News
News and updates on what’s happening in Dubai. Announcements and important information about the emirate that the residents should be aware of. Here we share current events and advisories, as well as trends for your reference.
Posting Pictures of Women Online (Without their Consent) Can Land You in Jail
Please be advised that posting pictures of women online without their consent can land you in jail. A report from Emirates 24/7 states that Milan....
PCG Warns Against Trafficking of Prohibited Substances Disguised as Chocolate Candies
The Philippine Consulate General Dubai & Northern Emirates warns all Filipinos to be alert when travelling and to be wary of prohibited substances disguised as chocolate....
Emirates Launches Daily Flights: Dubai to Cebu & Clark
Great news for Filipinos as Emirates airlines launches a new route to the Philippines, this time from Dubai to Cebu and Clark! Emirates currently operates....
Water & Electricity in the UAE Subject to 5% VAT
Earlier this year, we mentioned that the UAE will be introducing value-added tax (VAT) next year. Sure enough, the Federal Tax Authority has recently published a....
Value-Added Tax (VAT) Introduced in UAE
Starting January 1, 2018, business owners and landlords in the UAE will be required to pay a value-added tax (VAT) of five percent. The announcement....
