The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) highlighted the fact that the UAE Pension Law did not restrict a pensioner or retired individual’s decision to return to work. Rather, it encourages pensioners to return to work once again and contribute to the GPSSA, under the condition that they are not 60 years of age or above. Additionally, pensioners can…

As published in The National By Salam Al Amir Lebanese woman was left luxury cars and more than 30 homes in disputed document A widow has failed at a Dubai court to prove the authenticity of her late husband’s will, in which she was left the majority of his Dh734 million ($200m) estate. The Lebanese woman, 75, asked…
by Helen de Oliveira Carvalho UAE Software License Renewals – The UAE has been gearing up its intellectual property laws, by creating an environment in which research and development can flourish, and providing protection of the rights of the software and other copyright creators. To this end, the Federal Law No. 7 of 2002 on Copyrights and Neighbouring Rights has…

New entry permits: UAE resumes issuing 60-day tourist visas There is some difference in the cost of a children’s visa compared to a 30-day visa, says a travel agent File[/caption] Travel agents have confirmed that the issuing of 60 days visit visas have resumed in the UAE. This is part of the sweeping reforms, known as the Advanced Visa System,…

UAE announces amendments to the Decree-Law of Regulation of Employment Relationship. The amendment aims to protect both parties in a balanced way, says MOHRE Dubai: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has announced amendments to the Decree-Law of the Regulation of Employment Relationship. Under the new amendments, employment contracts must cover a defined term, which can be renewed…

Way cleared for Dubai’s offplan buyers to get Golden Visas on Dh2m property asset. Select developers and estate agents to issue recommendations on investors’ behalf Another breakthrough moment for Dubai’s offplan property market? The Dh2 million investment scheme towards a 10-year residency visa should set off another round of increased demand for offplan buys, says market sources. Image Credit: WAM…

UAE courts granted powers to enforce UK rulings: Landmark move by Ministry of Justice permits courts to impose judgments in civil and financial matters UAE courts have been granted new powers to enforce judgments imposed in civil and financial cases in England under a landmark ruling by the Ministry of Justice. The resolution ― which was issued last week ―…

7 entry permits, tourist visa changes under new residency reforms in the UAE : The new system offers visitors a variety of permits without requiring a host or sponsor The new system offers visitors a variety of visa types for different visit purposes without requiring a host or sponsor for the first time. These visas offer flexible durations that meet…

DIFC is creating a hub for global and regional family-owned businesses, UHNWIs and private wealth Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, on Monday announced the launch of the first Global Family Business and Private Wealth Centre (Centre) in the region and worldwide. DIFC is the first…

As published in Gulf Newsby WAM Public Prosecution warns against receiving benefits for publishing illegal content Abu Dhabi: The UAE Public Prosecution has highlighted, through a video published on its social media accounts, the penalties for receiving payments in exchange for publishing illegal content or false data. The Public Prosecution on Friday explained that, according to Article 55 of the…