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Financial Crime Investigations In The UAE: What Companies And Directors Should Know

Financial crime investigations in the UAE are subject to a strict legal and regulatory framework, including Federal Decree-Law No. 10 of 2025 on Combating Money Laundering Crimes, Combating the Financing of Terrorism...

United Arab Emirates Criminal

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy

An Analysis Of The UAE’s AML/CFT Institutional Framework And Enforcement Regime

The United Arab Emirates has established a comprehensive legal framework to combat Money Laundering (ML), Terrorism Financing (TF), and Proliferation Financing (PF) that aligns with international norms and FATF guidance.

United Arab Emirates Criminal

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy

The UAE Aerospace And Defence Rulebook: Why This Market Rewards Prepared Entrants And Punishes Casual Ones

The United Arab Emirates is no longer simply a strong aviation market. It is building a legal and industrial ecosystem for civil aviation, drones, defence technology and next-generation aerospace.

United Arab Emirates Transport

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HAS Law Firm

Building Through The Storm: Force Majeure, Worker Safety & Contractual Preservation In The UAE Construction Industry

The escalation of the US Israel Iran conflict since late February 2026 has disrupted regional airspace, logistics corridors and insurance markets, and has raised immediate questions about the safety and mobility of construction labour in and out of the UAE.

United Arab Emirates Government

HM

Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Practical Guide: Finding The Best Criminal Defense Lawyer

United Arab Emirates Criminal

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy

Federal Decree By Law No. (10) Of 2025 Regarding Anti-Money Laundering, And Combating The Financing Of Terrorism And Proliferation Financing

United Arab Emirates Government

DV

Dolce Vita Advisors

What VARA's Latest Circular Means For VASPs: Integrating The UAE's National Risk Assessment Into Practice

United Arab Emirates Government

TLP Advisors

The New UAE AML Law 2025: Key Amendments And Compliance Obligations For VASPs

United Arab Emirates Government

TLP Advisors

From FAFT Grey List To Vara Compliance: How The UAE Strengthened Its AML/CFT Framework For A Digital Future

United Arab Emirates Government

DV

Dolce Vita Advisors

Understanding The New Civil Defence Authority And Its Regulations (Video)

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

European Commission Removes Gibraltar And The UAE From 'High-risk' List

United Arab Emirates Government

TS

The Sovereign Group

Regulations On Virtual Assets To Counter Proliferation Financing And Prevent Money Laundering (Video)

United Arab Emirates Technology

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Key Laws That Combat Money Laundering And Terrorism Financing In UAE Business (Video)

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Non-Compliance In AML/CFT Rules: Company Fined For AED 1.2 Million (Video)

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Trust vs. Foundation: Key Differences In Wealth Planning (Video)

United Arab Emirates Wealth Mgt

CA

Cavenwell Group

Dubai’s Derivatives Framework: VARA Is Now Open For Crypto Futures, Perps, Options And CFDs

United Arab Emirates Finance

TLP Advisors

The Growing Importance Of AML, And UBO Compliance For UAE Businesses

United Arab Emirates Commercial

IMC Group

What Does The 15% Domestic Minimum Tax In The UAE Mean For Multinational Structures In 2026?

United Arab Emirates Commercial

IMC Group

Increased Sophistication In ‘Forward Fee’ And Financing Scams: Red Flags And Practical Mitigation Steps

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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Bracewell

Understanding AML Obligations And Risk Indicators For Real Estate Companies In The UAE

In recent years, the UAE's real estate sector has come under heightened scrutiny from regulators seeking to combat money laundering and terrorism financing.

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

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Al Tamimi & Company

What Are The New Laws For Carrying Sharp Tools In The Country (Video)

The United Arab Emirates has recently introduced changes to its criminal law that now ban the carrying of sharp objects or tools.

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr. Hassan Elhais

Understanding The New Civil Defence Authority And Its Regulations

The UAE has issued a new civil defence law which is governed by federal decree-law No. (35) of 2024 on the reorganization of the civil defence authority.

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr. Hassan Elhais

Regulations And Restrictions On Carrying Cash, Jewellery, And Alcohol While Traveling In The UAE

Travelling to the UAE requires awareness of specific customs rules and regulations regarding cash, jewellery, and alcohol to ensure a smooth travel experience.

