Visa
UAE Expands Visa Waiver Programme for Indian Nationals
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has broadened its visa waiver programme for Indian passport holders, making travel easier for families and business visitors. Effective February 13,…
Technology
Dubai Introduces AI-Driven Visa Renewal System for Residents
Residents of Dubai can now renew their visas in record time, thanks to the newly launched Salama platform by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA).…
Visa
Dubai Introduces Yacht Crew Visa & Mobile Marina for Seamless Maritime Travel
In a significant move to bolster its maritime sector, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) has launched a six-month multiple-entry visa exclusively…
Business
UAE Launches Exclusive Visa for Business Explorers and Investors
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched the Business Opportunities Visa, designed to attract entrepreneurs, investors, and skilled professionals from around the world. This…
Free Zone
Sharjah Free Zones Partner with Civil Defence to Elevate Safety Standards
Sharjah, UAE – In a strategic move to bolster security protocols and streamline investor services, the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Authority (SAIF Zone) and the…
Dubai Events
Dubai Unveils Golden Visa Program for Superyacht Owners
Dubai has introduced a new Golden Visa for superyacht owners, offering them long-term residency and exclusive benefits. Announced by the General Directorate of Residency and…
Legal
Abu Dhabi Launches New Licensing Framework for Endowment Companies
Abu Dhabi has introduced a fresh set of regulations for the establishment and operation of endowment companies in the emirate. This new framework, announced on February 17, 2025,…
Legal
Sharjah Imposes 20% Corporate Tax on Natural Resource Companies
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has signed a new law introducing a 20% corporate tax on businesses involved in…
Business
Abu Dhabi Streamlines Business Expansion for Companies from Other Emirates
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has introduced a strategic policy allowing businesses from other UAE emirates to set up in Abu Dhabi Mainland without the…