The newly enacted Law No. 02 of 2019 compliments the DIFC’s commitment to international best practice, addressing key issues such as paternity leave, sick pay and end-of-service settlements. The new Employment Law, which will come into effect on the 28th of August 2019, clarifies the application of DIFC’s employment regime to employers and employees, including […]
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The new anti-money laundering system platform named ‘goAML’ already went live in May and all financial entities being supervised by the UAE Central Bank have to register on this system by 27th of June 2019, the UAE Central Bank officials announced in Abu Dhabi. The UAE’s Financial Intelligence Unit will use the platform to gather
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As of Sunday 30th June 2019, the authorized officer at the DIFC Wills Services will no longer act as one of the witnesses at the will signing. The Testator would be responsible for providing two witnesses for their wills. The witness must be at least 21 years of age and must have a valid photo
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UAE Labour Minister Ali Al Kaabi issued a decision banning outdoor work from June 15 to September 15 during the peak heat period of between 12:30 and 15:00 afternoon. Under the decision in the UAE, companies found to be violating the ban will be fined Dh10,000 and have their status for worker visas downgraded for
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The UAE currently ranks 11th in the World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business and Dubai’s JAFZA (Jebel Ali Free Zone) has played an important role in this positive rating. This free zone continues to be a leading source of Foreign Direct Investment and accounts for nearly 24 percent of Dubai’s total yearly inflow. In commemoration
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The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) has called on all immigrants on job seekers visa to regularize their status in accordance with the law. The temporary six-month visa does not require a sponsor. Individuals obtaining temporary visa should transfer their residency under a sponsor or leave the country before expiration of the visa
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A recent resolution, Executive Council Resolution No. (5) of 2019, was passed approving the payment of selected Dubai government fees and fines in installments by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council. The resolution also authorizes the Director General of the Dubai Department of
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In order to promote healthcare transparency, the Abu Dhabi Department of Health (DOH) recently issued a mandate requiring health facilities to issue medical bills to their patients. Starting May 1, the bill must include details such as treatment provided, services received, cost sharing obligations (co-pay). This would lead to healthcare facilities to promote value for
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90% of the workforce in UAE are expatriates and shall be leaving the country after a certain period of time or upon retirement. It is necessary that employees are offered end of service and retirement benefits. Recently, reforms are being issued to boost the retirement benefits scheme. Companies are trying to attract and retain talented
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The Ministry of Interior (MOI) recently launched a platform that will help police departments across the world to compare their performances and share best practices. This new website shall be collecting performance indicators and statistics from global police authorities. The link to the website is www.policeindicators.com. The available statistics are about crime rates, road accidents,
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