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UAE announces major new tax laws

The Ministry of Finance on Saturday announced that certain provisions of the Value Added Tax (VAT) law have been amended by the UAE Cabinet. The new amendments include exemptions on three services, which are: investment fund management services, some services...

UAE announces fuel prices for October 2024

The UAE Gasoline and Diesel Price Committee announced, Today is Monday, About fuel prices “petrol and diesel” for October 2024. According to the Emirates News Agency "WAM", Super 98 petrol will cost around Dh2.66 per litre, compared to around Dh2.90...

UAE: How to Access and Review Your Labour Contract Details Online

In the UAE, verifying that your labour contract aligns with your offer letter is crucial for safeguarding the benefits and entitlements promised during the hiring process. Your labour contract is a key document that outlines the terms and conditions...

UAE imposes new rules on cryptocurrency marketing

The Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority has announced that it will tighten the marketing rules for crypto assets starting next October. In a step towards strengthening Transparency and investor protection, Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has announced updated marketing...

UAE visa amnesty: 3 revised rules to ease process for illegal residents

Since the UAE visa amnesty started on September 1, thousands of overstayers have been granted a pass that ended years of anxiety while illegally staying in the UAE. Mounting fines were waived and penalties were cleared, giving visa violators a...

Haj 2025: UAE announces registration dates

UAE citizens who wish to perform Haj in 2025 may sign up for the pilgrimage starting tomorrow, September 19, authorities announced on Wednesday. The registration will be open until September 30. The process can be done on the smart app...

UAE: Lost your birth certificate? How to get a new document

Ever been under the stress of frantically searching for your birth certificate right before an important legal process? Many residents could find themselves in this situation, especially those who were born before the digital era took off. The Ministry of...

UAE: No visa amnesty services on Sep. 15 due to public holiday

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) in Dubai on Friday announced that it will be closed on Sunday, September 15, on the birthday of Prophet Muhammad. GDRFA urged those wishing to regularise their status or exiting the...

UAE: Typing centres hire extra staff to deal with surge in visa amnesty applications

As thousands of overstaying expats rush to regularise their status under the UAE's ongoing amnesty programme, typing centres are witnessing a surge in applications. The increased demand has placed added responsibilities on facilities, prompting many to adjust their operations. Immigration...

How the UAE is leading the region in attracting investments

What makes the UAE so attractive for investment? And what challenges does this economic landscape face as it evolves? The United Arab Emirates continued Leading the Arab world in attracting foreign investment Direct, with over 1,216 projects and capital inflows...

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Flydubai resumes daily flights to Damascus

Flights are now available for sale, underscoring the carrier's commitment to connecting underserved markets to Dubai. announced Flydubai Today, Emirates...

32 countries allow UAE residents to travel directly to without a visa

Many countries offer visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry benefits. For residents In the UAE, regardless of their nationality, thanks to the UAE's strong global standing...

UAE to start verifying Emiratisation targets for private companies from July 1

Authorities in the UAE will begin verifying private sector companies' compliance with Emiratisation targets starting July 1. Additionally, the Ministry of Human Resources and...

UAE: When is Eid Al Adha? Likely first day of Dhul Hijjah revealed

Eid Al Adha, the festival of sacrifice, is just around the corner. The holiday falls on the ninth day of Dhul Hijjah and marks...

UAE travel for Hajj, Eid Al Adha: Emirates announces 46 special flights

For this year's Hajj season, Emirates announced 33 special flights to Jeddah and Madinah operating until May 31, and between June 10 and 16,...