The daily UAE regulatory brief. What changed, who it affects, and what to do — in plain language, sourced to the regulator. Free. https://uae.scooped.me/ 2026-07-08T09:29:00.846Z Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/adgm-warns-public-grummies-adgm-holding-company-is-not-licen-439b066f 2026-07-08T09:29:01.001Z 2026-07-08T09:29:00.846Z

Under ADGM's commercial legislation, it is a serious contravention to misrepresent that an entity is incorporated, registered, or licensed in or from ADGM when this is not the case.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/fsra-warns-public-against-unlicensed-firm-veyron-markets-ltd-409d087f 2026-07-08T09:23:23.345Z 2026-07-08T09:23:23.185Z

Veyron Markets is not, and has never been, granted Financial Services Permission by the FSRA to carry on any Regulated Activity in or from ADGM; and is not, and has never been, incorporated in ADGM or licensed to undertake any form of commercial activities in ADGM.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/emergency-financial-crisis-period-activated-under-uae-bankru-1ea669c1 2026-07-08T09:13:59.555Z 2026-07-08T09:13:59.403Z

The UAE Cabinet has issued Cabinet Decision No. 94/2026, dated 1 June 2026, on the implementation of the provisions of Title 5 of Federal Decree-Law No. 51/2023 (the Financial Reorganisation and Bankruptcy Law). Title 5 shall now apply to preventive settlement, restructuring and bankruptcy adjudication proceedings where the debtor's financial distress was caused by the declared emergency, with effect from 28 February 2026 and until the Cabinet determines an end date.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/moe-sets-july-12-13-for-2025-26-academic-year-results-releas-24948ada 2026-07-08T08:30:21.794Z 2026-07-08T08:30:21.612Z

The Ministry of Education has issued the schedule for the 2025-2026 academic year end-of-year results, with rollouts taking place on 12th and 13th July 2026.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/bitcoin-suisse-receives-adgm-financial-services-permission-5039c128 2026-07-08T01:25:12.444Z 2026-07-08T01:25:12.305Z

Bitcoin Suisse Group's subsidiary, BTCS (Middle East) Ltd. ("BTCS ME"), has received Financial Services Permission (FSP) from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/check-passport-validity-before-travelling-ica-urges-uae-citi-0cdef9e0 2026-07-07T17:34:27.949Z 2026-07-07T17:34:27.806Z

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security has urged UAE citizens to check the validity of their passports before making travel plans, as many prepare to spend the holiday season abroad.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/businesses-must-obtain-fifa-world-cup-broadcast-licences-to-dba6f525 2026-07-07T17:31:27.835Z 2026-07-07T17:31:27.671Z

Restaurants, cafés, hotels and other establishments wishing to screen FIFA World Cup 2026 matches must obtain prior authorisation from the relevant broadcast rights holders to comply with intellectual property laws and avoid legal violations.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/uae-certifies-world-s-first-commercial-vertiport-for-electri-61469fc4 2026-07-07T16:59:12.118Z 2026-07-07T16:59:11.971Z

The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced that VDX, developed by Skyports Infrastructure, has received regulatory certification for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft operations.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/rta-launches-summer-traffic-upgrades-across-28-dubai-locatio-b696495c 2026-07-07T16:55:20.250Z 2026-07-07T16:55:20.092Z

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a summer traffic improvement programme covering 28 locations across the emirate. The projects will be carried out between July and September during the summer holiday when traffic volumes are lower.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/sdaia-begins-circulating-pdpl-compliance-verification-form-5b7c1a3b 2026-07-07T16:50:50.096Z 2026-07-07T16:50:49.936Z

The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has begun circulating the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) Compliance Verification Form to registered controllers.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/heavy-evening-traffic-on-emirates-road-and-sheikh-mohammed-b-c89ac350 2026-07-07T15:57:24.014Z 2026-07-07T15:57:23.859Z

Motorists in the UAE are facing slow-moving traffic this Tuesday evening, July 7, with congestion reported across key routes in Sharjah and Dubai South

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/salary-no-bar-to-divorce-compensation-under-abu-dhabi-ruling-2c751d09 2026-07-07T15:43:51.415Z 2026-07-07T15:43:51.247Z

The Court of Cassation has ruled that a woman's independent salary or assets do not, on their own, prevent her from receiving financial compensation following divorce.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/new-industrial-property-grievance-committee-established-unde-c1b0ebd2 2026-07-07T15:41:37.223Z 2026-07-07T15:41:37.069Z

