Government Regulations & Legal Updates
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UAE labour law, permits, approvals and regulatory changes that affect how businesses operate day to day.
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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Commercial Gaming License UAE: GCGRA Requirements, License Types and Business Opportunities
Commercial gaming in the UAE has moved into a formal federal regulatory system. What was once a largely restricted market now has licensed lottery operations, land-based gaming, internet gaming, sport…
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Business Activities in UAE That Require External Government Approvals
Getting a UAE trade licence can be fairly quick for a straightforward business. The process changes once you enter a regulated industry. A management consultancy, for example, may have a relatively si…
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Does Your UAE Company Still Need a Stamp or Seal?
You receive your UAE trade licence, incorporation documents and company registration details. Then somebody asks a surprisingly old-fashioned question: “Where is your company stamp?” It can feel stran…
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MOFA Attestation in UAE: Complete Guide
You may have a genuine degree, marriage certificate or company document, but that does not always mean a UAE authority can accept it immediately. If the document was issued in another country, or if a…
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UAE Shareholder Agreement: Key Clauses Every Business Owner Should Include
Starting a company with another shareholder often feels straightforward at the beginning. You agree on ownership percentages, decide who will run the business and start working. Problems usually appea…
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Commercial Drone License Dubai: DCAA Permits, Approvals and Business Rules
Dubai has a strong market for commercial drone work. Property developers use drones for site monitoring. Media teams use them for aerial filming. Survey, inspection and logistics companies are also bu…
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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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Sustainability and ESG Reporting for UAE Businesses
ESG reporting in the UAE is becoming part of normal business management. Listed companies already face annual sustainability disclosure requirements. Certain large businesses in Abu Dhabi Global Marke…
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Employment Contract Types in UAE: Limited vs Unlimited Explained
If you still see job offers described as “limited” or “unlimited,” the wording can be confusing. UAE employment law has changed. For most private-sector employees governed by the federal labour law, a…