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Enforcing Foreign Judgments in the UAE: What Creditors Need to Know

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Many international businesses and individuals are surprised to learn that foreign judgments can, in principle, be recognised and enforced in the UAE. However, enforcement is not automatic and each application is considered on its own merits in accordance with UAE law. The principal legal framework governing the enforcement of foreign judgments is contained in Article […]

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The End of Informal Digital Communication? WhatsApp, Regulation, and Legal Risk in the UAE

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WhatsApp has long operated as more than a messaging application in the UAE. Over time, it became deeply embedded into daily personal, commercial, and professional activity — used for customer communication, business negotiations, banking interactions, tenancy discussions, community groups, document sharing, voice notes, and informal approvals. For many residents and businesses, messaging platforms increasingly replaced

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Service Charges Without Handover: A Critical Risk for Dubai Property Buyers

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In recent years, Dubai has seen a growing number of disputes between developers and off-plan buyers at the point of handover. A common issue has been a misunderstanding—particularly among international buyers: that service charges only become payable once the property is physically handed over. In many jurisdictions, this assumption is reasonable. Buyers expect that until

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You paid—but your ownership isn’t recorded: the Oqood risk in Dubai off-plan property

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Why many Buyers are exposed without realising it? Most off-plan buyers in Dubai assume that once they sign a Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) and pay Registration Fees, their ownership is secured. It is not. If your unit is not registered in the Oqood system, your interest is not formally recorded with the Dubai Land

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Dubai Introduces New Law Regulating Shared Housing

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Executive Summary The issuance of Dubai Law No. 4 of 2026 on the Regulation of Shared Housing represents a significant regulatory development within Dubai’s real estate governance structure. The Law introduces a formal licensing and registration regime for shared residential accommodation and establishes a Shared Accommodation Register under the supervision of the Dubai Land Department.

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Dubai introduces new building safety law mandating strict quality standards

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Dubai has introduced Law No. (3) of 2026 concerning the Quality and Safety of Buildings in the Emirate of Dubai, setting out a new framework aimed at improving safety standards and long-term maintenance of buildings across the emirate. The law will come into effect 60 days after its publication in the Official Gazette. Under the

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Dubai introduces new Public Safety Law with fines of up to AED 2 million

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Introducing a new set of rules aimed at strengthening safety standards across public spaces in the emirate. The law was issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and will come into effect on 1 June 2026. The new law applies to a wide range of public venues and activities, including events, beaches,

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Travel Disruption, War-Related Airspace Closures, and Employment Obligations in the UAE

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Recent regional developments have resulted in situations where employees are temporarily unable to return to the UAE due to airspace restrictions, security disruptions, or war-related events. These circumstances raise important legal questions regarding salary continuation, leave allocation, contractual obligations, and employer duties. This advisory analyses the legal framework strictly under: UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 33

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Lost your job in the UAE? What happens to your loans and what you can do

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Losing your job in the UAE can create immediate financial pressure, especially if you have ongoing loan obligations such as a mortgage, credit cards, personal loans, or car financing sometimes multiple payments every month. For many, this can feel overwhelming, as banks still expect regular payments even during this difficult period. While each type of

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Dubai Introduces Building Quality and Safety Certification Regime under Law No. (3) of 2026

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In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Law No. (3) of 2026 on the Quality and Safety of Buildings in the Emirate of Dubai. The Law introduces a comprehensive regulatory framework designed to enhance the safety, structural

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