Cabinet Resolution No. 36 of 2025 Regarding the Formation and Rules of Procedure of the Industrial Property Grievance Committee. The Resolution states that the Committee was established to adjudicate grievances referred to under Federal Law No. 11 of 2021

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/expo-city-issues-first-green-licences-under-new-licensing-fr-b29a2756 2026-07-07T10:14:22.375Z 2026-07-07T10:14:22.231Z

Expo City Dubai has issued the first Expo Green Licences to six businesses, ranging from small-sized social enterprises to multinational organisations, as the city builds momentum in its role as the UAE's first Green Innovation District.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/dfsa-proposes-major-update-to-difc-fund-rules-in-cp-173-a1dcfe9b 2026-07-07T10:10:51.695Z 2026-07-07T10:10:51.552Z

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)...published Consultation Paper No. 173 (CP 173), proposing significant updates to its Collective Investment Fund framework.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/ewec-opens-cec-auction-for-20th-clean-energy-certificate-rou-2792c90f 2026-07-07T08:38:05.609Z 2026-07-07T08:38:05.439Z

EWEC has announced that registration for its 20th Clean Energy Certificates (CECs) auction is open. Registration will close on 31st July 2026.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/specialised-human-trafficking-court-established-in-abu-dhabi-6844ce4e 2026-07-07T08:32:37.917Z 2026-07-07T08:32:37.748Z

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, in his capacity as Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD), has issued Resolution No. 40 of 2026 establishing a specialised court to adjudicate human trafficking crimes in Abu Dhabi.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/private-tutor-permit-rules-and-application-steps-for-uae-res-a730a05b 2026-07-07T07:46:07.281Z 2026-07-07T07:46:07.127Z

Introduced in 2023 by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), the permit was created to regulate private tutoring outside formal educational institutions and reduce unlicensed tutoring practices across the country.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/ticketless-paid-parking-rolled-out-at-west-yas-plaza-yas-bay-b4c8c339 2026-07-07T00:14:51.208Z 2026-07-07T00:14:51.068Z

Abu Dhabi's Yas Island has announced ticketless paid parking across three major locations on the island, eliminating the need for physical tickets and barriers.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/counterfeit-goods-ban-enforced-dealers-face-up-to-dh1m-fine-3f0d01ac 2026-07-07T00:07:05.720Z 2026-07-07T00:07:05.584Z

Under Article 4 of the law, it is prohibited to import, manufacture, produce, offer, sell, store, transport, trade, promote or possess counterfeit, adulterated or spoiled goods.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/pillar-two-top-up-tax-registration-opens-on-emara-portal-69bb93bd 2026-07-06T23:48:52.960Z 2026-07-06T23:48:52.820Z

Recently, the UAE Federal Tax Authority has activated the Pillar Two registration functionality on the Emara Tax portal. Entities that are members of MNE groups meeting the Pillar Two revenue threshold (i.e., consolidated group revenue exceeding EUR 750 million in at least two of the four preceding fiscal years) are required to register and obtain a Pillar Two Top-up Tax Registration Number.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/adx-removes-daily-price-limits-on-etfs-and-futures-contracts-deca0362 2026-07-06T17:29:27.616Z 2026-07-06T17:29:27.471Z

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group today announced the removal of daily price limits for Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and futures contracts listed on the Exchange

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/mohesr-revokes-horizon-university-college-licence-after-repe-67aa9a79 2026-07-06T15:41:43.229Z 2026-07-06T15:41:43.083Z

The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has revoked the institutional licence and programme accreditation of Ajman-based Horizon University College.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/dubai-international-marine-club-announces-2026-2027-season-w-6d3dd2e1 2026-07-06T11:37:38.489Z 2026-07-06T11:37:38.333Z

Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC) has unveiled its calendar for the 2026–2027 sports season, featuring 40 races, championships, and events taking place from September 2026 to April 2027.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/cbuae-fines-foreign-bank-branch-aed1-82-million-e6558b74 2026-07-06T07:44:39.208Z 2026-07-06T07:44:39.056Z

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) imposed a financial sanction of AED1,820,000 on a branch of a foreign bank licensed to operate in the UAE, pursuant to the provisions of the Federal Decree-Law No. (6) of 2025 Regarding the Central Bank, Regulation of Financial Institutions and Activities, and Insurance Business.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/uae-midday-break-fines-dh5-000-per-worker-for-violations-e86cdd75 2026-07-06T02:49:55.675Z 2026-07-06T02:49:55.530Z

