Excise Tax coming to Dubai, Consumables to get expensive
Consumables in Dubai will get expensive as the Excise Tax Law will come into effect from October 1st, 2017, across Dubai and other Emirates of … Read more
Cost of Living
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VAT begins to roll in Dubai, 100% tax on tobacco products and energy drinks
The Federal Tax Authority of UAE has announced a 100% tax on tobacco products and energy drinks, as well as a 50% tax on carbonated … Read more
Parents frustrated as Dubai Schools allowed a fee hike
Parents are frustrated as private schools in Dubai are allowed to rise fee up to 4.8 per cent for the next academic year. The Knowledge … Read more
Dubai taxi fares increased again within 12 months
Dubai taxi fares increased again within 12 months. Taxi commuters will now have to shell out an additional 11 fils per kilometre, while passengers heading … Read more
Mandatory Insurance Scheme in Dubai: No visas without Medical Insurance now
Residents of Dubai applying for a new visa or visa renewal must provide proof of medical insurance. When applying for a new visa or visa … Read more
Education in Dubai to get dearer as 117 private schools will increase fees this year
Education in Dubai to get dearer as 117 private schools will increase fees this year after approval from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). … Read more
No Residence Visas in Dubai without Health Insurance
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has announced that no visas will be issued or renewed for workers whose employers have not paid for their insurance. … Read more
Sewerage Fee for Dubai Residents Doubled
Dubai Municipality has doubled the sewerage fee for Dubai residents to one fils per gallon of water. The new fee will be charged from March … Read more
Dubai Municipality announces all Expat Residents of Dubai to pay Housing Fees
Dubai Municipality housing fee explained: 5% of annual rent charged to all expat residents via DEWA bills. How it's calculated, who pays, and what to do if the amount is wrong.
RTA announced minimum Nol card balance for Dubai commuters
RTA has announced minimum Nol card balance for Dubai commuters using public transportation network. Commuters with Nol cards not meeting minimum fare requirements will be … Read more
RTA drops the price bomb: Dubai Taxis will be more expensive now
Another hike in the cost of living for Dubai residents. As announced today by RTA, the flag down rates of taxis in Dubai will increase … Read more
Dubai Tram Fares announced: Tickets will be Dhs 3 from end to end
RTA has announced the fares for Dubai Tram. The tickets will cost Dhs 3 irrespective of the distance travelled. The 10.6-km tramway, which is on … Read more