7 October 20260710 ShareGovernment|CommunityDubai launched a new visual identity and enhanced addressing system for areas across the emirate. The project is intended to make neighbourhoods easier to identify and improve consistency across maps, signs and public services.
1 October 20260110 ShareBusiness|GovernmentThe UAE moved electronic-invoicing service providers to a new accreditation framework from 1 October. Providers with preliminary approval have 30 days to complete accreditation, while businesses should distinguish this provider rule from the separate deadlines that apply to their own e-invoicing implementation.
24 September 20262409 ShareBusiness|GovernmentAbu Dhabi extended the office-free period for eligible entrepreneurs using the Tajer licence. The measure is intended to reduce early-stage costs for selected businesses testing activities without a physical office. Eligibility, activity restrictions and renewal requirements still apply.
24 September 20262409 ShareTravel|GovernmentThe UAE suspended flights by Iranian airlines until further notice under a US ban. The measure may affect bookings, connecting itineraries and cargo arrangements. Travellers should confirm the current status directly with the airline or airport and check rebooking or refund conditions.
16 September 20261609 ShareHousing|GovernmentAbu Dhabi property owners and operators were given until 16 September to apply for or renew occupancy certificates through the municipal e-permitting system. The requirement is intended to confirm that buildings meet safety and occupancy standards, making it relevant to landlords, tenants and residents concerned about building conditions.
15 September 20261509 ShareGovernment|Crime & SafetyThe UAE’s annual midday work-break policy ended on 15 September after prohibiting outdoor work under direct sunlight from 12:30pm to 3pm during the hottest part of summer. The policy covered the period from 15 June and was intended to reduce heat-related risks for outdoor workers.
1 September 20260109 ShareShopping|GovernmentThe UAE introduced a minimum excise price of Dh1 per millilitre for liquids used in electronic smoking devices from 1 September. The figure is used to calculate excise tax; it is not a government-set minimum retail price for every product.
1 September 20260109 ShareGovernment|BusinessThe revised Nafis framework began applying to new beneficiaries in September, with a Dh6,000 minimum salary for eligibility, updated salary-support caps and an uncapped child allowance. Existing recipients are being transitioned gradually, so the rules do not affect every beneficiary at once.
31 August 20263108 ShareGovernment|Education|CommunityUAE government employees received flexible working arrangements for the start of the 2026–2027 school year. Parents could take up to three hours for school drop-offs and collections, with wider flexibility during the first nursery week.
23 July 20262307 ShareGovernment|Technology|BusinessAjman used agentic artificial intelligence to complete a trade-licence renewal without manual processing. The service is aimed at making government transactions more proactive for businesses and entrepreneurs.