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Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Time Out Dubai

Dubai Implements Eight Key Visa and Residency Rule Updates in 2026

Dubai and UAE authorities have updated entry and residency frameworks across tourist, property, and long-term visas. Key changes include broadened visa-on-arrival eligibility, faster 48-hour tourist visa processing, removed minimum property purchase thresholds for sole owners, and linking residency renewals to unpaid traffic fines. Expanded categories for the 10-year Golden Visa and new specialized visit visas have also taken effect.

Industry News
Source: Emirates 24|7

Dubai Real Estate Deals Reach Dh2.8 Billion Across 744 Transactions on Thursday

Dubai real estate transactions totaled AED 2.8 billion across 744 deals on Thursday, according to Dubai Land Department figures reported by Emirates 24|7. Sales transactions reached AED 1.7 billion across 512 deals, while mortgages accounted for AED 855 million. A commercial land mortgage in Sobha Hartland registered the day's highest mortgage value at AED 172 million.

Industry News
Source: Gulf News

UAE Powder Coatings Maker Qemtex Reaches Full Capacity, Considers Dh40m Expansion

UAE-based powder coatings manufacturer Qemtex announced that its Umm Al Quwain plant has reached full operational capacity less than two years after starting production. The company is evaluating an investment of up to Dh40 million to expand output, upgrade equipment, and improve technical capabilities. Expansion plans are driven by rising demand from GCC real estate and infrastructure projects.

China–UAE News
Source: 36 Kr

Dubai Delegation of 100+ Officials and Executives to Visit Shenzhen in October

Over 100 senior government officials and corporate executives from Dubai will convene in Shenzhen on October 14 for the fifth Dubai Business Forum. Led by Dubai Chambers Chairman Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, the delegation aims to align bilateral opportunities around Dubai's D33 Economic Agenda, cross-border investment, and artificial intelligence. Official bilateral non-oil trade between the UAE and China reached AED 180.7 billion in the first half of 2026.

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