In a significant move, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) implemented the Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022, commonly known as the “Corporate Tax Law,” on December 9, 2022. Corporate Tax, also known as Corporate Income Tax or Business Profits Tax in various jurisdictions, is a direct tax imposed on the net income generated by corporations...
Frauds and scams have been on the rise in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in recent times, posing challenges to both local residents and expatriates. Here are some of the common scams currently occurring in the UAE: 1. Investment scams: Scammers exploit the growing investor community by promising high returns in a short period. They...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently made significant implications and amendments in its personal status law, particularly regarding marriage and divorce applications for non-Muslims. These changes aim to provide a more inclusive and comprehensive legal framework for the diverse population residing in the UAE. These changes aim to uphold personal rights, streamline processes, and...
Introduction Labour laws constitute an important role in safeguarding and guaranteeing employees’ rights and interests in any country. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lately implemented significant reforms to its labour policy, with the goal of improving worker rights and creating a more efficient and equitable employment environment. This article examines the previous UAE labour...
Hackers and thieves have stepped up their efforts to take United Arab Emirates (UAE) residents their money through financial scams. The purpose: to steal the victims’ savings by obtaining their bank account numbers, credit or debit cards, and passwords. The “modus operandi” can occur with different malicious programs (malware), such as ransomware. But they can...
Metaverse is seen as the next significant evolution of the internet, moving away from text-based websites towards shared, overlapping 3D worlds in which users interact via avatars. It is used for a variety of purposes, including socializing, events, gaming, commerce, and even work. Dubai, the commercial hub of the United Arab Emirates, has emerged as...
The ignorance of the law on the part of some workers occasionally results in the situations that do not comply with the applicable laws. As per the laws of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), costs of the visa always shall always be borne by the employer, but in certain instances, there have been cases where...
It is very important to take into account what the new laws say before quitting your job during the trial period. The new Labour Law -Decree-Federal Law No. 33 of 2021- and Ministerial Resolution No. 47 of 2022 establish that a worker can face one year of work disqualification if they quit their job during...
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