Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority and Dubai Police announced updated restrictions on heavy commercial vehicles starting October 1, 2026. Sheikh Zayed Road will introduce a daily 16-hour ban on heavy lorries from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Emirates Road remains exempted to support inter-emirate industrial transport.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed has approved the operational strategy of the Dubai Longevity Authority, aiming to contribute over Dh35 billion to Dubai's economy over the next decade. The framework establishes business-licensing rules to attract foreign investment, manufacturing, and research in life sciences.
The UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security has outlined three monthly income thresholds for residents sponsoring visit visas. Minimum salary requirements range from AED 4,000 for first-degree relatives to AED 15,000 for sponsoring friends. Applicants must also provide refundable deposits, proof of kinship, and health insurance.
The UAE Federal Tax Authority has instructed businesses whose financial year ended on December 31, 2025, to submit their corporate tax returns and settle tax payments by September 30, 2026. Filings and payments must be completed through the EmaraTax digital platform or via accredited tax agents to avoid administrative penalties. The authority also stressed the obligation to maintain all supporting accounting records to substantiate declarations and relief claims.
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