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The National
4 days ago
- The National
‘Can I employ a domestic help who has her own UAE visa?'
Question: I have employed a woman to come to my house and cook some meals for my husband and teenage children as I have been away. She said she has her own visa, so can work for anyone. I paid her in advance, but she has not worked all the days we first agreed and is now not returning my calls. What steps can I take to get some money back and stop her from doing this again? FA, Dubai Answer: The UAE has employment regulations to cover all categories of work. A cook is classed as a domestic worker. The classification includes 19 types of jobs, such as housemaids, cleaners, drivers and cooks. In this, and in previous legislation, it has always been made clear that domestic workers may only be employed through an agency or be sponsored as a direct employee. It is illegal to employ any domestic worker who claims to have their own visa. It is also illegal to employ any domestic worker who is under the sponsorship of another resident. The fines for breaking the law are significant and clarified in the latest legislation, Federal Law Decree No 9 of 2022 Concerning Domestic Workers. Article 17.3 states: 'A fine of at least Dh50,000 [$13,614] and up to Dh200,000 shall be imposed on those who commit the following: a. Provides employment to a domestic worker without obtaining a work permit for the latter.' FA was employing this cook illegally and has no legal recourse to recover any money owed to her. Both she and the person she employed could be subject to substantial fines if they are reported to the UAE authorities. Q: I have a part-time job in a school and while I am a qualified teacher, I only teach a few classes each week. I have been approached to do some private tutoring but am wondering how I can do this. I am sponsored by my husband and have a work permit from the school. JD, Dubai A: JD requires a suitable licence to undertake any other paid work. Carrying out any work in the UAE without the proper licence is illegal and subject to fines. The good news is that while a licence is mandatory, in December 2023 the UAE introduced a specific licence for private tutoring. This is free. It is a joint initiative from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation and the Ministry of Education and is intended to put a stop to illegal and unregulated private tuition. In order to apply, the individual must obtain a letter of no objection from their employer and provide this along with a good conduct certificate, valid Emirates ID, a copy of their most recent academic degree and details of their teaching experience. A good conduct certificate is also known as a police clearance certificate and can be obtained from the police app relating to the emirate of residency. The application can be made through UAE Pass and passed on to the ministry for checking and approval. They should take only two working days for a complete and valid application. Permits are valid for two years. The permit can be used for both in-person and online tutoring. It is available to non-teachers, but they should have qualifications and/or experience in the relevant subjects. Watch: Computer engineer conned in job scam says UAE visa amnesty saved life Students aged 15 or over can also apply for the permit but must seek permission from their legal guardian, usually their father, and have this in writing in the form of a no-objection certificate. In all cases, a person must be a resident of the UAE. Q: I used to live and work in Saudi Arabia until 2023. I left to go home but will be returning later this year. I still have my Saudi driving licence, will I be able to drive straight away? HM, Canada A: Saudi driving licences are usually valid for five years for expats (non-Saudi or GCC citizens). That said, they are linked to the Iqama, the residence visa. So if an Iqama is cancelled, the licence is technically invalid. Note that the Iqama number is unique to each individual, like an identity number, so it does not change but still has to be reapplied for to be valid at renewal and cancelled on leaving the country permanently. On returning to Saudi Arabia, HM's new employer will reapply for a valid Iqama and once that has been issued, he can reactivate his driving licence. All driving activities go through the Absher app and platform these days, so it should be a simple and quick process.
Khaleej Times
23-06-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Up to Dh30,000 fine: UAE announces penalties for offences by public benefit institutions
In a recent Cabinet resolution, the UAE government has introduced a new framework for administrative penalties imposed on public benefit institutions. These measures aim to ensure compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. (50) of 2023, which regulates the operations of such entities. Under the new regulations, institutions can face fines ranging from Dh1,000 to a staggering Dh30,000 for various violations. These offences include failure to notify authorities of operational changes, unauthorised participation in events, and mismanagement of funds. Here is a list of offences and their corresponding penalties: Failure to notify changes within the institution First and second violations: Warning Third violation: Dh1,000 fine Fourth violation: Temporary closure for one month Unauthorized participation in events First violation: Warning Second violation: Dh1,000 fine Third violation: Dh2,000 fine Fourth violation: Temporary closure for one month Hosting individuals from within the country for events without approval First violation: Warning Second violation: Dh1,000 fine Third violation: Dh2,000 fine Hosting individuals from outside the country for events without approval First violation: Dh2,000 fine Second violation: Dh4,000 fine Third violation: Dh6,000 fine Fourth violation: Temporary closure for one month Participation in activities organized by associations or entities outside the country without approval First violation: Dh5,000 fine Second violation: Dh10,000 fine Third violation: Dh15,000 fine Affiliation or membership in any organization based outside the country without local approval and ministry authorization First violation: Dh10,000 fine Second violation: Dh20,000 fine Third violation: Dh30,000 fine Improper fund management First violation: Warning Second violation: Dh5,000 fine Third violation: Dh10,000 fine The resolution emphasises the importance of adhering to regulations and highlights the government's commitment to transparency and accountability within the sector. Institutions are urged to familiarize themselves with these new rules to avoid penalties and ensure their operations align with national standards.
