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Zomato to discontinue some services in UAE
Zomato's food ordering service will no longer be available in the UAE from November 24. Customers who wanted to place an order through the Zomato app will now be redirected to the Talabat app.
UAE-golden visa holders can sponsor parents on 10-year residency
UAE residents who have a Golden Visa may now apply to sponsor their parents for a 10-year residency. This is a portion of the newly revised Golden Visa program.
distribution of end-of-service gratuity
According to Article 51(2) of the Employment Law, it states that a foreign full-time employee who has completed one or more years of continuous service is entitled to gratuity.
Emiratization in UAE
The MoHRE highlighted in an advisory on Friday that companies in the UAE's private sector now have only 50 days remaining to reach the most recent Emiratization target before fines are enforced.
UAE residence visa cancellation grace period
After a resident visa cancellation, there is often a grace period of between 60 and 180 days during which travelers may stay to find a new sponsor or leave the country.
UAE: Unemployment Insurance compulsory from next year
UAE Ministry announced that it is a compulsory requirement for all employees from the private and public sectors must subscribe to the unemployment insurance scheme with effect from 1st January 2023.
The UAE lifts all restrictions imposed as part of Covid-19 from today
The restrictions were lifted after two-and-a-half years of strict Covid-19 rules and precautionary measures. The second phase of the easing of restrictions was announced by a government spokesperson i
ADHD warns against using a food supplement to reduce body weight
Abu Dhabi Health Department has warned against using "Weight Rapid Loss Capsule" food supplement to reduce body weight, which may cause serious health issues.
Dubai welcomes more than 10 million international visitors in 2022
According to the statistics released by the Department of Economy and Tourism Dubai, around 10 million international visitors have arrived in Dubai this year.
It’s more economical to watch FIFA world cup matches in Dubai than in Qatar
Due to the exorbitant hotel rates in Qatar, it is more economical for foreigners to stay in Dubai and fly to Doha to watch the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
CBUAE decide to raise the base rate applicable to the ODF
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has decided to raise the base rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) by 75 basis points from 3.15% to 3.90% with effect from today.
Amendment on Real Estate Registration in Sharjah
Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah His Highness Dr. Law (2) of 2022 was issued by Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi
New amendments to certain provisions of VAT
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced amendments to certain provisions of the Value Added Tax (VAT) law, effective from January 1 next year.
Be cautious on consumer product news and rumors
Dubai Municipality says residents need not worry about carcinogenic shampoos and personal care products recalled in the US as they are not sold in the emirate.
RAK: fieldwork on the public, households and institutions
The Ras Al Khaimah Statistics Center has announced that it will conduct fieldwork on the public, households, and institutions across the emirate from November 1, 2022.
Global Village officially kicks off on October 25
The opening hours are fixed from 4 PM to 1:00 AM daily, including public holidays. Entry is allowed up to half an hour before the closing time of the Global Village.
Details of severance benefits for an expatriate
On completion of the prescribed notice period, an employee is entitled to salary and cash allowance based on basic pay for annual leave.
Golden Pension Plan for expatriates to boost pension funds
The recently announced Golden Pension Plan (GPP) for expatriates in the UAE will help boost their pension funds. Expatriates in the UAE – mainly rely on gratuity as their retirement plan.
Health care package for tourists and their families
The UAE has launched a comprehensive healthcare package for tourists and their families.
