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What are the Midday Break rules in the UAE for 2018?

If you are employing staff in the UAE who are required to work outside it is important you understand the Midday Break rule

Is it time your Abu Dhabi free zone company steps onshore?

Is it time your free zone company steps onshore to be operating compliantly if you are currently working on the mainland without a license?

How To Setup A Business In Abu Dhabi, UAE

Setting up a business in Abu Dhbai or Dubai doesn't need to be difficult. However there is still confusion, e.g. free zone or onshore.

100% Foreign Ownership Of Companies & 10 Year Visas Coming To The UAE

100% foreign ownership of companies and 10 year visas are being introduced into the UAE to attract FDI

Why ISO accreditation is important when tendering in Abu Dhabi

There are many benefits of being ISO-9001 accredited, but its also a requirement for some companies when registering for Classification.

How To Import Goods Into The UAE

Understanding the document requirements in order to import good into the UAE will save time and prevent penalties at a later date.

Abu Dhabi Conference & Exhibition Guide 2018

Our conference and exhibition guide to help you with planning your business trips to Abu Dhabi during 2018;

REMEMBER: Abu Dhabi companies renew your PO BOX before 31st January 2018

Remember to renew your corporate PO Boxes to avoid financial penalties.

MENA Professionals Want To Start Own Business, But Many Are Unprepared

Jenny Hunt interview for CIPD magazine article sharing her thoughts about expats leaving corporate life to be entrepreneurs.

10 Things You Need To Know About Signage For Your Abu Dhabi Business

Abu Dhabi businesses need signage for their commercial premises which adhere to guidelines covering typologies, dimensions & positioning.

6 Tips About Commercial Agent Agreements In Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Commercial Agent Agreements can be a great way for a foreign company to do business in the UAE without setting up, but beware the details.

VAT in the UAE. Is your business ready?

With VAT being introduced into the UAE at the start of 2018, its essential that your business is ready and prepared.

Which Employment Contract In The UAE Is Most Suitable? Limited Contract Or Unlimited Contract?

Understand the difference between Unlimited and Limited employment contracts so you give your employees the best one for your business.

New Rules Protect Domestic Workers In The UAE

New rules for employing domestic workers have been introduced protecting their rights in the UAE.

Compensation For Working On A Public Holiday In The UAE

Understand the employers'financial obligations when employees work on public holidays

Employing an Emirati National

As an employer in the UAE its essential to be aware of the additional obligations when employing Emirati nationals.

New Tax Law in the UAE

What does the new tax procedures law cover? How do businesses stay compliant? What are the penalties for non-compliance?

Midday Break Rules In The UAE 2017

The Midday Break rule is to protect employees working outside in the middle of the day. Be sure to understand your employer responsibilities

Trends & Observations of the Economy in UAE

Guest blog from executive Adam Malouf sharing his observations of the trends and economy in the UAE

100% Foreign Ownership Is Possible In Abu Dhabi With A Foreign Branch Setup

The foreign branch is an ideal legal structure for services companies and organisations which are particularly risk averse.

Emiratisation Regulations For UAE Companies

Its important to understand how Emiratisation regulations could affect your company in order that your organisation stays compliant.

What You Need To Know About WPS, The UAE’s Federal Payroll System

Everything you need to know about paying your staff correctly visa the UAE's federal payroll system, WPS.

How Can Abu Dhabi Businesses Participate In The Year Of Giving 2017

Year Of Giving follows on from the successful Year Of Reading in the UAE and this blogs gives some ideas of how you can participate.

Abu Dhabi Exhibition and Conference Calendar 2017

Gateway Group's Conference and Exhibition Guide for 2017 will help with planning your business trips to Abu Dhabi, UAE.

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