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Dubai Business Events - June 2023

World Physiotherapy Congress 2023 and other business shows in Dubai. Check the June events list in our monthly conference and event blog.

Beat the Deadline: Discover How to Meet Emiratisation Requirements

UAE private sector companies have until 30 June 2023 to meet Emiratisation requirements. Discover how to meet them, avoid fines in our blog.

What Overtime do you need to pay Employees for Working Public Holidays?

Find out about how to properly compensate your employees who worked during the public holiday in the UAE, in Gateway Group's blog.

Dubai Business Events - April 2023

There are a few business events during April 2023 in Dubai, so opportunities for networking. Check out GETEX and Global Dubai Tea Forum 2023

Live And Work Tax Free For A Year - Dubai's Digital Nomad Visa

In this blog post find out all about the Dubai remote work visa for digital nomads and remote workers, the requirements, and how to apply.

Dubai Conferences & Exhibitions - March 2023

Dubai International Boat Show and Middle East Energy are happening in Dubai in March. Check our monthly business events calendar.

UAE extends deadline for companies to change employment contracts to fixed term

The deadline for employers to change their employee's labour contracts to fixed term employment contracts has been extended.

Out of UAE over 6 months? New re-entry permit is easy way residents can return

Out of the UAE over six months? The new re-entry permit for residents is an easy way to return to Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Valid visa holders.

Dubai Conferences & Exhibitions - February 2023

Gulfood and Arab Water Convention are just two conferences happening in Dubai in February. See the complete exhibitions list in our blog.

Dubai Conferences & Exhibitions - January 2023

Arab Health conference and exhibition opens on 30th January at Dubai World Trade Center. See our blog for all the events in January 2023.

New Unemployment Insurance Mandatory For UAE Employees

It's now mandatory for UAE employees to register and pay for involuntary loss of employment insurance. Find out how to apply in our blog.

Dubai Conferences, Exhibitions and Business Events - October 2022

All the business events, conferences and exhibitions in Dubai in October 2022, inc GITEX, Dubai Helishow and Beauty World Middle East.

Dubai Conferences, Exhibitions and Business Events - September 2022

Your guide to the conferences, exhibitions and business events in Dubai during September 2022. Gateway Group company registration service.

Latest Visa Insurance Changes Ensure Employees Get Their Gratuity

Companies need to provide a AED3,000 bank guarantee or insurance with each new employee visa to cover end of service gratuity. Gateway Group

Visiting The UAE Is About To Get Much Easier - 10 Entry Visa Types

Next month, the UAE’s 10 new entry visas come into force. Reflect the purpose of the visit. Flexible. Renewable. Visa Applications Gateway.

Are You Frustrated With Your Local Sponsor? Here's What You Can Do

Unhappy and frustrated with your incumbent local sponsor in Abu Dhabi and Dubai? Change to Gateway Group's corporate nominee service.

UAE Weekly Business News 08/08/22

Dewa world's best energy transition network. Discover the Abu Dhabi and Dubai trade headlines in Gateway Group's UAE Weekly Business News.

VIDEO: Is It Cheaper To Go Directly To A Free Zone?

YouTube video. Is it cheaper to go directly to a free zone for a DIY company setup or use a specialist? Gateway Group. Abu Dhabi, Dubai UAE.

Favourable Legal Framework To Do Business In The UAE

The UAE has updated and implemented new laws, in line with international standards, to attract more FDI. Gateway Group. Company registration

Selling Products In Abu Dhabi Just Got Easier For Startups

Abu Dhabi exempts 1,200 business activities from commercial lease requirement for one year. New companies. Gateway Group. Business setup.

UAE's Midday Work Break Rules Kick In Tomorrow

The UAE's Midday Work Break requires companies give outdoor workers a two and half hour break with shade and hydration starting 15 June 2022

New Unemployment Insurance Scheme, For Citizens & Residents, Coming To The UAE

The UAE is set to introduce a new unemployment insurance scheme for both citizens and expats providing financial security for employees.

UAE Weekly Business News 17/05/22

UAE Weekly Business News 17 May 2022, Issue 86. United Arab Emirates headlines, bilateral trade, economy, tender, visas. Gateway Group.

Gateway's Abu Dhabi Business Events, Conferences, Tradeshows & Exhibition Guide - May 2022

Gateway Group has compiled this guide for business events, conferences, exhibitions and tradeshows happening in Abu Dhabi in May 2022.

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