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The UAE fintech market is forecast to grow from roughly $3 billion in 2024 to more than $5 billion by 2029, with over 320 fintech companies active nationwide. Central Bank data shows the country has climbed to fourth globally on the Global FinTech Centre Index, with over 75 firms licensed or approved across six categories.
China Briefing reported key transfer pricing updates across Asia and the Middle East for the second quarter of 2026. In the UAE, Ministerial Decision No. 96 of 2026 adopted the latest OECD Pillar Two guidance, while Singapore clarified rules for share-based compensation and Vietnam issued Decree No. 255/2026/ND-CP. Foreign-invested enterprises are advised to review existing intercompany pricing policies against the revised frameworks.
Dubai has outlined the eligibility criteria for its one-year Virtual Work Visa available to remote employees and digital nomads of any nationality. Applicants must earn a minimum monthly income of US$3,500 (AED 12,856) from an employer or clients based outside the UAE. The residency permit allows holders to live in Dubai, travel internationally, access local services, and sponsor family members.
The Dubai government has detailed five essential steps foreign nationals must complete to secure private-sector work permits and residence visas. The process requires employers to secure pre-entry approval from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation before workers complete subsequent medical tests and residency formalities.
Government of Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Effective October 8, 2026
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