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The UAE government has outlined four official categories of individuals that foreign residents can sponsor on a visit visa. The recognized groups cover first-degree, second-degree, and third-degree relatives, as well as friends and non-relatives. The guidelines define the scope of family and non-blood connections eligible for resident entry sponsorship.
Approximately 15,000 runners, including 100 from the UAE, participated in the Zayed Charity Run in Beijing's Huairou district on Sunday. The event featured a full marathon and half marathon, with 50 percent of proceeds directed to Huairou Hospital. UAE and race officials highlighted sports as a platform to foster bilateral exchanges and community support.
The UAE Ministry of Finance and the Federal Tax Authority hosted an awareness session in Ras Al Khaimah on the latest e-invoicing updates. Officials reaffirmed that companies with annual revenues of AED 50 million or more must appoint an Accredited Service Provider by 30 October 2026. Mandatory Phase One implementation for these entities remains scheduled for 1 January 2027.
Health insurance is mandatory across all seven emirates for private-sector employees and domestic workers to renew UAE residency permits. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation offers a basic insurance scheme at AED 320 annually for five Northern Emirates, while Dubai and Abu Dhabi operate separate systems. Investor applicants under Golden Residency categories must also maintain valid comprehensive health coverage under federal immigration guidelines.
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