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Legal guidance published by The National details UAE regulations on visa overstays, illegal employment, and civil travel bans. Overstay fines are standardized at Dh50 per day across all emirates, while companies hiring workers without proper visas face fines up to Dh50,000. Additionally, civil travel bans for outstanding debt can only be initiated for claims of Dh10,000 or more under federal law.
Dubai CommerCity has unveiled an AED 1.8 billion Phase Two expansion scheduled for rollout between Q1 2027 and Q4 2028. The development follows an occupancy rate of nearly 96 percent across office, logistics, and retail spaces.
Dubai CommerCity has announced an AED 1.8 billion Phase Two expansion to meet growing digital commerce demand. Scheduled between Q1 2027 and Q4 2028, the development will add 86,000 square metres across six new commercial buildings. Occupancy across the free zone currently stands at approximately 96 percent.
The Organisational Committee of Ports and Border Points in Sharjah met at the Khatmat Malaha border crossing to review inspection workflows and inter-agency coordination. Discussions focused on speeding up commercial freight transit and clearance while maintaining strict customs standards. Officials highlighted the need for continuous system upgrades to support growing traffic.
Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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