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General

Are Reduced Ramadan Working Hours Mandatory in UAE?

Private sector employers in the UAE are legally required to reduce working hours by two hours per day during Ramadan under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution …

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George Mathew
20 Feb 20261 min read
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General

Medical Fitness Ban in Dubai: How to Appeal, Remove & Reapply (2026 Guide)

A medical fitness ban in Dubai is an immigration restriction imposed when an expatriate fails mandatory medica…

20 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Check UAE Marriage or Divorce Status from Outside the UAE: Full 2026 Guide

UAE residents living abroad can verify their marriage or divorce status remotely through multiple digital gove…

20 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Can a Woman Leave Saudi Arabia Without Her Father’s or Husband’s Permission? (2026 Legal Guide)

Saudi Arabia's 2019 legal reforms allow women over 21 to travel without male guardian permission, marking a si…

19 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Marriage in Saudi Arabia: Complete Legal Guide for Locals & Foreigners

Marriage in Saudi Arabia is governed exclusively by Islamic Sharia law and codified through the 2022 Personal …

19 Feb 2026Read →
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Saudi Law

Saudi Ban Check Online. The Complete 2026 Guide

Travel bans in Saudi Arabia can be imposed by employers, courts, creditors, or immigration authorities, often …

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Police Clearance Certificate from Saudi Arabia: Complete 2026 Guide

A police clearance certificate from Saudi Arabia is an official document issued by the Ministry of Interior co…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Can You Go to Dubai with a Criminal Record? The Complete 2026 Guide

Traveling to Dubai with a criminal record depends on the type of visa, nature of the offense, and whether disc…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Wirestork Celebrates 100,000 Background Checks: A Milestone in Service and Trust

Wirestork marks a significant achievement by completing 100,000 background checks since its founding in 2017. …

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Legal Q&A

Abortion in the UAE: Is It Legal? Grounds, Penalties & Legal Framework

The UAE has reformed its abortion legislation through amendments to Federal Decree-Law No. 4/2016 on Medical L…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

How Can I Check My Immigration Absconding Case in UAE?

Absconding allegations in the UAE can result in visa cancellation, employment bans, fines, and deportation. Th…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Employment Law UAE

Absconding in UAE: Legal Framework, Penalties & How to Remove Status

Absconding in the UAE occurs when an employee leaves their job without notifying the employer for more than se…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Legal Q&A

Abu Dhabi Marriage Court: Complete Guide to Court Marriage for Expats

The Abu Dhabi Marriage Court provides a streamlined civil marriage process for expats and non-Muslim couples s…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Legal Q&A

Abu Dhabi Traffic Fines: How to Check & Pay Online (2026)

Abu Dhabi Police provides an online e-Services portal that allows registered users to check and pay traffic fi…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Divorce Laws

Alimony in UAE: New Law Ensures Faster Payments

The UAE is introducing a new alimony regulation that allows third parties to disburse payments directly to cus…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Legal Q&A

Alimony & Custody Law in UAE: Complete Guide for Divorced Mothers

This article examines child custody and alimony laws in the UAE under the Personal Status Law, focusing on the…

18 Feb 2026Read →
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UAE travel Bans

How to Appeal a Travel Ban in the UAE: Process, Deadlines & Success Factors

Individuals subject to travel bans in the UAE due to criminal cases, drug offenses, or immigration violations …

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Debt Collection

Arabtec’s woes are a joy to many!

The collapse of Arabtec highlights systemic payment issues in the UAE construction sector, where back-to-back …

18 Feb 2026Read →
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General

Family Wealth and Inheritance: How High-Net-Worth Individuals Can Plan Legally in the UAE

High-net-worth individuals in the UAE face unique challenges in managing family wealth and inheritance due to …

18 Feb 2026Read →
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Employment Law UAE

Background Verification In UAE: Timeline, Documents & Fast-Track Tips

Background verification in the UAE typically takes between 2 and 15 working days, depending on the complexity …

18 Feb 2026Read →