The UAE Federal Tax Authority has announced phased compliance deadlines for its mandatory e-invoicing system based on annual revenue thresholds. Businesses earning AED 50 million or more must implement the system by January 1, 2027, while those below the threshold have until July 1, 2027. Entities are required to engage accredited service providers ahead of their respective operational deadlines.
The UAE permits eligible visitors to extend tourist and visit visas without leaving the country, subject to specific regulatory caps. Tourist visa holders can extend their stay up to a cumulative 120 days, while visas for family visits, job hunting, or business exploration are capped at 180 days. Extensions must be submitted through sponsors, and visitors who overstay without an extension incur a Dh50 daily penalty with no automatic grace period.
The UAE Minister of Justice has officially launched the Guiding Principles for the Use of Artificial Intelligence Systems by Law Firms at the 15th UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi. The initiative outlines ten core principles requiring strict human oversight, confidentiality, and non-delegable professional accountability. The framework is designed to provide a practical reference for legal practices adopting advanced technologies across the country.
The U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has issued a proposed rule to designate Banque Misr UAE as a primary money laundering concern under Section 311 of the USA PATRIOT Act. The proposal seeks to sever the bank's U.S. correspondent banking access in connection with Treasury's Operation Economic Outcast targeting Iranian illicit finance networks. Public comments on the proposed rulemaking remain open until October 1, 2026.
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