Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), the UAE’s premier free zone and global trade hub, has introduced two new license categories—Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) and Holding Company licenses—designed to provide businesses with more agile and cost-effective structuring options. Announced on May 5, 2025, the new offerings enable investors and companies to manage assets, oversee regional operations,…
In a major initiative to strengthen the future of family-owned enterprises, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), in partnership with the Dubai Centre for Family Businesses under Dubai Chambers, has officially launched a comprehensive guide titled Family Businesses in the Emirate of Dubai: A Guidebook. Unveiled during the opening session of the Centre’s…
In a landmark move to ease the financial burden on businesses, the UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) have announced the waiver of administrative fines for companies that failed to register for corporate tax on time. This temporary relief is part of a broader initiative to support smooth onboarding during…
Employees working in Dubai under a probationary period have the legal right to resign, but specific procedures govern how the process must be handled — particularly regarding visa and recruitment costs. Key Rules for Resignation During Probation According to the Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Employment Relations, employees are…
In a landmark move set to transform digital finance, three leading UAE entities — International Holding Company (IHC), ADQ, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) — have announced the launch of a new stablecoin backed by the UAE dirham. The initiative, revealed on Monday through a joint statement on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, will…
UAE residents facing visa cancellation can breathe a sigh of relief regarding their banking needs. Legal experts have clarified that the cancellation of a residency visa does not automatically freeze or close a resident’s bank account, as long as the account remains active and the customer maintains regular communication with the bank. Ashish Mehta, founder…