With the implementation of the new Federal Media Law on May 29, 2025, a basis of a complete legal framework to control the media work in the country was established in the UAE formally. The law lays stress on ethical journalism, responsibility and national unity, which albeit is under severe punishment of up to Dh1 million in the case of some specific violations such as issues related to religion and national interests and misinformation. This law fits into the wider picture of strengthening the responsible usage of media where freedom of expression should be guarded within its limits of respect,…
Author: Nazish Iqbal
At a glance in the first half of 2025, real estate market in Dubai has achieved new heights with total transactions touching near Dh431 billion which is an incredible 25 percent rise against Dh345 billion recorded in the first half of 2024 according to Dubai Land Department. The city statistics indicate that this is a sure shot indicator of the increasing investor confidence, incoming demand as well as the global attraction of quality real estate location in the city. The real estate transaction numbers were also very high as compared to the previous year standing at 125,538 -about 26 percent…
Relocating to UAE with your family? Be it in Dubai or Abu Dhabi or other place of where you reside in the emirate, one of the ways of reuniting with your family is by seeking a family visa. So, this is all you should know about eligibility, documents, and cost as well as step-by-step application process of UAE family visa in 2025. What Is a UAE Family Visa? A UAE family visa entails the right of a resident to sponsor his or her close relatives, such as spouses, kids, and in other cases, other family members like parents or step…
UAE has opened an updated official site of Visa and residency services, which is administered by the Federal Authority for identity, citizenship, customs and ports security (ICP). The new platform, that came online on Thursday, promises to be faster, more efficient and secured in terms of experience offered to the users interested in accessing visa, Emirates ID, and other ICP services online. What’s New on the ICP Website? The modernized ICP site offers innovative features that seek to make it more accessible, and user-friendly, to the residents, tourists, and businesses. And this is what is upgraded: Voice Navigation The user…
The UAE has made another step to eliminate the lack of transparency and accountability in the nonprofit sector. According to a new Cabinet resolution under which administrative penalties will be imposed on a public benefit institution that does not adhere to Federal Decree-Law No. (50) of 2023, there are legal requirements regulating the operations of Law. The government is undertaking such penalties as an attempt to promote the cause of better governance, the financial action, and the regulation of the institutions in the interest of the people. What Are Public Benefit Institutions? The nonprofit organizations, charities, foundations, and associations in…
Do you have a job offer to work in the UAE? Here is the way to check it out prior to the grand relocation. As Dubai is still appealing to global skills, there are numerous professionals, who are offered a job by companies that are based in UAE. However, the question is how can you be sure that you are getting a good deal in an offer you have gotten, particularly in a foreign country? This is a manual on how to get a job offer using the UAE law and verify it. Offer Letter vs Employment Contract In the…
What should be done when someone is being fined on the car he does not own anymore. The process of selling your car to your friend or some acquaintance is assumed as being easy, but what happens when they forget to transfer the ownership? It is possible to become legally liable in thousands of dirhams of unpaid traffic fines. The following is an example of a real life case and an analysis of the UAE laws that will be applicable. The Situation: One resident had sold a car to a friend at the price of Dh10,000, and official transfer of…
Sizzling Latin nights, frosty adventures and some endless karaoke fun, Abu Dhabi is heating it and chilling it this week. If you need exemplary ideas on what to do with your family, a foodie, or fitness motivation, these are 7 cool events in the capital that should be included in your plans July 7until July 10. Monday, 7 July Fiesta Mondays at The Warehouse Brrr Peru right here at The Warehouse Wine & Tapas Bar, it is beginning of the week but we are still in the middle of the weekend. They offer an alternative with their Fiesta Mondays where…
Work Permit or more commonly called a UAE Labour Card is a crucial document issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE). It also has important employment details like payroll title, address of employer, labour card number and date of expiry. In case you are an employee in the UAE and require to check your Labour Card number, the following are the ways in which your number can be checked conveniently either online or even through the MOHRE application. How to Check UAE Labour Card Number via MOHRE App You can also be able to verify details about…
A great number of professionals working full time in the UAE consider starting their secondary businesses. However, is this permissible by the UAE laws? How can the legal aspect affect your intended business in case it infringes on your current job? This is what the law implies, particularly, to the people employed in niche areas like HR, finance, or IT. Is It Legal to Start a Business While Employed Full-Time in the UAE? Indeed, the law in UAE does not prohibit a full-time employee to start his/her business or become a partner/shareholder in some existing company, although he/she does have…