UAE (United Arab Emirates) work visas: Have demographic diversity requirements been eased? The UAE has recently reinstated demographic diversification rules for mainland-based employers, aiming to maintain a range of nationalities within their workforce. This has led to the in...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is poised to have only one national lottery operator, a significant development in the regions gaming and lottery industry. This decision is part of the UAEs initiative to create a more regulated and responsible gaming environment. The General Commerci...
The opening of GITEX GLOBAL, the world's largest tech show, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) took place today, led by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. His Highness was joined by His Highness Sheikh Ah...
Did you know that while Dubai sizzles with an average temperature of 39 to 43 degrees Celsius, Fujairah enjoys a more pleasant climate at around 33 degrees Celsius? This remarkable temperature difference presents an inviting opportunity for a rejuvenating one-day getaway.Nestled ...
A new unemployment insurance scheme was announced in October 2022.Effective June 30, 2023, all private sector employees in the UAE (excluding freezones) must register. Contributions are AED 5/month for earnings below AED 16,000 and AED 10/month for higher earnings.Eligibility for b...
The new UAE Labour Law, effective since February 2022, mandates that private sector employees (excluding DIFC and ADGM) must be on fixed-term contracts. The deadline for this transition is February 1, 2023.In October 2022, the previously imposed 3-year cap on fixed-term contracts ...
Commencing January 1, 2023, new Emiratisation quotas apply to private sector companies registered with the Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation (MoHRE), excluding UAE's free zones.Companies must have at least 2% UAE nationals in their workforce, increasing by 2% annual...