Kuwait Implements Electronic Traffic Fine System via Mobile App

Kuwait Implements Electronic Traffic Fine System via Mobile App

Starting from September 1, traffic fines in Kuwait will be issued electronically through a mobile application, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Interior. The decision, made under the directives of the Minister of Interior, aims to promote transparency, deter reckless driving, and efficiently regulate traffic. Motorists were informed about this change through a post shared on the X platform (formerly known as Twitter).

Dubai 10X: 33 Government Entities Submit 79 Proposals for Future-Ready City

Dubai 10X: 33 Government Entities Submit 79 Proposals for Future-Ready City

The Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced that 33 government entities in Dubai have put forward 79 project ideas for the third cycle of the Dubai 10X initiative. Launched under the guidance of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees at DFF, Dubai 10X aims to enhance government services and foster a forward-thinking mindset among public sector employees.

UAE visit visa available online

UAE visit visa available online

Visitors in the UAE can download their entry permit online through the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) official services platform – smartservices.icp.gov.ae. Picture used for illustrative purposes.

Am I eligible for visa-free entry to the UAE? Here’s how to find out.

UAE Achieves Record Non-Oil Foreign Trade of $338 Billion in First Half

UAE Achieves Record Non-Oil Foreign Trade of $338 Billion in First Half

The UAE's non-oil foreign trade reached an unprecedented value of AED 1.24 trillion ($337.6 billion) in the first half of 2023, marking a 14.4% year-on-year increase. This surge was driven by a remarkable 22% growth in non-oil exports with the country's top 10 trading partners during the same period. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, expressed confidence that the UAE's non-oil foreign trade would surpass AED 2.5 trillion this year and achieve the target of AED 4 trillion by 2031.

UAE 30-Day eVisa for GCC Residents

UAE 30-Day eVisa for GCC Residents

Dubai: If you reside in any of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and plan to visit the UAE for leisure or business purposes, you can easily apply for a 30-day eVisa online. The eVisa application for GCC residents can be accessed through the official online services platform of the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (ICP) at smartservices.icp.gov.ae. Here are all the necessary details:

UAE Small Businesses Can Benefit from Tax Relief and Simplified Returns

UAE Small Businesses Can Benefit from Tax Relief and Simplified Returns

In a recent move, the UAE government has introduced the Small Business Relief (SBR) to support small businesses in managing corporate tax requirements. This privilege is exclusively available to resident taxable individuals, both natural and juridical, with a gross business income of up to Dh3 million in the relevant tax period and any previous tax periods ending on or before December 31, 2026.