Overstaying visitors must pay fees for extra days they remain in the UAE after their visa expires. They must also obtain an out pass or leave permit from either the airport or the immigration office at the land borders. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a popular destination for travelers from all over the world due to its unique attractions,…
Children in Dubai who have reached legal age will soon be allowed to choose their guardian following a divorce, according to a report published on Sunday. Legislation is expected to be issued that will allow children to decide whether they want to stay with their mother or father. This change in the law is expected to offer children more control…
The UAE has introduced a new re-entry permit that enables residency visa holders who stay outside the Emirates for over six months to return to the country. However, applicants must specify a reason for their absence, and the application must be submitted from outside the UAE. If approved, the applicant must enter the country within 30 days of the approval…
Dubai has launched a new civil marriage service that enables non-Muslim couples to complete their marriage ceremonies within a day. Previously, non-Muslim couples in Dubai had to either get married in a religious ceremony or at their home country’s embassy or consulate. However, with this new service, non-Muslim couples can get their civil marriage contract in just 24 hours. The…
As published in Arabian Business By Staff Writer Following the deadline, UAE employers will be subject to a fine or penalty for the contracts not transferred The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has extended the date for transferring work contracts between employees and employers, from February 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023. The transfer requires indefinite-term employment contracts…
UAE announces personal status federal decree-law for non-Muslims in country It regulates various procedures including those for marriage, divorce, and inheritance A new federal decree-law concerning the personal status of all non-Muslim foreigners in the UAE will come into effect on February 1, 2023, the government announced on Friday. The Federal Personal Status Law will regulate marriage conditions and the…
UAE Golden Visa holders can now sponsor parents on 10-year residency. A new significantly expanded visa scheme went into force on October 3, introducing new entry permits and simplifying existing options Golden Visa holders in the UAE can now sponsor their parents for a 10-year residency, Khaleej Times can reveal. This is part of a significantly expanded Golden Visa scheme…
Dubai property rent calculator: How to challenge ‘unfair’ hike in prices – Trenchlaw.com Rent increase, decrease related to real estate properties are decided by Dubai Real Estate Regulatory Agency based on a calculator it developed and operates Question: Can you explain how Dubai’s rental index works? I have received a rent increase notification that I feel is unfair. What should…
Emiratisation in UAE: Ministry encourages companies to utilise the incentives and support packages from the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council Companies in the UAE’s private sector now have only 50 days left to meet the latest Emiratisation target before fines are imposed, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) reiterated in an advisory on Friday. Firms with 50 or more…
→A child whose father is not known can easily be registered under the mother’s name Unmarried mothers living in the UAE can apply to get birth certificates for their babies. A new law that came into effect in October recognises the right of single mothers to register their children without the need for a father or a marriage certificate. Legal…
