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United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi
UAE Ends Emergency Overstay Grace Period
The UAE will conclude its emergency grace period for tourist, visit, and transit visas on March 31, 2026. After this date, daily overstay fines of AED 100 will resume, requiring travelers to secure extensions or humanitarian permits to avoid penalties.
Understanding UAE Resignation and Notice Period Rules
New labor regulations effective March 2026 update the legal requirements for resignation and notice periods for private sector employees. These changes directly impact expat contract terminations, end-of-service benefits, and the legal timeline for transitioning between jobs.
Why United Arab Emirates Civil Laws Matter for Digital Nomads
Non-Muslim expats can now have their property and assets distributed under civil law rather than Sharia principles, significantly improving legal certainty for foreign residents and asset owners.
Dubai Updates Financial Rules for Remote Work Visas
Dubai has updated its Virtual Working Program requirements, now mandating six months of bank statements instead of three. Applicants must still demonstrate a minimum monthly income of $3,500 to qualify for the one-year residency permit.
UAE and Qatar Issue Emergency Remote Work Mandates
Mandatory remote work directives due to regional security incidents signal immediate safety risks and potential disruptions to local infrastructure and travel in the Gulf region.