How do I gift real estate to my relatives?

How do I gift real estate to my relatives?

You are presumed to own real estate in Dubai and intend to transfer it to members of your first degree family. Therefore, the provisions of Executive Council Decree No. 30 of 2013 approving the Land Department Fees (“Dubai Land Department Fees Decree 2013”) are applicable to you. The Dubai Land Department only levies fees and […]

Adaptation of people released from prison

Adaptation of people released from prison

UAE: New law will allow convicts to find jobs and lead normal lives after serving their sentencesThe goal is to integrate them into society after the completion of rehabilitation programs Rehabilitation and reintegration of ex-convicts into society has received a major boost in the UAE after the Federal National Council (FNC) passed a new law […]

Annual visas for citizens of Ukraine

Annual visas for citizens of Ukraine

The embassy, citing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the UAE, said that the Ukrainian citizens can apply for one-year residency visa under special provision for countries affected by wars and disasters. Abu Dhabi: Citizens of Ukraine can apply for a permit to stay in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for a period […]

new in social media laws

News in social media laws

Up to Dh1 million fine for violating UAE social media laws: 5 rules you must knowIndividuals must be careful not to violate the country’s cybercrime regulations as federally decreed:What is the rules of posting social media-! Pursuant to your queries, the provisions of Federal Decree Law No. 34 of 2021 on Combatting Rumours and Cybercrimes […]

stone authenticity machine

Precious stone authenticity machine

It’s now a lot easier for consumers to check the authenticity of gemstones and precious metals, thanks to a new test developed by the Dubai Central Laboratory (DCL). Specialists at the facility run by Dubai Municipality, have come up with different methods that use laser technology to identify gemstones that might be treated with plastic. […]

news of UAE legal reform

News of UAE legal reform

Legal reform is an important part of a modernising nation’s economic prosperity. The provision of an expert legal sector is fundamental to the success of business and commerce, and underpins the very fabric of our society. Located in a civil jurisdiction, Dubai made an admirably daring move almost 20 years ago when setting up the […]

Raising fuel prices in UAE in July

Raising fuel prices in UAE in July

Drivers continue to face increasing fuel costs, with prices up on June. UAE fuel prices are set to rise again. After an initial and significant increase in prices for petrol and diesel in March of this year, prices at the pump are set to rise further in July. With an approximate increase of 11% on […]

Drug trafficking death penalty overturned

Drug trafficking death penalty overturned

UAE drops death sentence for Israeli woman in drug case The lawyer representing an Israeli woman convicted on drug charges in the United Arab Emirates says the UAE has canceled a death sentence issued earlier this year JERUSALEM — The United Arab Emirates has canceled a death sentence issued earlier this year to an Israeli […]