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has said it will deal firmly with all violations related to the health and safety of workers during the UAE’s midday break, with companies facing fines of Dh5,000 per worker for breaches.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/domestic-violence-protection-expanded-under-federal-decree-l-6af8f16e 2026-07-06T02:44:23.067Z 2026-07-06T02:44:22.919Z

Federal Decree-Law No. 13 of 2024 on the Protection Against Domestic Violence. This law replaced the earlier 2019 law and introduced a wider and more practical protection system.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/al-taawun-tunnel-works-trigger-traffic-diversions-in-sharjah-2aef27c9 2026-07-05T20:56:02.631Z 2026-07-05T20:56:02.479Z

Motorists in Sharjah have been urged to avoid peak travel periods, follow designated diversion routes and plan journeys in advance as new traffic diversions come into effect under the Al Taawun Tunnel development project.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/weebly-winding-down-service-for-uae-and-66-other-countries-b-4915fad7 2026-07-05T14:27:14.102Z 2026-07-05T14:27:13.944Z

US-based free website builder Weebly will no longer be available for customers in 67 countries, including UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman after September 2026, according to an email seen by Khaleej Times.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/uae-renews-cybersecurity-compliance-call-after-sharjah-fraud-e8ea81ec 2026-07-05T10:39:21.909Z 2026-07-05T10:39:21.756Z

All entities in the country are urged to comply with national cybersecurity regulations and policies, strengthen preventive security measures, regularly update their systems, and promptly report any suspicious cyber indicators or activities through the official reporting channels.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/ecb-tenant-screening-service-live-landlords-can-now-request-98b24763 2026-07-05T10:30:41.536Z 2026-07-05T10:30:41.390Z

UAE landlords can now check the credit scores of prospective tenants before signing rental agreements, as Etihad Credit Bureau's (ECB) new Tenant Screening service has officially gone live.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/court-ruling-confirms-formal-termination-required-to-stop-sa-56d8f290 2026-07-05T03:12:55.745Z 2026-07-05T03:12:55.598Z

The Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation has ordered a company to pay an employee Dh875,761 in unpaid wages and other benefits after finding that her employment had not been formally terminated despite the company stopping salary payments.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/drug-use-abroad-still-triggers-uae-prosecution-if-traces-fou-fbb512a2 2026-07-05T03:09:36.358Z 2026-07-05T03:09:36.211Z

Legal experts have warned that consuming drugs abroad does not eliminate the risk of legal action in the UAE, stressing that individuals may still face prosecution if narcotic substances are detected in their system upon entering or returning to the country.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/etihad-rail-passenger-violations-carry-fines-up-to-dh10-000-9a4528a3 2026-07-05T03:06:16.665Z 2026-07-05T03:06:16.518Z

Blocking or interfering with doors: preventing the closure of train access doors before departure, or opening or attempting to open doors while the train is moving or when the train is at the station — Dh5,000

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/thailand-cuts-visa-free-stays-to-30-days-for-uae-indian-us-a-9f1596b4 2026-07-04T18:58:14.754Z 2026-07-04T18:58:14.605Z

Under the revised rules, eligible travellers can now stay in Thailand for up to 30 days without a visa, down from the 60-day visa-free period that was introduced in 2024 to boost tourism.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/dubai-mall-metro-station-bus-and-taxi-road-closed-until-end-7e1ab00a 2026-07-04T16:53:43.289Z 2026-07-04T16:53:43.147Z

Dubai's Road and Transport Authority has announced a temporary closure of the bus and taxi service road at Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station until the end of 2026.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/rta-closes-bus-taxi-road-at-dubai-mall-metro-station-until-e-9b02d5ff 2026-07-04T16:48:32.469Z 2026-07-04T16:48:32.342Z

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the temporary closure of the bus and taxi service road at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station, with the closure set to remain in place until the end of 2026.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/abu-dhabi-imposes-dh10-000-fine-for-unauthorised-illuminated-23fe320a 2026-07-04T13:08:17.021Z 2026-07-04T13:08:16.869Z

