Introducing Sanadak: UAE’s first Ombudsman Unit for Financial and Insurance Consumer Disputes

The UAE has taken a significant step towards enhancing consumer trust and protecting consumer rights with the introduction of the new ombudsman unit, "Sanadak". This move follows the merger of the UAE Insurance Authority with…

Update: UAE Corporate Tax Registration Deadlines

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in a recent decision, FTA Decision No. 3 of 2024 on the Registration Timeline for Corporate Tax has provided the deadlines for registration of Corporate Tax (CT). The deadlines are…

Fichte & Co Legal Expands Presence to Saudi Arabia, Offering Comprehensive Legal Solutions

Fichte & Co Legal is thrilled to announce a significant expansion of our services into Saudi Arabia, through a partnership with the esteemed law firm AlSuwaiket & Al Busaiyes (SB) managed by Dr. Bader AlBusaiyes.…

UAE Coming Out of FATF ‘Grey List’: a Milestone for Business Stability

In the realm of global finance, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has long stood as a beacon of opportunity, drawing investors and businesses from around the world. Another sound reason to enhance this undeniable truth…

A Glance in the New Insurance Law in the UAE

In a significant development for the insurance sector, the recently published New Insurance Law on 31 October 2023, set to be enforced from 30 November 2023, marks an important moment in the regulatory landscape of…

Federal Decree Law No. 43 of 2023 regarding Maritime Law – Download your translation here

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI) has unveiled the forthcoming Federal Decree-Law No. 43 of 2023 regarding Maritime Law (the “2023 Maritime Law”), slated to come into force from March 2024. This legislation marks…

A New Era for The Shipping Sector in the UAE

A New Era for The Shipping Sector in the UAE The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI) has unveiled the forthcoming Federal Decree Law No. 43 of 2023 regarding Maritime Law (the “2023 Maritime Law”),…

Changes made by Ministerial Decision No. 296/2023 on fines for Emiratisation related offences

In June 2023, Ministerial Decision No. 296/2023 on the Standards of Imposition of Administrative Fines According to Cabinet Decision No. 95/2022 on the Offences and Administrative Fines Related to the Initiatives and Programmes of the…

Dubai issues new Decision on Transparency of Local Sea Container Charges in Dubai

In its continuous endeavours to promote best commercial practices and fair competition in the maritime sector of the Emirate of Dubai and to increase transparency and accountability in relation to the application of Sea Container…

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