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Al Jazeera
5 days ago
- Politics
- Al Jazeera
Targeted, killed, starved: Journalists struggle in Gaza
Almost two years in, the war in Gaza is the deadliest conflict for journalists ever. With no foreign journalists allowed in, Palestinian reporters on the ground are the only ones who can tell the story to the world. But they face death threats, attacks, and now even starvation. How are reporters in Gaza doing their jobs amid such challenges?
Khaleej Times
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
UAE's new media licence fees: Here's how much influencers, filmmakers need to pay
Just days after the UAE rolled out a new media law that imposes fines of up to Dh1 million for violations, including insulting religious beliefs and spreading fake news, the government has now issued a detailed breakdown of official fees for media services. The new list, published under Cabinet Decision No (41) of 2025 provides clarity on the costs for everything from influencer permits and digital platforms to cinema licences, press activities, and artistic production. Whether you're a content creator, film distributor, publisher, or event organiser, the decision outlines exactly how much it costs to operate legally in the UAE's media sector. Here is a list of services and fees: Digital creators and influencers Influencer permit (for paid content): Dh1,000 annually Renewal: Dh1,000 Visitor influencer permit: Dh500 for every 3 months Digital platform/media outlet licence (e.g., podcast, blog, streaming): Dh5,000 Renewal: Dh5,000 Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Press, journalism, and foreign media Sponsor a foreign journalist not registered in the country: Dh6,000 per sponsorship Temporary media coverage permit: Dh300 Foreign journalist or reporter who is not registered in the country license: Dh500 Renewal: Dh500 Cinema and film production Open a cinema (6+ screens): Dh100,000 (initial), Dh50,000 (annual renewal) Open a cinema (up to 5 screens): Dh60,000 (initial), Dh30,000 (annual renewal) Film distributor licence (animation, documentary, cartoon): Dh35,000 (initial), Dh18,000 (renewal) Film production licence (same genres): Dh18,000 (initial), Dh8,000 (renewal) Screening a film in the UAE: Dh1,000 per film Screening a trailer: Dh500 Poster display approval: Dh500 Ticket sales permit: Dh500 Age classification: Dh500 Urgent classification service: Dh6,000 Commercial content shown inside cinemas: Dh1,000 Licence to design and produce advertising content: Dh5,000 Renewal: Dh2,500 Events and single-use permits Screening a film or event for 1 day (e.g., football match): Dh500 Self-monitoring digital platform permit: Dh2,000 Video games and entertainment platforms Video game sales licence: Dh10,000 Game production licence: Dh4,000 Renewal: Dh2,000 Game rental (via platform): Dh5,000 annually Artistic production and services Audio-visual production studio licence: Dh15,000 Renewal: Dh8,000 Theatre or artistic performance licence: Dh10,000 Renewal: Dh6,000 Licence to design, implement, and install advertising billboards: Dh10,000 Renewal: Dh5,000 Books, printing, and publishing Licence to practice printing-related businesses: Dh10,000 Annual renewal: Dh5,000 Licence to establish a printing press: Dh25,000 Annual renewal: Dh15,000 Licence to publish a daily newspaper: Dh100,000 Renewal: Dh50,000 Reprint foreign daily newspapers: Dh50,000 Foreign media office licence: Dh3,000 Sell/distribute more than 10 copies of foreign books: Printed: Dh15 per book Digital: Dh10 per e-book Library or bookstore licence: Dh3,500 Licence changes, cancellations, and modifications Cancel licence: Dh200 Transfer of ownership: Dh100