Installing illuminated advertising boards on building facades or rooftops without prior approval carries a fine of Dh10,000. The authority said the offence falls under general violations, specifically violation item 53, in line with Cabinet Resolution No. 24 of 2012 regulating civil defence services in the UAE.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/etihad-rail-offers-50-discount-for-children-20-off-seniors-83e95e5c 2026-07-04T09:02:47.245Z 2026-07-04T09:02:47.095Z

Etihad Rail has set out the passenger categories eligible for fare discounts and exemptions under its Passenger Charter, offering half-price tickets for children, discounted travel for senior citizens and free journeys for infants as the UAE prepares for the wider rollout of passenger rail services.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/dubai-launches-skills-for-life-framework-for-learners-from-2-e5d419e5 2026-07-04T09:00:25.705Z 2026-07-04T09:00:25.552Z

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority announced the launch of Skills for Life under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/thailand-tightens-visa-free-entry-rules-for-indian-traveller-73c2eda4 2026-07-04T06:11:28.021Z 2026-07-04T06:11:27.883Z

The Indian Embassy in Thailand has issued an 11-point advisory for Indian nationals travelling to the country, following recent updates to visa and entry requirements.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/emirates-road-tunnel-to-close-for-two-months-from-july-4-0faf1857 2026-07-04T06:08:16.696Z 2026-07-04T06:08:16.549Z

Dubai: Motorists using Emirates Road will need to plan for delays after Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced a major traffic diversion, including the temporary closure of Al Aleyas Tunnel, as part of ongoing road expansion works.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/indian-consular-services-launch-in-uae-delayed-by-alhind-unt-52c2068a 2026-07-04T04:12:09.914Z 2026-07-04T04:12:09.776Z

Alhind Tours & Travels has confirmed that its rollout of its Consular, Passport and Visa (CPV) services in the UAE has been temporarily deferred until further notice, following official communication from the Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/child-labour-rules-uae-allows-15-18-year-olds-to-work-with-p-203fbe9a 2026-07-04T03:14:55.550Z 2026-07-04T03:14:55.391Z

According to Article 5 of the UAE Labour Law, it is prohibited to employ children under the age of 15. Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation does not issue work permits to children below this age. However, the law permits children aged 15 to 18 to work under official work permits issued by the Ministry, provided that certain conditions are applied including time of employment and work nature.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/uae-schools-reopen-august-31-for-2026-27-academic-year-f51eeba4 2026-07-04T03:11:28.930Z 2026-07-04T03:11:28.788Z

For schools following the UAE Ministry of Education calendar, the 2026-2027 academic year begins on Monday, August 31, 2026. Students return to class on that date.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/court-of-cassation-no-mohre-contract-does-not-shield-employe-23df1fe8 2026-07-04T03:05:15.800Z 2026-07-04T03:05:15.644Z

A recent Dubai Court of Cassation decision provides an important clarification for employers operating in the UAE: the absence of a formal Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) employment contract does not necessarily defeat an employee's labour claims.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/new-uae-civil-transactions-law-reshapes-corporate-practice-a-3b82f9e6 2026-07-04T03:02:26.084Z 2026-07-04T03:02:25.932Z

Federal Decree Law No. 25 of 2025 (the New Law) replaces Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 (the Old Law) in its entirety and introduces substantial changes to the UAE’s civil law framework.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/fta-publishes-vatged1-new-vat-guidance-for-education-sector-c04ef558 2026-07-03T14:59:11.053Z 2026-07-03T14:59:10.907Z

In June 2026, the UAE Federal Tax Authority published VATGED1, its first standalone VAT guide for the education sector. This is not a minor update: it materially expands and clarifies the earlier Basic Tax Information Bulletins...

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/uae-e-invoicing-mandates-phase-in-from-july-2026-starting-wi-6e289aa0 2026-07-03T06:17:25.933Z 2026-07-03T07:56:04.013Z

A Person subject to the Electronic Invoicing System and whose Revenue is equal to or exceeds AED 50,000,000 shall appoint an Accredited Service Provider by 30 October 2026 and shall implement the Electronic Invoicing System by 1 January 2027.

Scooped https://uae.scooped.me/alert/uae-to-set-national-standards-for-children-s-media-content-9f667ed7 2026-07-03T04:50:31.800Z 2026-07-03T04:50:31.660Z

The UAE is set to introduce national standards for children’s media content, the National Media Authority announced on July 1, as part of a broader push to elevate the quality and safety of what children consume across all digital and traditional media.

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