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General

The 2023 UAE data protection Law is Here. This is What you need to know

The UAE introduced Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data, marking the country's first federal-level data protection legislation. The law applies to b…

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Ananya Krishnan
18 Feb 20261 min read
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Immigration

Can UAE Loan defaulters be arrested in India?

This article examines the extradition framework between the UAE and India, focusing on whether loan defaulters…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

UAE Immigration Ban Check Online: Ten Essential Steps

The UAE offers multiple digital platforms enabling residents, expatriates, and visitors to verify immigration …

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

UAE Inheritance Law For Expats – Business Succession Post Death

When an expatriate passes away, their assets and business interests in the UAE are subject to specific legal f…

18 Feb 2026Read →
UAE Company Laws

The essential guide to UAE Labour Law article 120. What,s all the fuss about?

UAE Labour Law Article 120 outlines the specific circumstances under which an employer may lawfully dismiss a …

18 Feb 2026Read →
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UAE labor Laws

UAE Labour Law: Complete Guide to Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021

The UAE Labour Law of 2024 introduces comprehensive reforms to employment regulations, including the conversio…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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UAE law on Domestic Violence

The UAE has enacted comprehensive domestic violence legislation through a Decree-Law that defines and criminal…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Employment Law UAE

UAE Law on Gratuity: How to Calculate Your End of Service Benefits (2026)

Gratuity, or end-of-service benefits, is a statutory entitlement under UAE employment law that provides financ…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Understanding Adultery Laws in the UAE: Legal Implications and Consequences

Adultery is treated as a serious criminal offense in the UAE, punishable by imprisonment and deportation under…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Comprehensive Guide to Working Hours in the UAE & Free Gratuity Calculator

The UAE's labor laws establish clear regulations on working hours, overtime compensation, leave entitlements, …

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Employment Law UAE

UAE Domestic Workers Law: Complete Guide to Federal Law No. 9 of 2022

Federal Law No. 9 of 2022 establishes comprehensive regulations governing the employment of domestic workers i…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Non-Compete Clauses in the UAE: Balancing Employee Rights and Business Interests

Non-compete clauses in the UAE are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, which permits employers to r…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Everything you need to know about the 2020 UAE Personal Insolvency Law

The UAE Personal Insolvency Law, effective from 29 November 2019, establishes a formal framework for individua…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Immigration

How to get a Long term UAE residence visa in 2021?

The UAE has introduced several long-term residence visa programmes to attract foreign residents, including gol…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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UAE travel Bans

A Complete Guide to Checking Your UAE Travel Ban Status

A UAE Travel Ban is a formal legal restriction preventing an individual from entering or exiting the United Ar…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

UAE Visa Ban on Nigerians: Here’s the Latest Update.

The UAE lifted its visa ban on Nigerian citizens in July 2024, ending restrictions imposed in October 2022 due…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Can Tenants be Banned from Traveling in the UAE for Unpaid Rents?

Landlords in the UAE have the legal right to request a travel ban on tenants who fail to pay rent. The process…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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What’s the Hype about UAE’s Virtual assets Regulatory Authority?

The Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) is a federal authority established in the UAE to regulate virtu…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

UAE Visa Ban: A Comprehensive Legal Guide for Foreign Workers and Residents

The UAE employs a complex system of visa and travel bans that can restrict foreign nationals' ability to enter…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

UAE Visa Banned Countries List: 2026 Complete Guide

Reports since early 2025 suggest the UAE has suspended tourist and work visa issuance for nationals of ten cou…

18 Feb 2026Read →