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    US Technology Export Restrictions UAE

    US Eases Technology Export Restrictions for the UAE: What the 14 July 2026 BIS Decision Means for Businesses

    The United States has eased technology export restrictions for the UAE under a landmark BIS rule issued on 14 July 2026. The decision reduces licensing requirements for many advanced technologies, creating new opportunities for UAE importers, distributors, manufacturers, and technology firms. While access to US technology may improve, businesses must still comply with export control, re-export, and sanctions regulations.

    Mahesh Maddu

    August 14, 2026

    UAE Music Licensing Fees

    UAE Music Licensing Fees 2026: What Restaurants,Hotels and Businesses Need to Know

    Starting 1 December 2026, businesses across the UAE that play music commercially will need a paid licence under a new regulatory framework. Restaurants, hotels, gyms, malls, broadcasters and event organisers may be affected. This guide explains who needs a licence, available exemptions, how fees will be structured, and the key compliance steps businesses should take now.

    Mahesh Maddu

    August 14, 2026

    AFS PRO corporate cards uae

    AFS Pro Corporate Cards in UAE: What Businesses Need to Know

    AFS Pro corporate cards are bringing a new approach to business payments in the UAE, combining corporate credit and prepaid cards with digital spending controls and transaction visibility. Launched by Arab Financial Services and Mastercard, the solution is designed to help businesses manage expenses more efficiently through participating banks and financial institutions, marking another development in the UAE’s rapidly evolving corporate payments landscape.

    Mahesh Maddu

    August 12, 2026

    UAE VAT Digital currency

    UAE VAT on Digital Currency: FTA Directive No. 3 of 2026 Explained

    The UAE has introduced new VAT requirements for businesses involved in digital-currency transactions. FTA Directive No. 3 of 2026 establishes how digital-currency values must be converted into AED for VAT reporting, including exchange selection, valuation and record-keeping requirements. This guide explains what businesses need to know and how to prepare for the latest UAE digital-currency VAT rules.

    Mahesh Maddu

    August 12, 2026

    UAE QFZP Distribution

    UAE QFZP Distribution in a Designated Zone: AUP Report Guide for 0% Corporate Tax

    For QFZPs distributing goods or materials in or from a Designated Zone, maintaining the 0% Corporate Tax rate now requires more than meeting qualifying activity conditions. FTA Decision No. 6 of 2026 introduces a mandatory AUP report for affected businesses from 2026. This guide explains who is affected, what auditors must verify, key documentation requirements and critical filing deadlines.

    Mahesh Maddu

    August 12, 2026

    UAE Small Business Relief 2029 extension

    Ministerial Decision No. 131 of 2026: UAE Small Business Relief Extended to 2029 

    The UAE has extended Small Business Relief for Corporate Tax to tax periods ending on or before December 31, 2029 under Ministerial Decision No. 131 of 2026. The extension gives eligible SMEs and start-ups three years of relief. With SMEs representing roughly 94% of UAE businesses and contributing more than 60% of non-oil GDP, the change has significant economic importance.

    Mahesh Maddu

    August 8, 2026