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UAE President Says Nation Strong and Prepared As Iran Attacks Continue

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UAE President Says Nation Strong and Prepared As Iran Attacks Continue

Key Highlights UAE President MBZ visited injured civilians on March 6, 2026 and publicly called Iran “the enemy of the UAE” for the first time in the country’s history. UAE air defenses have intercepted more than 2,100 missiles and drones since February 28, 2026, maintaining an approximately 95% interception success rate. Oxford Economics revised GCC GDP growth down to 2.6% for 2026, yet UAE credit ratings remain at AA Stable and Dubai real estate hit AED 917 billion in 2025.

March 25, 2026

Digital Advertiser Permit UAE Requirements, Cost & How to Apply (2026)

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Digital Advertiser Permit UAE: Requirements, Cost & How to Apply (2026)

Key Highlights Mandatory since February 1, 2026 for anyone publishing promotional content online in the UAE, paid or unpaid Issued by the National Media Authority (NMA) under Federal Decree-Law No. 55 of 2023 on Media Regulation Free of charge for the first 3 years for UAE residents. AED 1,000 per year from year 4 onward A valid trade or freelance license is required before you can apply. The permit alone is not enough Are you a lifestyle creator based

March 24, 2026

How to Set Up a Freight Forwarding Business in Dubai A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

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How to Set Up a Freight Forwarding Business in Dubai: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Key Highlights Dubai’s freight and logistics market is forecast to reach USD 31.63 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 6.55%, making it one of the fastest-growing logistics hubs globally. 100% foreign ownership is available for freight forwarding companies on the Dubai mainland (for eligible activities) and across all UAE free zones. A trade licence alone does not authorize a single import, export, or re-export. You need a separate Customs Business Code from Dubai Customs before you handle any

March 24, 2026

Business Setup

UAE Business Setup in 2026: Government Confirms Full Institutional Stability Despite Regional Tensions

Key Highlights S&P Global reaffirmed the UAE at AA/A-1+ stable on March 6, 2026, while regional tensions were at their peak. The CBUAE deployed a five-pillar Financial Institution Resilience Package backed by AED 1 trillion in assets on March 17, 2026. UAE non-oil foreign trade crossed AED 3.8 trillion ($1 trillion) in 2025, six years ahead of the government’s 2031 target. 250,000 new companies were set up in the UAE in 2025 alone, pushing the national total past 1.4 million.

March 23, 2026

Golden Visa

How to Switch from a Work Visa to a UAE Golden Visa Without Losing Your Job

Key Highlights Switching to a Golden Visa does not cancel your employment contract or reset your end-of-service gratuity under UAE Labour Law. Employed professionals can qualify through the Executive Director, STEM specialist, or real estate investor pathway. Your MoHRE work permit transitions to the Golden Visa holder permit under Article 6(1)(j) of Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022 — your job continues without interruption. Golden Visa holders are exempt from probation-period restrictions when changing jobs under Article 11(3) of Cabinet

March 21, 2026

Golden Visa

UAE Golden Visa for Finance Professionals: Complete 2026 Guide for Banks, CFOs and Analysts

Key Highlights UAE Golden Visa holders face no employer restrictions. Your residency stays valid through job changes, career breaks, and employer transitions. Finance professionals qualify from a minimum salary of AED 30,000 per month, with senior roles qualifying from AED 50,000 per month. Two independent routes apply: Skilled Professional (salary-based) and Investor (UAE property or capital-based). Both can apply to the same person. Once approved, you can sponsor your spouse, children, and parents under the same Golden Visa. You’re

March 21, 2026

UAE's AED 92.4 Billion Federal Budget 2026 What It Means for Business Owners

UAE Corporate Tax

UAE’s AED 92.4 Billion Federal Budget 2026: What It Means for Business Owners

Key Highlights The UAE approved its largest federal budget in history at AED 92.4 billion for 2026. This is a 29% jump from AED 71.5 billion in 2025, fully balanced with zero deficit. Small Business Relief (SBR) has a hard sunset clause of 31 December 2026. If your revenue stays under AED 3 million, elect it now through EmaraTax or pay 9% CT unnecessarily. AED 2.445 billion in government contracts were made available to Emirati SMEs at the January 2026

March 20, 2026

FTA Decision No. 5 of 2025 is fully active. Learn what changed for UAE partnerships and family foundations and what you must do on EmaraTax in 2026.

UAE Corporate Tax

UAE Corporate Tax for Partnerships and Family Foundations in 2026: FTA Decision No. 5 Explained

Key Highlights FTA Decision No. 5 of 2025 is fully operative in 2026, replacing the entire compliance framework of FTA Decision No. 16 of 2023 from 1 July 2025. Missing your EmaraTax registration deadline carries a confirmed AED 10,000 administrative penalty under Cabinet Decision No. 10 of 2024. Incorporated family foundations are not automatically tax transparent. A formal EmaraTax application and FTA approval are required. Electing taxable person status is irrevocable under normal circumstances and immediately brings your worldwide income

March 19, 2026

Dubai RERA Issues New Circular on Owners Committee Approvals via Mollak System

UAE News

JSB Business Insights | UAE Weekly Roundup

Edition: Week of 10–16 March 2026 Your weekly digest of the most important UAE business, regulatory, and economic developments, curated for entrepreneurs, investors, and business professionals. Dubai RERA Issues New Circular on Owners Committee Approvals via Mollak System Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) has released a new circular, Circular RERASC 25C05, clarifying the mechanism for approving Owners Committee meeting minutes through the Mollak system for Jointly Owned Properties in Dubai. Analyzed by UHY James Chartered Accountants LLC, a licensed

March 17, 2026

How Much Does a DIFC Company Really Cost vs. DMCC in 2026

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How Much Does a DIFC Company Really Cost vs. DMCC in 2026?

Key Highlights DMCC’s all-inclusive first-year packages start at AED 35,484, with setup completing in around 10 working days. DIFC’s Innovation Testing License starts at just USD 1,500 per year, making it the most affordable DIFC entry point for qualifying fintech, AI, and proptech startups. Under Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2025, effective 15 October 2025, free zone companies can now establish UAE mainland branches and re-domicile between jurisdictions without losing legal continuity. Both DIFC and DMCC companies can access a

March 17, 2026

Business Setup

UAE Business Setup and Golden Visa in 2026: A Comprehensive Analysis

Key Highlights: The UAE has pivoted from temporary residency to a “talent settlement” model, decoupling legal status from business capital. Golden Visa eligibility for skilled professionals in 2026 requires a strict AED 30,000 basic monthly salary, strictly excluding allowances. Amendments to the Commercial Companies Law now provide statutory recognition for drag-along and tag-along rights in LLC constitutional documents. A new five-year limit on VAT refunds means credits originating from 2021 will expire if not claimed during the 2026 transitional window.

March 16, 2026

Dubai Holding Company Setup The Tax Strategy Wealthy Investors Use

Business Setup

Dubai Holding Company Setup: The Tax Strategy Wealthy Investors Use

Key Highlights A correctly structured Dubai holding company can legally achieve 0% corporate tax on dividends and capital gains through mechanisms written directly into UAE law. The Participation Exemption and QFZP status are two distinct legal tools, each with specific qualifying conditions that must be documented and actively maintained. Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2025 introduced re-domiciliation rights, new LLC share classes, and dual-license provisions that took effect on 15 October 2025. January 2026 changes under Federal Decrees-Laws No. 16

March 14, 2026

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