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UAE Announces Comprehensive Federal Traffic Law Amendments Effective January 2027

The UAE has introduced sweeping amendments to federal traffic regulations that will take effect on January 1, 2027. Key changes include a mandatory nine-hour driving limit in any 24-hour period to curb driver fatigue, impacting commercial, taxi, and logistics operators. The rules also cap individual vehicle registrations at five, introduce specific delivery rider safety mandates, and revise driving licence validity periods.

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Abu Dhabi Details 10-Year Golden Visa Criteria for Top International University Graduates

The Abu Dhabi Residents Office has outlined eligibility criteria and an international university list for its 10-year Golden Visa for outstanding graduates. Applicants from overseas institutions must hold an accredited bachelor's degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 obtained within the past two years. The official document features 100 numbered entries covering 98 unique global universities.

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UAE to Permit Two-Year Light Vehicle Registrations Starting January 2027

The UAE will allow motorists to apply for two-year registrations for qualifying light vehicles starting January 1, 2027, under Cabinet Decision No. 174 of 2026. Eligibility requires that vehicles were brand new when first registered, are under six years old, and are individually owned. Approval remains discretionary for licensing authorities, while right-hand-drive vehicles are barred from road registration.

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UAE updates sick leave rules shifting certification responsibility to healthcare providers

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention has reformed the statutory sick leave attestation framework under the federal Zero Bureaucracy program. Licensed healthcare providers are now directly responsible for certifying and transmitting digital medical leave attestations to employers.