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Further Enhancements To AML Governance In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Government

HP

Hadef & Partners

UAE Tightens Anti-Money Laundering Laws, Forms New Committees To Fight Financial Crime

United Arab Emirates Government

BA

BSA Law

UAE Removed From The FATF's Grey List

United Arab Emirates Government

HL

Hogan Lovells (Middle East) LLP

Key Laws That Combat Money Laundering And Terrorism Financing In UAE Business

United Arab Emirates Criminal

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Regulating Unlicensed Virtual Asset Providers: A Comprehensive Guide

United Arab Emirates Technology

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

The UAE Welcomes Its Removal From The FATF Grey List

United Arab Emirates Government

HS

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

The UAE's Removal From FATF Grey List: A Victory Of Public-Private Partnership And Promising Economic Prospects

United Arab Emirates Compliance

BA

BSA Law

Do Financial Advisors In The UAE Need Licenses To Sell Investments?

United Arab Emirates Finance

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

UAE Poised For FATF Grey List Removal In February 2024

United Arab Emirates Government

TS

The Sovereign Group

Overview Of The DNFBP AML Requirements In The UAE With A Specific Focus On Real Estate Brokers

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

BA

BSA Law

The UAE's Removal From FATF Grey List: A Victory Of Public-Private Partnership And Promising Economic Prospects

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) achieved a significant milestone on February 23, 2024, as it was removed from the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) "Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring" list...

United Arab Emirates Compliance

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BSA Law

Do Financial Advisors In The UAE Need Licenses To Sell Investments?

In the dynamic world of finance, where businesses seek expert guidance on budgeting, debt management, and fundraising, financial advisors play an essential role.

United Arab Emirates Finance

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

UAE Poised For FATF Grey List Removal In February 2024

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog, confirmed on 27 October that the United Arab Emirates ...

United Arab Emirates Government

TS

The Sovereign Group

Overview Of The DNFBP AML Requirements In The UAE With A Specific Focus On Real Estate Brokers

In the context of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the term "DNFBP" refers to Designated Non-Financial Business or Profession. DNFBPs are businesses or professions...

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

BA

BSA Law

What Are The New Guidance And Updates On Money Laundering In UAE?

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Niall Hearty, Of Financial Crime Specialists Rahman Ravelli, Considers The Implications Of The UAE Being Monitored Due To Money Laundering Failings

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) could be placed on a "grey list'' of nations because of its failure to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing.

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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Rahman Ravelli Solicitors

Dubai's Recently Established Money Laundering Court Explained

The following article was originally published for BSA in Arabian Business and discusses the implications of the Dubai Courts' specialised money laundering court.

United Arab Emirates Finance

BA

BSA Law

What Are The Recent Developments Of Anti Money Laundering In The UAE?

The UAE continuously tightens its rules and regulations concerning anti-money laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing.

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

What Is The Full List Of Fines For Money Laundering In The UAE?

The UAE Ministry of Economy has announced the list of penalties for violations of the laws relating to money laundering and terrorism financing.

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

New Requirements For UAE Companies Under Updated Targeted Financial Sanctions Guidance

United Arab Emirates International

AG

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

The UAE Is Introducing Tighter Restrictions On Gold And Other Assets

United Arab Emirates Criminal

RR

Rahman Ravelli Solicitors

Activities That Can Constitute Cybercrime In UAE

United Arab Emirates Criminal

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Corporate Compliance Update: New Provisions Regarding Real Beneficiaries / Ultimate Beneficial Owners (Cabinet Decision No. 58 Of 2020)

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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SCHLÜTER GRAF Legal Consultants

Providers Of Hawala Services In The UAE Have Been Made To Register As The State Looks To Prevent Money Laundering

United Arab Emirates Government

RR

Rahman Ravelli Solicitors

Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act, 2018-USA

Worldwide Government

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STA Law Firm

What If Someone Files A Fake Cheque Case Against You?

United Arab Emirates Criminal

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Counter-Terrorism Bill 2019: Australia

United Arab Emirates Government

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STA Law Firm

UAE Chapter On Sanctions

United Arab Emirates International

BA

BSA Law

Legal Considerations In An Increasingly Diverse Defence Market

United Arab Emirates Government

BA

BSA Law

A Global Purview Of Counter-Terrorism Efforts

Worldwide Government

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STA Law Firm

Cybercrime New Amendment Law In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Criminal

BA

BSA Law

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Regulations On Virtual Assets To Counter Proliferation Financing And Prevent Money Laundering (Video)

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Dr. Hassan Elhais

Key Laws That Combat Money Laundering And Terrorism Financing In UAE Business (Video)

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Dr. Hassan Elhais

Non-Compliance In AML/CFT Rules: Company Fined For AED 1.2 Million (Video)

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Dr. Hassan Elhais

What Are The New Laws For Carrying Sharp Tools In The Country (Video)

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Dr. Hassan Elhais

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