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UAE visa amnesty: No extension of grace period to adjust status

There will be no extension of the UAE visa amnesty programme that ends on October 31, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) announced on Monday. The ICP added there will be deportations and tightening...

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...

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Dubai Gold Prices Fall Below Dh600/Gram, Drop Dh11 in 24 Hours

Gold prices dropped below Dh600 per gram in Dubai on Friday morning as the yellow metal slipped below $5,000,...

Gold Prices Stable in Dubai Morning Trade – 24K Around Dh610

Gold Prices: At 9am UAE time, the 24K gold price was trading at Dh610.75 per gram, slightly up from last night’s close. Among the...

Dubai Metro New Fines Alert: Dh100 to Dh2,000 Penalties Announced

Dubai: If you’ve ever rushed onto the Dubai Metro only to realise you’re in the wrong cabin, you’re not alone. While it’s a common...

Indian woman missing in Dubai, last location Ajman Police HQ, son seeks help

Disturbing news has emerged from Dubai, where an Indian woman has been missing for the past few days. Her son, Shaivi Bhandkar, has appealed...

Dubai Police Introduce New Online Platform for Lawyers with AI-Enabled Website

The platform, accessible through the authority's website using secure UAE Pass log in, was unveiled on January 20 during a press conference A new platform...