Dubai Customs has eliminated customs cash and bank guarantee requirements for goods exported from major Dubai free zones to any destination outside the UAE. The measure applies to cargo stored in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai Logistics City, and Dubai Airport Freezone, replacing previous restrictions that excluded GCC destinations from the waiver.
The UAE Ministry of Finance and Federal Tax Authority have established mandatory compliance phases for the nationwide e-invoicing framework. Large enterprises with revenue of AED 50 million or more must select an accredited provider by 30 October 2026 ahead of a 1 January 2027 rollout. Failure to comply incurs a monthly fine of AED 5,000 under Cabinet Decision No. 106 of 2025.
UAE authorities released several legislative and regulatory updates in early October impacting business compliance and residency rules. The Ministry of Finance issued revised accreditation standards for electronic invoicing providers, alongside updated Federal Tax Authority input VAT recovery rules. Additional federal amendments decriminalised attempted suicide, while Dubai tightened shared accommodation occupancy guidelines.
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has highlighted an online self-nomination service for the UAE Golden Visa. The program grants long-term residency of up to 10 years without requiring a national sponsor. Eligible applicants include investors, entrepreneurs, specialized professionals, and exceptional talents.
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