Structuring Alert: Out with the old, in with the new — a new UAE commercial companies law effective from 2 January 2022

January 4, 2022M/HQ PublicationsNews Release, UAE Structuring Series

In line with the UAE’s government’s continuous efforts to improve the business environment, the UAE Cabinet has published a new commercial companies law — with effect from 2 January 2022. The new law incorporates a number of amendments gradually rolled out over the last 12 months and introduces some exciting new tools for the regulation and operation of …

Immigration Alert: UAE announces residence visa for retired expats

November 22, 2021M/HQ PublicationsImmigration, News Release, UAE Structuring Series

What’s new? The UAE has amended its immigration framework with updated and facilitated requirements for obtaining retirement visas. The visa is valid for 5 years. The new measure has been introduced to enhance the competitiveness and flexibility of the UAE, facilitate sector growth, spur knowledge transfer and skills development, and create greater stability and security for …