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UAE Announces Major VAT Reforms Effective January 2026

11.12.2025, 14:32

UAE Announces Major VAT Reforms Effective January 2026

The UAE has announced updated VAT rules effective January 2026, removing self-invoicing requirements, introducing a five-year refund deadline, and strengthening measures to prevent tax evasion, all aimed at improving compliance and administrative efficiency.

The UAE Prepares for Major Policy Shifts in 2026: New Visas, Tax Rules, Banking Changes, and National Reforms

07.12.2025, 16:33

The UAE Prepares for Major Policy Shifts in 2026: New Visas, Tax Rules, Banking Changes, and National Reforms

UAE Launches Unified Digital Platform for Domestic Worker Visa Services

14.10.2025, 15:24

UAE Launches Unified Digital Platform for Domestic Worker Visa Services

The UAE has launched integrated digital services for domestic worker visas on the Work in UAE platform, enabling employers to complete all residency and medical procedures online as part of the country’s Zero Government Bureaucracy vision.

UAE Firms Can Now Deduct Depreciation on Investment Properties – Major Tax Update for 2025

18.07.2025, 16:29

UAE Firms Can Now Deduct Depreciation on Investment Properties – Major Tax Update for 2025

UAE businesses can now claim depreciation on investment properties held at fair value, under a new update to the UAE corporate tax law. This move aligns accounting treatments and offers a significant tax break for businesses in 2025.

Kuwait Relaunches eVisa Platform for GCC Expatriates—Here’s What You Need to Know

15.07.2025, 10:44

Kuwait Relaunches eVisa Platform for GCC Expatriates—Here’s What You Need to Know

Kuwait has relaunched its eVisa system for GCC residents, enabling expats in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain to apply online. This updated process outlines eligibility, documentation, and application steps for smooth entry.

UAE Authorities Deny Lifetime Golden Visa Rumours, Warn Public Against False Offers

09.07.2025, 16:36

UAE Authorities Deny Lifetime Golden Visa Rumours, Warn Public Against False Offers

The UAE Golden Visa 2025 program does not include lifetime residency options. The ICP has issued a clear warning against false offers and unauthorized applications, stressing that only official platforms handle Golden Visa applications in the UAE.

Dubai Legal Affairs Department Launches Artificial Intelligence Strategy to Accelerate Government Innovation

29.06.2025, 10:29

Dubai Legal Affairs Department Launches Artificial Intelligence Strategy to Accelerate Government Innovation

The Legal Affairs Department in Dubai has launched an ambitious AI strategy to automate services, enhance cybersecurity, and support the city’s broader digital transformation agenda. This move strengthens the use of artificial intelligence in UAE government operations.

Mastering UAE Commercial Property VAT in 2025: What Investors and Landlords Must Know Before Closing a Deal

11.04.2025, 16:51

Mastering UAE Commercial Property VAT in 2025: What Investors and Landlords Must Know Before Closing a Deal

A concise overview of UAE commercial property VAT in 2025, explaining the 5% rules, zero-rated residential treatment, TOGC conditions, Designated Zone exceptions, landlord obligations, and compliance risks for foreign and local investors.