UAE compliance: what businesses need to know
There’s one thing that businesses around the world have in common: they all have to comply with various…
Ultimate Guide to Probation Period in the UAE
Landing a new job doesn’t automatically mean you’re employed for good. Most employers in the UAE include a…
How to legally terminate an employment contract without notice
Laying off an employee can have many legal implications and consequences. There are a few cases where you…
New Laws Approved to Improve Quality of Life in the UAE
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and his cabinet approved a national strategy aiming to improve…
Everything you need to know about VAT in the UAE
Although it’s been a year since VAT was introduced to the UAE, implementing VAT might still be a…
The new DIFC Employment Law – 2019
The revised version of the DIFC Employment Law, Law No.2 of 2019 (the “New DIFC Employment Law”) is…
Maternity cover: Essential laws and facts in Dubai
Pregnancy is a special time not only for the mother but for the entire family. There are a…
FTA Audits – What should you expect?
Source: SimplySolved Accounting & Tax Solutions As the VAT system settles in the UAE during 2019, the FTA…
Operating From A Freezone Company? VAT Obligations & Opportunities
During the introduction of VAT, impacts on FreeZones were opaque and some confusion persisted across many companies. However,…
VAT Compliance & Reporting: What should your business strategy be in 2019?
Obligations On Your Business Following a year of operating your company’s VAT obligations, this may be a good…
Annual leave entitlements
Understandably so, one of the most common questions brought up by employees is about their right to annual…
UAE Announces Unified Holiday for Public and Private Sector
There is nothing better than planning your next holiday. But there are a lot of moving parts to…
UAE Economic Substance Regulations – How Does This Impact Your Business?
On 30 April 2019, the UAE Cabinet issued the Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No.31 of 2019 (concerning economic…
Working hours in the UAE as per Labour Law
The hours you work significantly impact your daily productivity, mood, and health. As UAE hopes to become one…
What the law says about unfair dismissals
What the law says about unfair dismissals Employment isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. Work contracts can end in…
Parting ways with your employee? Ensure you are aware of the legal requirements & process in the UAE
Laying off employees can be difficult but it is an important HR function that must be handled professionally.…
UAE Labor Card: Everything you need to know
Employment requires a lot of paperwork, set forth by the UAE Labor Law. The UAE labor card is…
Salary Certificate Basics in UAE: Everything You need to Know
Companies and individuals can’t just go around claiming employment. IN UAE, you need official proof and documentation to…
How to successfully ask for leave
Planning the great escape? Not so fast - you'll want to check out these tips on securing leave before you go bounding to your HR.