Zawya
17-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
CBUAE revokes licence of ‘Sundus Exchange', imposes fnancial sanction of $2.7mln
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has revoked the licence of 'Sundus Exchange' operating in the UAE, struck its name off the licences register and imposed a financial sanction of AED10 million, pursuant to Article (14) of the Federal Decree Law No. (20) of 2018 on Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations and its amendments. The revocation and financial sanction were imposed based on the results of the findings of examinations conducted by the CBUAE, which revealed failures and violations of the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations framework, and related regulations. The CBUAE, through its supervisory and regulatory mandates, endeavours to ensure that all exchange houses, their owners, and staff abide by the UAE laws, regulations and standards established by the CBUAE to maintain transparency and integrity of the financial transactions and safeguard the UAE financial system.
Khaleej Times
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
New UAE media law: Who needs to comply; offences, fines, all you need to know
As of May 29, a new media law has come into effect in the UAE, ushering in a wide-ranging regulatory framework aimed at fostering responsible media practices, protecting public interest, and promoting social cohesion. The law introduces several detailed provisions that affect how media is produced and shared in the UAE. Here's a clear breakdown of what it covers and what it means for media outlets, influencers, and content creators: What the law aims to do The new law sets out clear media standards to: To whom the law applies The provisions apply to: The law also explicitly offers protection for media professionals, signalling the government's intention to support ethical journalism and influencer work that complies with licencing rules. Who needs to comply? Under the law, the following are clearly within scope: Licenced media outlets (TV, radio, digital, print) Content creators producing promotional or journalistic material within the UAE Influencers earning revenue through content or advertising Foreign correspondents working in the UAE or reporting on the UAE Entities in free zones Offences and fines The law lists a wide range of violations, with fines based on severity and recurrence. Some key examples include: Respect for religion and the state Disrespecting Islamic beliefs or other religions: up to Dh1 million Insulting state symbols or leadership: up to Dh500,000 Undermining national unity or foreign relations: up to Dh250,000 Content-related violations Publishing false information or harmful content: Dh5,000–Dh150,000 Promoting destructive ideas or insulting youth: up to Dh100,000 Inciting criminal behaviour (murder, rape, drug abuse): up to Dh150,000 Licencing violations Operating media activities without a licence: First offence: Dh10,000 Repeated offence: Dh40,000 Practicing additional media activity without approval: First offence: Dh5,000 Repeated offence: Dh16,000 Failure to renew licence within 30 days: Dh150/day, capped at Dh3,000 What should you do to stay compliant? Where can professionals go to get licenced or stay compliant? To help professionals navigate these requirements, the UAE Media Council offers a wide range of licencing and content-related services on its official platform. These services are designed to simplify compliance for individuals and institutions working in media, advertising, and digital content. Licencing and content regulation services include: For institutions and individuals: Licencing for digital media, news platforms, and advertising services Permits for audio/visual blogging and influencer activity Licencing and renewal for visiting individuals creating content in the UAE For content-related activities: Script approvals for theatre, TV, and film Newspaper and magazine distribution permits Publication circulation permits (local and international) Video game and foreign media trading permits Self-monitoring tools for internal content review These services are meant to encourage early compliance and help media workers stay on the right side of the law while continuing to produce quality, responsible content. Services can be explored and applied for at the UAE Media Council website: Who issues the fines? A Media Content Standards Violations Committee will handle enforcement. It is a permanent committee established within the UAE Media Council and composed of 3 to 7 media specialists. Can you appeal a fine? Yes. The law outlines a grievance process:
Zawya
28-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
CBUAE imposes financial sanctions of 18.1mln on two branches of foreign banks operating in the UAE
Abu Dhabi: The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) imposed financial sanctions on two branches of foreign banks operating in the UAE, amounting to 10,600,000 for the first bank and 7,500,000 for the second bank, pursuant to Article (14) of the Federal Decree Law No. (20) of 2018 on Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations. The financial sanctions were imposed based on the findings of examinations conducted by the CBUAE, which revealed violations and failures to comply with the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations framework, and related regulations. The CBUAE, through its supervisory and regulatory mandates, endeavors to ensure that all banks and their staff, abide by the UAE laws, regulations and standards established by the CBUAE to maintain transparency and integrity of the financial transactions and safeguard the UAE financial system.
