rounds.

It depends on the training mode you've selected, pace and paper chosen. Average of ~ 25 - 30 technical study and exam practice hours, spread over a weekly session.

Check out of upcoming schedule page from here to find out your next steps.

Training is a professional-industry oriented niche style, it is perfect for those who wish to optimize their time, understand current global tax trends, the following content is offered:-

1. Handouts for each session from recognized global references
2. Court Case [relevant topics]
3. Exam Questions [relevant topics]
4. Writing assignments [bi-weekly]
5. Readings recommendations

Learn more about training modes from our ADIT Handbook.

Prices vary from a round to another based on multiple factors consideration, however the current average cost of learning can vary. Check out our Structure & Fee Page.

You can request your quote now by filling out the form from this link here.

Make sure to check your spam/junk, you'll receive all info via email and a WhatsApp follow-up message within 7-15 business days.

Our payment methods:-

We accept global bank transfers from anywhere in the world, in addition to Western Union option. Credit cards are now accepted.

Our Payment Terms: -

Please read through the ADIT Handbook - Q&A Section.

• Are you being sponsored?
• Pay on your own? Flexible payment plans for individuals.

Yes, make sure to fill in the registration form and send the number of your group members.

We also offer referral bonus as a credit tokens in future courses for referrals.

Please read through our ADIT Handbook > Q&A Section to know more about it.

Currently, we are providing either virtual training where you can join from anywhere around the world at your convenience, and (ii) in-person Dubai location at The Exchange Tower, Business Bay.

We'll be expanding soon to Riyadh, and other GCC locations.

Learn more, leave us a message.

Prior arrangement for on-site workshop and training is required.

1. Focus
2. Time Management
3. Internet Connection
4. Stay informed

1. After filling in your form from here, you'll receive a feedback from info@AbdelrahmanAli.com.
2. After that, you'll have to arrange to pay for your tuition fees, and start the learning journey based on our announced schedule for an instructor-led training.
3. You'll get recurrence email to the scheduled training sessions on your calendar

Have one last question? Leave us a message on our website or send a query email to info@AbdelrahmanAli.com