Slow Drivers Fines and No Grace Period For Tourist Visas: 6 New Laws in The UAE That You Need To Know
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Throughout 2023 the UAE announced multiple new rules and regulations for both tourists and residences; these are the top six new laws deserving of everyone’s full attention. Bazaar Arabia shares them here.
Slow Drivers Fines and No Grace Periods For Tourist Visas: 6 New Laws in The UAE That You Need To Know
Reduction Of Tourism Tax in Abu Dhabi
As of the 1st of September of this year, a reduction in tourism fees has been established by Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism. Now tourists will only have to pay four per cent on tourism fees compared to the former six percent, this includes restaurants as well. Additionally, hotel guests will no longer be required to pay Dhs15 for each room reservation per night.
.@dctabudhabi has revised the fees applied to hotels in the emirate, supporting the continued growth of the hospitality and tourism sector and enhancing #AbuDhabi as a leading global leisure and tourism destination. pic.twitter.com/AhTaEuOA1u
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) August 11, 2023
For more information visit mediaoffice.abudhabi.
Emirates IDs Can Now Be Updated Online
Keeping up-to-date residency information on the Emirates ID used to be a lengthy process, but now, all updates can be made fully online. This new formality will now save residents and nationals the hassle of physically commuting to governmental offices, as well as avoiding lengthy waiting processes. These changes can be made through the Federal Authority For Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security official website or via the Smart App with the UAE Pass.
For more information visit icp.gov.ae.
Fines For Slow Driving On The Fast Lane In Abu Dhabi
As stated by the Abu Dhabi Police, drivers who are caught driving slowly in the fast lane will receive a fine of Dhs400 for not staying in the right lane. This new law has been implemented to stress the importance of safe driving and preventing future traffic accidents.
For more information visit adpolice.gov.ae.
UAE Work Permits Extend An Extra Year
As set by the Federal National Council, people seeking employment in the UAE are now permitted a three-year work stay instead of the former two years. This new extension has been put in place with the intention of reducing costs associated with obtaining the permit.
For more information visit mohre.gov.ae.
Unemployment Compensation
UAE residents who have lost their jobs in the private or public sector can now obtain up to three months of unemployment compensation at 60 per cent of their original salary. In order to receive this compensation, residents must have enrolled in the government program by the 1st of October of this year. However, this form of job security insurance must be paid at a fixed rate, and if the former employee does not register within the given period or stops making payments, they will be fined.
For more information visit iloe.ae.
No More Grace Period For Dubai Tourism Visas
As confirmed by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, expired tourism visas no longer have a 10-day grace for those visiting Dubai. Once the visa has expired and if there is a failure for renewal, the visitor will be fined Dhs50 for every extra day that they stay in Dubai.
For more information visit smartservices.icp.gov.ae.
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