UAE business news on the Rizmona blog
Muneeb Ahsan covers UAE business news for Riz & Mona Consultancy, from visa and free zone updates to legal and banking changes.
His articles follow the announcements that affect companies and residents in the UAE: new visa and residency rules, free zone and licensing changes, legal and tax updates, and support packages for businesses.
Guides and analysis published on the Rizmona blog.
Dubai has made a landmark regulatory shift in its real estate investor residency framework. The emirate has officially removed the minimum property value requirement for sole owners applying for a two-year investor residency visa, a policy revision that could unlock residency access for thousands of new foreign investors. Revised Eligibility Criteria Under the Updated Policy […]
Dubai has launched a Dh1 billion incentive package to ease financial pressure on businesses, workers, and residents across the emirate. Announced by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum following an Executive Council meeting, the measures take effect from April 1 and will be introduced over the next three to six […]
Starting February 1, 2026, the UAE Media Council has introduced a new law that makes it mandatory for social media influencers and creators to have an Advertiser Permit. This rule applies to everyone creating promotional content within the UAE, including citizens, residents, and visitors. One of the biggest changes is that the permit is required […]
Wio Bank has announced the launch of the UAE’s first dedicated bank account for content creators and digital entrepreneurs. The announcement was made on Saturday during the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit held in Dubai. The new account is designed to support content creators by simplifying income management, payments, and everyday business […]
The UAE government confirmed on Monday that it has introduced amendments to the country’s corporate and business tax law to clarify how corporate tax is calculated and settled when tax credits, incentives, or reliefs are involved. The update was issued through a new decree-law on December 15, according to official statements reported by local media. […]
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced a new Cabinet Resolution outlining administrative fines for businesses that fail to meet the requirements of the country’s Electronic Invoicing System. The resolution applies to entities covered under Ministerial Decision No. 243 of 2025, while companies using the system voluntarily will not face penalties until compliance becomes compulsory. […]
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