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UAE Freelancer Visa Guide 2026: Green Visa vs Golden Visa
The UAE freelancer visa is now a major residency pathway for independent professionals. Compare the five-year Green Visa and ten-year Golden Visa, see who qualifies, and learn how to apply without an employer sponsor.
5 Jun 2026
UAE Islamic New Year Holiday Confirmed for June 15, 2026
The UAE Islamic New Year holiday is confirmed for Monday, June 15, 2026. MOHRE and the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources say the paid day off applies to both public and private sectors, creating a three-day weekend before work resumes on June 16.
5 Jun 2026
UAE Launches AI System to Screen Work Permit Applicants
The UAE will deploy an AI and robotics-powered system to screen work permit applicants from May, assessing education, skills, and experience to streamline labour market admissions and attract global talent.
30 Apr 2026
UAE Work Visa Cancelled? How Long You Can Stay
If your UAE work visa is cancelled, you are allowed to remain in the country only for the grace period stated in your cancellation document. The exact duration depends on your visa category — ranging from 30 to 180 days. Here is what the law requires and how to stay compliant.
16 Feb 2026
Dubai Ramadan 2026 Work Timings: Reduced Hours for All
Dubai Ramadan 2026 work timings have been officially confirmed for both the public and private sectors. All employees across the UAE — regardless of religion — will work reduced hours throughout the holy month, starting around 19 February 2026.
15 Feb 2026
UAE Ramadan Working Hours: What Employees Need to Know
Working hours for both public and private sector employees in the UAE are reduced during Ramadan under the country's labour laws. Here is a full breakdown of the rules for 2026, covering MOHRE regulations, public sector circulars, overtime pay, and flexible working arrangements.
8 Feb 2026
UAE AI Work Permit System "Eye" Launched at GITEX 2025
The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation unveiled "Eye," an AI-powered work permit approval system at GITEX Global 2025. The tool automatically verifies passports, photos, and academic certificates — speeding up employer onboarding and cutting administrative costs.
16 Oct 2025
MoHRE Launches AI Work Permit System, Zero Bureaucracy
MoHRE's AI work permit system eliminates all paperwork, cuts document requirements by 100%, and delivers real-time permits under the UAE Zero Bureaucracy Program — a new benchmark for digital governance.
14 Jun 2025
UAE Fast-Track Degree Verification Service
The UAE has launched a fast-track academic degree verification service for private sector hiring, jointly introduced by MoHRE and MoHESR. Private employers can now electronically validate overseas qualifications at skill levels 1–4 through MoHRE's digital platforms, reducing
27 May 2025
Eid Al Fitr 2025 UAE: Private Sector Gets 4-Day Holiday
UAE private sector workers will enjoy a four-day Eid Al Fitr 2025 holiday from Sunday March 30 to Tuesday April 1. The moon-sighting committee confirmed the Eid moon on March 29, making Ramadan 29 days. Employees with Saturday–Sunday weekends get a full five-day break.
30 Mar 2025
UAE Eid Al Fitr 2025 Holiday Dates for Private Sector
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has officially announced the UAE Eid Al Fitr 2025 holiday dates for private sector employees: March 30 to April 1, 2025, as a paid public holiday. A fourth day may be added if Ramadan completes 30 days.
19 Mar 2025
UAE Marks 53rd Eid Al Etihad with 1 Million Workers
More than one million workers across the UAE joined the 53rd Eid Al Etihad celebrations under the theme "Our Workers' Happiness in Our Union's Celebration," with two days of events, competitions, and prizes organized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
3 Dec 2024
UAE Midday Break 2024 Ends with 99.9% Compliance
The UAE Midday Break 2024 concluded on September 15 with a record-breaking 99.9% compliance rate. MoHRE conducted over 134,000 inspections and recorded only 51 violations, while 6,000 shaded rest stations served outdoor and delivery workers across the country.
15 Sep 2024
UAE Labour Law: Dh1M Fines for Worker Rights
The UAE has enacted Federal Decree-Law No. 9 of 2024, raising fines for labour law violations to as much as Dh1 million. Employers who hire workers without permits, exploit recruits, or close businesses without settling wages now face sharply higher penalties under new MoHRE
13 Aug 2024
UAE Work Permit Processing Time Cut to 5 Days
The UAE has cut work permit and residency visa processing time from 30 days to just 5 days with the Phase 2 launch of the Work Bundle platform, covering all seven emirates and benefiting over 600,000 companies and 7 million employees.
11 Jun 2024
UAE Announces Eid Al Adha 2024 Dates and Holidays
The Supreme Islamic Court of Saudi Arabia confirmed the crescent moon sighting of Dhu Al Hijjah on June 6, making June 7 the first day of the sacred month. Arafat Day falls on Saturday, June 15, and Eid Al Adha begins Sunday, June 16, with UAE residents set for a four-day
7 Jun 2024