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UAE Tightens Investor & Partner Visa Renewals: Proof-of-Business Rules Published
Investor and Partner Visa renewals filed from January 1, 2026 must now meet tough new substance requirements released on February 25. Companies must evidence real activity, minimum paid-up capital and an active corporate bank account; shell structures will be refused. Business travellers who rely on these visas—and the firms that employ them—need to begin compliance checks months in advance to avoid cancellations.
UK ETA Goes Live: What the Change Means for UAE Visitors and Transit Passengers
Britain’s Electronic Travel Authorisation became mandatory on February 25, digitising permission to travel for UAE nationals and many expatriates. The £16 online permit lasts two years, removes the need to surrender a passport during processing and shifts carrier liability to airlines. Companies should update travel policies and educate staff on the new pre-departure checks.
UAE Closes 12 Unlicensed Domestic-Worker Agencies, Shuts 230 Social-Media Recruiters
MoHRE closed 12 illegal domestic-worker recruitment offices and 230 online accounts on February 25, signalling zero tolerance for unlicensed brokers. The operation protects both workers and households and raises compliance stakes for expatriate families and relocation managers in the UAE.