The trend continues & the government of Dubai has rolled out a set of new rules for Dubai concerning expats, natives & tourists.
Whether you are visiting Dubai on Dubai tourist visa, Dubai Holiday Visa or Dubai Visit Visa for holidaying or planning to relocate to Dubai as an expatriate, it is important to be aware of the rules & regulations prevalent in this desert city to avoid any potential trouble.
Therefore, we have brought you the summary of 7 new rules that have been introduced in Dubai recently.
1). The Phone Contracts: Earlier, a hefty fee was required to get a mobile connection disabled in the United Arab Emirates. The network providers were allowed to charge a monthly fee multiplied by the number of remaining months of contract.
However, that rule is set to change in 2019 according to the amendment brought in by the UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA).
According to the amendment announced by TRA on 20th March 2019, mobile users in UAE will be required to pay only one month fee to disable their mobile phone contract. As per the latest update by TRA, the amendment has been applied to the new mobile contracts, while the existing contracts will be introduced to this revision soon.
2). UAE’s Permanent Residency Scheme: UAE’s new permanent residency rule was introduced last year in the month of May to the wealthy individuals, exceptional talents & investors such as doctors, engineers, scientists, students & artists.
According to a tweet by UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed in March 2019, the UAE Cabinet had begun reviewing the applications for the long-term visas. The scheme turned out to be game-changer for Dubai’s real estate industry. According to the sources, around 6800 individuals have been issued permanent UAE residency & a “Gold Card” in the first round of applications only.
3). Obtaining a liquor License in Dubai: The process of purchasing a liquor license in Dubai has been significantly relaxed for the residents in 2019.
Earlier, a UAE Resident was required to present a NOC Letter from employer, father/husband, tenancy agreement & salary certificate displaying monthly earning of over Dhs 30,000.
However, as per the revision in this law, the residents of UAE will be required to submit copies of Emirates ID, passport, visa & a passport-size photograph. Along with these documents, the residents are required fill an online application at MMI or African + Eastern official site & make a payment of Dhs270.
The resident should be above 21 years of age & a non-Muslim. In case the application is approved, it can be collected from the selected MMI or African & Eastern store.
4). Alcohol Laws for Tourists: People traveling to Dubai on a Dubai Tourist Visa or Dubai Holiday Visa are now eligible to obtain free liquor license using which they can purchase alcohol during their stay in Dubai.
For obtaining the license, the tourists are required to visit MMI or African & Eastern Store with their original passport. They are required to fill a short form & sign an official declaration stating,
• They are not the resident of UAE &
• They will abide by the UAE’s rules & regulation regarding alcohol purchase & consumption.
A copy of passport & the entry stamp will be submitted at the store & a guideline concerning alcohol consumption will be issued to the customer.
The liquor license is valid for a period of 30 days & eligible for renewal, in case the tourist extends the stay. The process of obtaining license is free & applies to non-Muslim visitors to the UAE who are above 21 years of age.
Holiday-makers, get ready to have uninterrupted fun in Dubai with your family & friends! Let nothing stop you from extracting the most out of your stay. Fill Dubai Visa Application form today to get your Dubai Visa Online Appointment materialized.
5). Car Renewal Regulations: The rules concerning the fine repayment in line with the road safety initiative have been relaxed by the Dubai Police. Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) has been asked by Dubai Police to allow the drivers of exemplary standard to renew their car without clearing their fines.
Dubai Police Chief & Major General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri said that the drivers will be able to get their vehicle’s residents renewed, regardless of the accumulated fine amount.
6). Rules Concerning Blocking the Emergency vehicles: According to this rule, every motorist that does not make a way for the emergency vehicles will be liable for a fine of Dhs 3,000, six black points & 30-days car impoundment.
This rule has been enforced from 1st July 2019. The UAE’s Ministry of Interior has also rolled out a guideline concerning when & how the vehicles should clear the roads to make a way for the emergency vehicles.
Earlier, the defaulters were subjected to a fine of Dhs. 1000 & six black points only. The rule has been revised as some of the motorists do not give way to emergency vehicles, civil defense vehicles, ambulances & official cars.
7). Metro Cabins: Pink Metro Cabins reserved for women & children on Dubai Metro have been relocated in order to give enhanced comfort & privacy to the passengers.
The UAE’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) has decided to move the pink cabins at the one end of the Metro train. New Pink Cabins have already been relocated to the end of the train, opposite to the gold class.
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