The UAE has outlined the eligibility rules, entry permit duration, and fee schedule for its study, training, and qualification visa. Applicants must hold a passport valid for at least six months and have secured admission to a licensed academic or research institution. The total processing cost is 300 AED, divided across application, issuance, and smart service fees.
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has introduced 65 measurable Emirati Hospitality Standards for local hotels and serviced apartments. Developed with the National Projects Office, compliance will become mandatory across eight guest service stages starting in early 2027.
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development has announced a one-year regulatory extension allowing Tajer Abu Dhabi licence holders to operate without physical premises. The measure applies to entrepreneurs whose exemptions were scheduled to expire during 2026. Authorities aim to lower startup capital requirements and enhance operational flexibility for early-stage businesses.
The UAE Cabinet has issued Cabinet Decision No. 149 of 2026, amending the UAE VAT Executive Regulations. The update introduces an output-based input tax apportionment ratio under Article 55 for partially exempt businesses. General changes take effect on 1 October 2026, while the revised apportionment rules apply from the first tax year starting after 1 October 2027.
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