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Working on public holidays in UAE? What employees need to know about compensatory days off

Working on public holidays in UAE? What employees need to know about compensatory days off

A KT reader who worked on a public holiday, asked how they can avail their compensatory off

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UAE-Oman travel: Road tripping this National Day weekend? Here's how to get car insurance and why you need it

UAE-Oman travel: Road tripping this National Day weekend? Here's how to get car insurance and why you need it

A trip to the Sultanate by car is favoured as it is affordable

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School bus rules in UAE: Full list of safety regulations for parents, drivers, students

School bus rules in UAE: Full list of safety regulations for parents, drivers, students

These are some of the rules mandated by the Ministry of Education, transport and education authorities

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UAE driver's licence: People of which countries can skip test, drive with home permit?

UAE driver's licence: People of which countries can skip test, drive with home permit?

This initiative aims to simplify mobility for expats and tourists, reduce waiting times, and promote international compatibility in driving standards

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UAE: Can employers deduct employee's salary for absence due to heavy rains?

UAE: Can employers deduct employee's salary for absence due to heavy rains?

What happens if the employee fails to perform his duties due to circumstances beyond his control?

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Volunteering in UAE can get you a Golden Visa; here's where to apply

Volunteering in UAE can get you a Golden Visa; here's where to apply

A guide on the different platforms in the Emirates where you can register for volunteering, donating and other initiatives

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UAE Golden Visa for employees with Dh30,000 salary: How to apply, eligibility guide

UAE Golden Visa for employees with Dh30,000 salary: How to apply, eligibility guide

The long-term residency programme also targets investors, talented individuals and leaders across various fields, including science, knowledge, and sports

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UAE: Four types of residency visas that allow expats to work

UAE: Four types of residency visas that allow expats to work

The expat community is growing rapidly in the Emirates, which attributed to residence visa changes and civil law reforms

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UAE Golden Visa: Exclusive benefits for long-term residents, support for expats

UAE Golden Visa: Exclusive benefits for long-term residents, support for expats

Residency permits are valid for either 5 or 10 years, depending on different categories for expats to live, work, invest, and study in the Emirates

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UAE: Travelling for Umrah? How to get mandatory vaccine; health tips to stay safe

UAE: Travelling for Umrah? How to get mandatory vaccine; health tips to stay safe

Travellers are advised to take the vaccination 10 days before travelling in order to build immunity against the disease

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