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UAE WPS Salary by the 1st of Every Month: What Every Employer Must Know Under Ministerial Resolution No. 340 of 2026

The UAE has introduced new WPS salary rules that require private sector employers to process employee salaries by the first day of every Gregorian month. Learn what changed under Ministerial Resolution No. 340 of 2026, who must comply, the penalties for late salary payments, and the practical steps businesses can take to remain compliant with the latest Wage Protection System (WPS) requirements.

Mahesh Maddu

June 29, 2026

UAE Travel Rule 2026: Everything VASPs Need to Know About Compliance

The UAE Travel Rule has become a fundamental compliance requirement for licensed Virtual Asset Service Providers. Understanding how the rule applies across VARA, ADGM, DFSA, and the federal AML framework is essential for processing virtual asset transfers, managing regulatory risk, and maintaining licence compliance. This guide explains the requirements in practical terms, helping VASPs understand what regulators expect and how to prepare.

Mahesh Maddu

June 29, 2026

UAE Tax Groups 2026: Every Group Now Needs Audited Financial Statements Before September

UAE tax groups are now under a stricter Corporate Tax compliance regime following FTA Decision No. 7 of 2025 issued by the Federal Tax Authority. From 1 January 2025, all tax groups must prepare audited Aggregated Financial Statements regardless of revenue size. This shift removes the earlier threshold-based exemption and introduces mandatory audit requirements that directly impact filing timelines, financial reporting processes, and year-end planning for every registered tax group in the UAE.

Mahesh Maddu

June 29, 2026

UAE Industrial License 2026: Sharjah Dh1,000 License, Dh1 Billion Fund, and Make it in the Emirates Explained

The UAE industrial licence 2026 is a mandatory requirement for businesses involved in manufacturing, processing, assembly, and industrial production activities. In 2026, the licensing framework is being restructured to reduce setup costs, speed up approvals, and increase industrial localisation. This shift supports the UAE’s Operation 300bn strategy to expand the industrial sector’s contribution to national GDP growth.

Mahesh Maddu

June 2, 2026

Dubai Holding Company Setup in 2026: Structures, Tax Benefits, Costs & Banking Guide

Dubai Holding Company Setup has become a popular solution for entrepreneurs, investors, family offices, and multinational groups seeking tax efficiency, asset protection, and centralized ownership structures. This guide explains the different holding company options available in Dubai, key tax benefits, setup costs, banking requirements, and the steps involved in choosing and establishing the right UAE holding company structure.

Mahesh Maddu

June 2, 2026

Dubai Property Owner Visa 2026: New Rules, Eligibility, Requirements & Step-by-Step Application Guide

The Dubai Property Owner Visa 2026 offers a 2-year renewable UAE residency based on real estate ownership. Sole owners can qualify without a minimum property value, while joint owners require a minimum AED 400,000 share each. The visa is issued through DLD and GDRFA, enabling investors to gain residency through registered property ownership in Dubai’s evolving real estate system.

Mahesh Maddu

June 2, 2026