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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
New draft commercial agency law to allow public joint-stock companies with at least 51% of national capital contribution to act as commercial agents: Minister of Economy ABU DHABI, 29th June, 2022 (WAM) — Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, said the new draft federal law on the regulation of commercial agencies allows public […]
On 20 June 2022, the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) released a new Public Clarification (Ref. EXTP007) outlining the process of notifying the FTA in cases of deficiency or destruction of excisable goods within a Designated Zone (DZ), and the required process of receiving the approval of Excise Tax relief subject to meeting certain conditions. […]
Cryptocurrencies and blockchain projects in the UAE are regulated by FSRA (Financial Services Regulatory Authority) in relation to ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market). This authority publishes guidance on cryptocurrencies. It also monitors blockchain business to ensure transparency as well as to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. Other bodies that may contribute to the regulation […]
Taj Al Manar restaurant, located in Al-Khayer district of Al-Ain, has been closed by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (Adafsa) for endangering public health. Officials said the closure was due to repeated violations of conditions and requirements related to health and food safety. Three high-risk violation notices were issued to the establishment […]