Government Regulations & Legal Updates
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UAE labour law, permits, approvals and regulatory changes that affect how businesses operate day to day.
ADGM Expansion to Al Reem Island: What It Means for Companies and Licence Holders
Al Reem Island used to sit outside the main jurisdiction of Abu Dhabi Global Market. That changed in 2023. UAE Cabinet Resolution No. 41 of 2023 expanded ADGM's geographic jurisdiction beyond Al Marya…
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UAE Employer-Employee Relations Rules: Policies Businesses Should Review
Employer-employee relations in the UAE are shaped by more than an employment contract. Your HR policies, payroll process, leave rules, disciplinary procedures and termination documents all need to mat…
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Staff Accommodation in Dubai: Labour Camp Standards and Employer Responsibilities
If your company employs a large operational workforce in Dubai, staff housing cannot be treated as a simple property rental. Worker accommodation is regulated through federal labour rules, Dubai legis…
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Debt Liquidation in UAE: Legal Process, Costs and Creditor Considerations
When a UAE business can no longer pay its debts, closing the trade licence does not make those liabilities disappear. Creditors still have claims, secured lenders may have rights over specific assets…
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UAE Commercial Companies Law: Key Rules for Business Owners
Running a company in the UAE involves more than getting a trade licence and renewing it every year. Your ownership structure, manager powers, shareholder decisions, accounting records and even the wor…
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Will vs Power of Attorney in UAE: Key Legal Differences
A Will and a Power of Attorney can both give another person an important role in managing your affairs. That is where the similarity mostly ends. The simplest difference is timing. A Power of Attorney…
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Dubai Shared Housing Law 2026: New Rules for Tenants, Landlords and Operators
Sharing an apartment or villa has long been common in Dubai, especially among students, professionals and residents looking to reduce housing costs. In 2026, however, the rules around this type of acc…
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ICV Meaning Explained: What Dubai Businesses Need to Know About In-Country Value
The National ICV Program, supervised by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), has expanded to include 31 government entities and employs approximately 19,000 Emiratis in certified…
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UAE Competition Law 2026: New Rules for Mergers, Exclusive Agreements and Businesses
Competition law in the UAE has become far more relevant to everyday business decisions. The main law, Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023 Regulating Competition, has been in place for several years. But…
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UAE Commercial Music Licensing 2026: New Rules, Fees and Business Compliance Guide
Playing music in a cafe, hotel, gym or retail store in the UAE is about to become a more formal compliance issue. The UAE is introducing annual licensing fees for businesses that use copyrighted music…
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UAE Advertiser Permit 2026: Requirements, Fees and How to Apply
In the UAE, posting a sponsored Instagram Reel, promoting a restaurant on TikTok, or creating a paid YouTube review now comes with a regulatory requirement that creators must take seriously. If you pu…
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CICPA Pass in Abu Dhabi: Requirements, Cost and Application Process
Businesses operating in Abu Dhabi's critical infrastructure sectors must comply with strict security regulations before employees, contractors, vehicles, or vessels can access restricted sites. One of…