Dubai has recently updated its two-year employment visa system, aiming to make the process faster and more efficient. The enhancements involve AI-driven automation and digital streamlining, as announced by the UAE’s General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE). These changes are intended to simplify entry...
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and Abu Dhabi Global Market Academy (ADGMA) have announced a partnership aimed at providing training and job opportunities for UAE national graduates. This collaboration focuses on specialised tax education and hands-on training to prepare high-performing graduates for careers in taxation and related fields. The announcement was made in the presence...
Emirates Aviation University (EAU) celebrated the graduation of 288 students at its 34th ceremony held at the university’s Dubai campus. The graduates, representing a wide mix of nationalities, completed various undergraduate and postgraduate programs in fields such as aviation management, aeronautical and aerospace engineering, aviation security, and software engineering. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) announced that it hired 113 Emirati women in 2024, accounting for more than half of the 220 UAE Nationals recruited last year. The company revealed its aim to have women occupy 25% of supervisory roles by the end of 2025, with 15% of all roles targeted for women by the end...
The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) has announced the end of the extended deadline for employers to pay pension contributions for October and November 2024. This extension, which exempted employers from late payment fees, was previously communicated to federal, government, and private sector entities across the UAE. GPSSA revealed key figures for the...
The Emirates College for Advanced Education (ECAE) has reported significant milestones in 2024, including a 131% increase in student enrolment for the 2024–2025 academic year. This surge effectively doubled its student body, highlighting growing interest in its educational programs. The college also achieved a 100% employment rate for its graduates, showcasing the success of its...
Starting January 1, 2025, all private sector employees and domestic workers in the UAE must have basic health insurance coverage as part of a new government policy. This initiative, introduced by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) and approved by the UAE Cabinet in December 2024, aims to improve healthcare access, promote early...
The UAE is set to expand its support for private sector workers with three key insurance programs designed to provide financial safety, healthcare access, and job loss protection. These initiatives, implemented by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), aim to improve workplace security and employee well-being. Starting January 1, 2025, mandatory health insurance...