The World Bank forecasts 4.8% economic growth for the UAE in 2025, the highest in the GCC.
Federal Decree-Law No. (17) of 2025 introduces a five-year limit on tax refund requests and new FTA powers, with all changes taking effect on 01.01.2026.
The UAE has launched the region's first digital marketplace for trading registered trademarks, opening new opportunities for brand owners and investors alike.
For companies registered in DIFC, visa processing, residency permits, and related administrative tasks could soon be simplified with a new partnership with GDRFA.
The UAE has introduced new consular services for Golden Visa holders, offering faster travel support, emergency assistance, and broader care abroad.
German company presence in the UAE surged 17 percent in 2025, as bilateral trade reached AED 27.6 billion in the first half of the year.
Missing a single mandatory element on a tax invoice can invalidate your entire VAT recovery claim, transforming recoverable tax into a permanent business cost.
A new federal decree-law grants the Central Bank of the UAE expanded authority to oversee, regulate, and intervene in financial and insurance institutions, strengthening market stability, transparency, and consumer protection nationwide.
Dubai has enacted a new law regulating engineering consultancy practices, introducing stricter licensing, classification, and compliance standards to enhance quality, transparency, and governance.
Dubai has launched the Free Zone Mainland Operating Permit, a new system that allows free zone companies to legally conduct business in Dubai’s mainland without setting up a separate mainland entity.
UAE Free Zones report a rise in Swiss companies setting up in Dubai, driven by tax advantages and easier market access.
Filing your first UAE Corporate Income Tax return is only the beginning, as businesses must manage ongoing payments, record-keeping, audits, and annual compliance to stay aligned with FTA requirements.
The UAE Ministry of Finance has introduced Decisions No. 243 and 244 of 2025, laying out the legal framework and phased rollout of mandatory e-invoicing.