UAE Visa Renewal Regulations Updated. All You Need To Know…
The time frame for the automatic renewal of expired UAE residence visas after 1st March 2020 has been changed - check how this affects you!
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We have been blogging about business setup, licensing and visas in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, since 2014. We aim to address the questions you have with detailed articles to help you understand the UAE market; the regulations governing company formation; and, the responsibilities that come with employing staff; so you can make informed business decisions.
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How To Make Yourself More Attractive To Prospective Employers In The UAE
It goes without saying your CV needs to standout when applying for a new job in the UAE, but is there more you could be doing?
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How To Travel Back To Dubai - Latest Rules For UAE Residents
If you are a UAE resident stranded overseas due to the COVID-19 travel restrictions, here are the latest rules for returning to Dubai.
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What Visas Are Available In The UAE?
Expanding your business into the UAE? Understand what visas will be applicable to your employees in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
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UAE Midday Break Rules Apply from 15th June 2020
If any of your organisation's UAE-based employees work outside, you need to comply with the UAE's Midday Break rules to protect them.
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What To Do If Your UAE Visa Has Been Cancelled During Covid-19
When UAE visas are cancelled, it can be a stressful time for expats as you have just 30 days to arrange a new visa or leave the UAE.
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What To Do If Your UAE Visa Has Expired During COVID-19
What are the current regulations for UAE residents whose visas have expired during the COVID-19 lockdowns and travel restrictions?
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How Will My Restaurant Recover After COVID-19?
Restaurants are among the worst affected by COVID-19. How will your restaurant recover? Have you got plans in place to get back on track?
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Can You Have a Side Business in Abu Dhabi?
Now more than ever, people are starting their own businesses for an additional source of income. Do you want a side business in Abu Dhabi?
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Are Food Delivery Apps Right For My Restaurant?
Food delivery apps come at a cost. Are they bringing your restaurant additional business or draining your profits?
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100% Foreign Ownership Permitted in the UAE
100% Foreign Ownership of business is now permitted on the UAE mainland, but how attractive will this actually be for foreign investors?
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My business is struggling during the pandemic, can I reduce my employee salaries?
Can Abu Dhabi & Dubai companies reduce employee salaries and terminate staff due to the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic?
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Why Now Is The Right Time To Start Your E-Commerce Business in the UAE
Online retail is booming. With shoppers stuck at home there has never been a better opportunity to reach a highly engaged online audience!
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Gateway's Dubai Conference & Exhibition Guide 2020
Plan your business trips in 2020 around Dubai's tradeshows & conferences to maximise your opportunities for doing business in the UAE.
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Gateway's Abu Dhabi Conference & Exhibition Guide 2020
Don't miss Abu Dhabi's conferences and exhibitions throughout 2020 as you business starts to expand here.
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Reminder To Renew Your Corporate PO BOX in Abu Dhabi & Dubai
Remember to renew your corporate PO BOX before the end of January 2020
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Experiences In Saudi As A Business Woman
What to expect when visiting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the first time and how the huge changes are affecting business there.
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Company Formation In Abu Dhabi & Dubai - Which Structure Is Right For Your Business?
Confused about what type of business license you need to expand to Abu Dhabi or Dubai? This overview will guide you in the right direction.
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Culture : A Fading Western Skill
Guest blog by Jan H de Haldevang of International Culture Pilot discussing the importance of understanding the culture to succeed in the UAE
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Does Your Offshore Company Need To Redomicile To A New Jurisdiction?
The need to relocate to a more reputable jurisdiction with real economic substance is stronger than ever.
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Do You Need A Business License To Sell Home Cooked Food In Abu Dhabi?
A sharp rise in home cooked meals offered on social media is drawing the attention of the UAE authorities & people are being caught out.
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10 Tips For Expanding Your Business To Abu Dhabi Or Dubai
Our tips are based upon our first hand experiences of helping lots of other companies expand into Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
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How To Choose The Best Local Sponsor For Your Business
Choosing the right partner is crucial to the future success of your business. Making a hasty or ill-informed decision could be catastrophic.
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New Foreign Branches In The UAE Must Declare More Info
New foreign branches in Abu Dhabi or Dubai are now required to declare more information to the Ministry of Economy during their registration
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