Dubai launches centralised digital system for remote investigation, litigation

Dubai launches centralised digital system for remote investigation, litigation

Digital platform to be integrated with Dubai Courts, Dubai Police and GDRFA Dubai Dubai: A centralised digital system for remote investigation and litigation has been launched in Dubai. This follows an agreement between Dubai Public Prosecution (DPP) and e& Enterprise to streamline remote investigation and litigation in Dubai. Operated by the DPP via a central operations hub, the pioneering platform…

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UAE: Sheikh Mohammed issues decree on new Judicial Authority in Dubai

UAE: Sheikh Mohammed issues decree on new Judicial Authority in Dubai

Entity tasked with determining the competent court for disputes, among other matters Dubai: In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Decree No. 29 of 2024 on the ‘Judicial Authority for Resolving Jurisdictional Conflicts between DIFC Courts and Judicial Authorities in the Emirate…

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Federal Tax Authority issues new Decision on specified timeframes for Corporate Tax registration

Federal Tax Authority issues new Decision on specified timeframes for Corporate Tax registration

Federal Tax Authority issues new Decision on specified timeframes for Corporate Tax registration Abu Dhabi, UAE – 27 March 2024 – The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has specified timeframes for Taxable Persons subject to Corporate Tax to apply to register with the FTA and avoid being in violation of tax laws. The timeframes were outlined in a new Decision issued by the FTA…

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UAE Golden Visa: Dubai drops minimum down payment required for property owners

UAE Golden Visa: Dubai drops minimum down payment required for property owners

The owner can apply for the 10-year residency regardless of the amount paid upfront, an executive explained Property buyers in Dubai are no longer required to make a minimum down payment of Dh1 million to be eligible for the Golden Visa, as the government has eased the criteria for real estate investors. If the property’s value exceeds Dh2 million, owners…

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New UAE law: Employees cannot be fired from their jobs over mental health conditions.

New UAE law: Employees cannot be fired from their jobs over mental health conditions.

Up to Dh200,000 fine for violating provisions of the law that went into effect recently; expert explains the new rules Employers in the UAE cannot make decisions about hiring, terminating or restricting job opportunities for residents over a mental health condition, as per a new law passed recently. “Instead, any decision regarding employment must be based on a report from a specialised…

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