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Dubai Customs Extends Transit Period from 30 to 90 Days: A Strategic Move to Strengthen Supply Chain Resilience
In a significant regulatory development aimed at facilitating trade and mitigating ongoing logistical challenges, Dubai Customs has issued Customs Notice No. 05 of 2026, temporarily extending the permissible transit period for goods from 30 days to 90 days. This measure reflects a responsive and adaptive approach by the authority to address evolving global supply chain…
Abu Dhabi Introduces New Measures to Strengthen Real Estate Governance and Investor Protection
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has issued a package of regulatory decisions aimed at strengthening governance, transparency, and investor protection in the emirate’s real estate sector. The measures have been introduced to implement Law No. (3) of 2015, as amended by Law No. (2) of 2025, and are intended to reinforce the legal framework governing property development and…
Abu Dhabi Strengthens Real Estate Governance with Four New Administrative Decisions
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has issued a suite of four administrative decisions implementing Law No. (3) of 2015 (as amended by Law No. (2) of 2025) on the Regulation of the Real Estate Sector. These measures, Decision Nos. (24), (25), (26), and (165) of 2025 represent a targeted and pragmatic evolution of Abu Dhabi’s real…
Abu Dhabi Orders Closure of Five Healthcare Facilities Over Licensing Violations
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has ordered the closure of five healthcare facilities after inspections uncovered serious breaches of healthcare licensing and regulatory requirements. According to the authority, the facilities have also had their staff suspended, with the matter referred to the Public Prosecution for further legal action. The closures and licence suspensions…
UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism Introduces Flexible Extensions for Trademark Filing Documents
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism (MOET) has issued Administrative Decision No. 2 of 2026, which introduces flexibility in the submission of certified documents required for trademark applications. This development aims to support businesses and applicants facing challenges in obtaining notarised and legalised documents within the standard deadline. This change reflects MOET’s commitment to…
UAE Child Protection Law: Embedding the Principle of the Child’s Best Interests as a Paramount Legal Standard
Looking back to the significant affirmation of commitment to child rights, in the United Arab Emirates continues to position the best interests of the child as the foundational principle underpinning all national decisions, policies, and programmes. This legal imperative, rooted in Federal Law No. 3 of 2016 Concerning the Rights of the Child (commonly known as Wadeema Law), has been operationalised through targeted emirate-level initiatives. Two…
Dubai Enacts New Law to Strengthen Building Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has issued Law No. (3) of 2026 on the Quality and Safety of Buildings, introducing a comprehensive legal framework to enhance structural integrity, safety standards, and regulatory oversight across Dubai. The law applies to all buildings within the emirate, including those located in free zones such as the Dubai International Financial Centre, as well…
Dubai Mandates Registration of Shared Housing Tenancy Contracts Under New Law
Dubai has introduced a new regulatory framework requiring tenancy contracts for shared accommodation to be officially registered in a government registry, a move aimed at strengthening legal protection for residents and improving oversight of shared housing arrangements across the emirate. The requirement forms part of Dubai Law No. (4) of 2026 on Shared Accommodation, issued…
The “Digital Arrest” Scam: How Cybercriminals Use Fear of the Law to Steal Fortunes
Imagine receiving a call from someone claiming to be a CBI officer. They tell you your Aadhaar number has been used to open a bank account linked to a money laundering network. An arrest warrant has been issued. You have just a few hours to comply — or face public disgrace and criminal prosecution. This is the…
Ajman Launches Rental Dispute Centre and Lost Property Law
From rental dispute resolution to abandoned property rules, here’s what you need to know about Ajman’s sweeping legislative reforms. Since February 1, 2026, Ajman has had a dedicated judicial body to handle all matters between landlords and tenants. This follows the issuance of Law No. 1 of 2026 by His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and…