Advocate Rani Shiji, UAE

29/05/2026

Employment Visa Cancelled…
Can U Still Drive in UAE?

YES-generally, if your UAE Driving licence is still valid, you can legally DRIVE in the UAE even after your Employment visa is cancelled and you are on a Visit Visa.

♦️IMPORTANT POINTS:
📍Your UAE licence remains usable until its expiry date.
📍Your Visa cancellation does not automatically cancel the Driving Licence.

🔖Make sure:
📍Your licence is Valid,
📍Vehicle registration is Valid,
📍 Insurance is Active.

👁️REMEMBER:
⭐The driving Licence cannot renew without a valid Residence visa and Emirates ID.
⭐Some Insurance policies may depend on the Residency status, so it is advisable to confirm with the Insurer.

Advocate Rani Shiji
056 934 9794

26/05/2026

21/05/2026

SALARY RULES UPDATE FROM JUNE 1, 2026

The UAE has implemented stricter Salary Payment Rules for Private Sector Companies under updated Wage Protection System (WPS) regulations effective June 1, 2026, to ensure timely Salary payments and enhance Payroll transparency

♦️Private sector employers must pay salaries through the official WPS or another MOHRE-approved system. Salaries should generally be transferred at the beginning of the following month.

♦️Delay beyond 15 days is considered a violation.
📍If salary is not paid within 15 days from the due date, the employer is considered non-compliant under UAE Labour regulations.

♦️Penalties for Companies delaying salaries
Authorities may impose escalating penalties, including:
📍Suspension of new Work permits.
📍Administrative Fines.
📍Downgrading Company classification.
📍Referral to Public Prosecution in Serious cases.
📍Some reports mention fines of up to AED 5,000 per affected Employee, subject to limits and Case circumstances.

👁️Remember: From January 1, 2026, Emirati Employees in the Private sector must receive a minimum monthly salary of AED 6,000. Employers were required to update existing Contracts by June 30, 2026.

Advocate Rani Shiji
056 934 9794

15/05/2026

EID AL ADHA SCAM ALERT

♦Fake Sacrificial Animal Offers Increasing→Scammers are using Social media and Messaging apps to advertise fake Eid Livestock deals at unrealistically low prices.

♦“Too Good To Be True” Deals Can Be Fraud→Many attractive Eid offers are carefully designed SCAMS intended to steal money from Buyers.

♦Deal Only With Licensed Sellers→Residents are advised to purchase sacrificial animals only from licensed and verified Suppliers or trusted Platforms.

♦Avoid Personal Bank Transfers→Never send payments to personal accounts or unknown individuals. Use Secure and Traceable payment methods only.

♦Stay Alert &Verify Before Paying→Check Seller authenticity, review Social media Accounts carefully, and avoid suspicious LINKS or rushed transactions.

Advocate Rani Shiji
056 934 9794

12/05/2026

EMIRATISATION 2026–KNOW THE UPDATE

♦️More Emirati Hiring Required
📍Private companies with 50+ Employees must increase Emirati hiring in skilled jobs by 2% in 2026 (1% by June 30 + 1% by Dec 31).

♦️June 30 Deadline Matters
📍Companies must meet the first 1% target by 30 June 2026 or face financial Penalties from 1 July.

♦️Smaller Companies Also Covered
📍Certain Private firms with 20–49 Employees in selected sectors must hire at least one UAE national and maintain compliance.

♦️Fake Hiring = Serious Penalties
📍“Paper hiring,” Ghost employees, or Fake Emiratisation can lead to heavy Fines and Business restrictions.

Advocate Rani Shiji
056 934 9794

10/05/2026

LOVE PETS?
KNOW THE RULES

📍Dogs,Cats,Birds,Fish,and Rabbits are generally allowed in UAE. Wild/Exotic animals are prohibited.

📍Dogs and Cats must be Microchipped and have Up-to-date Vaccinations (including Rabies).

📍Official registration through approved Veterinary/Municipality systems is required. Registration normally links:Your Emirates ID, Contact details, Pet Microchip number, Vaccination record, Pet details (Breed, Colour, Age, S*x)

📍Check and follow building or Community policies, use a LEASH in Public, and clean up after your pet.

📍Provide proper care. Abandonment,Cruelty,or Neglect is a serious offence under UAE Animal Welfare Laws.

♦️*Remember:*
📍Keeping prohibited animals can lead to Confiscation, Fines, and Criminal Penalties under UAE law.

👁️*Legal pet ownership in UAE means:*
Microchip→Vaccinate→Register→Follow housing/Public rules→Proper care.

Advocate Rani Shiji
056 934 9794

08/05/2026

OUTSIDE UAE FOR 180+ DAYS?
KNOW THE 2026 RULES

📍Residents outside UAE for 180+ days apply for a Permit to Return (Approval required).

📍Application must be submitted while outside UAE with a valid reason (Medical, Study, Work, Emergency, etc.)

📍Residence visa should have more than 30 days validity at the time of application.

📍Applicable fees/Fines may apply. Once approved, enter UAE within 30 days.

📍Golden Visa holders and some exempt categories (students, medical cases, official assignments, etc.) may not be affected by the 180-day rule.

Advocate Rani Shiji
056 934 9794

04/05/2026

*“UAE SECOND/PART TIME JOB-ELIGIBILITY”*

*Eligible Persons in the UAE may include*:
📍Private sector Employees (with valid Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation Permit).
📍Students (subject to Visa/Work rules).
📍Freelancers (with valid License/Permit).
📍Golden Visa holders.
📍Dependents/Family-sponsored Visa holders (with Work Approval).

👁️*Remember*: Second/Part time job is legal only with the correct Permit/Authorization.

Advocate
Rani Shiji
056 934 9794