What is a Civil Marriage?As per Abu Dhabi judicial department, “A civil marriage is the lawful union of a non-Muslim man and woman and it is solemnized as a civil contract, without a religious ceremony.” Abu Dhabi Government permits civil marriage for non-Muslims as per
One of the most notable legislative changes introduced is the UAE’s first standalone Federal Decree Law 45 of 2021 concerning data protection (“Data Protection Law”). This Law governs the Processing of Personal Data. Personal Data is any information than can identify an individual. This can
Social media has opened opportunities to explore the world of business sitting at home. While using social media as the platform for business, people will not have to spend exorbitant amounts in setting up their business and marketing the products. They can spread the word
If you’re looking to start a business abroad, Dubai is the place to be. Located as a mid-size trading hub in the Middle East and North Africa region, Dubai has a wealth of benefits for Businesses, Companies, and Individuals. Do you need Business Setup Consultants
Aside from deciding on whether to start your company in the Mainland or Free Zone or Offshore area, you are also required to obtain appropriate trade license(s) for your company to operate in the selected trade zone. A trade license is a must when it
Can an employee encash the unused annual leave under the new UAE labour law? Or Can he/she carry forward the entire unused leaves to the following year? The answer to these questions can be ascertained from the new UAE Labour Law and from the Decrees
The Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) has finalized its new arbitration rules for 2022 as part of its efforts to cement Dubai’s role as a global alternative dispute resolution hub. The New Arbitration Rules will be effective from 21 March 2022. Legal practitioners and parties
The Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, approved a first-of-its-kind law to regulate virtual assets in Dubai, UAE. In recent years, the United Arab Emirates has taken steps to continue its commitment
What is a WILL? WILL is a legal instrument which is created during the lifetime of a person that sets forth how and to whom all your tangiable and intangiable assets should be distributed after the testator’s death. The assets covered by your Will includes
Introduction Exemption from the tax is indeed a privilege enjoyed by UAE for decades. Any individual was able to start a company in UAE and run their business without paying tax for 50 years!! But in recent days, UAE has made a step closer to