In his capacity as the Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, issued Executive Council Resolution No. (11) of 2025, regulating the operations of Free Zone establishments in Dubai. Key Highlights […]
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What Updates Are Required? As per Cabinet Decision No. 74 of 2023 on the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. 28 of 2022, registrants must notify the FTA of any changes / modification or / and of any inaccuracies or / and errors in their tax records within 20 business days of becoming aware of
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ISEZA operates under the Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA), which was established in 2015 to provide a competitive and regulated Free Zone ecosystem within Dubai’s Central Business District. With over two million square feet of premium commercial office space, DWTCA hosts a diverse international business community, including startups, SMEs, and leading corporations across more
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Key Regulatory Update: Compliance with the Smart Rent Index from 2025 Beginning January 2025, all tenancy contract renewals must align with the Smart Rent Index introduced by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). This structured approach ensures that rent adjustments reflect real market values rather than arbitrary increases. For lease renewals before 2025, rent increases will
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Key Benefits for Businesses and Entrepreneurs Premises-Free Trading: Firms registered in other UAE emirates and free zones can now open branches in Abu Dhabi without needing an office space for one year. Simplified Business Expansion: The initiative eases entry barriers, allowing companies to tap into Abu Dhabi’s growing economy. Access to 1,200 Economic Activities: The
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This significant shift is expected to attract a new wave of international investment and supports Dubai’s Vision 2040 Urban Master Plan to boost its status as a global hub for business, tourism, and living. Understanding Freehold Ownership in the UAE Under UAE law, freehold ownership allows property buyers—both residents and non-residents—to own the property and the
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Updated Ministerial Decisions: Ministerial Decision No. (301) of 2024: Addresses Tax Groups under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022, introducing administrative simplifications. Ministerial Decision No. (302) of 2024: Provides further clarity on the Participation Exemption and Foreign Permanent Establishment Exemption. Highlights of the Revisions: I. Amendments to Tax Group Regulations The updated Ministerial Decision No.
This development follows updates to Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on the Taxation of Corporations and Businesses, further amended by Federal Decree-Law No. 60 of 2023. The DMTT will apply to financial years starting on or after January 1, 2025. This strategic measure reflects the UAE’s commitment to implementing the Organisation for Economic Co-operation
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Effective from 1 June 2023, this decision introduces updates regarding Unincorporated Partnerships, Foreign Partnerships, and Family Foundations. The key objectives of these updates include: Clarity in Tax Obligations: These structures often operate outside the framework of traditional corporations, making their tax obligations less clear. Properly defining their tax treatment ensures consistency and eliminates ambiguity in
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