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Qatar Revises Work Permit and Labour Service Fees: What Employers Need to Know

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Qatar introduced standardized fees for work permit, recruitment licence, and document attestation to streamline labour administration. The reform enhances transparency, simplifies compliance, and supports a more efficient and predictable business environment.

What to Do After VAT Registration in the UAE: A Practical Guide for Newly Registered Companies

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We provide an overview of the essential steps and best practices companies must follow after completing VAT registration in the UAE, drawing on current FTA guidance and practical insights from tax professionals.

End-Of-Service Gratuity in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain

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End-of-service gratuity (EOSG) remains a cornerstone of employee compensation and protection frameworks across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Transfer Pricing Essentials for Saudi Arabia Subsidiaries

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The transfer pricing regime in Saudi Arabia now applies to both tax and zakat payers. ZATCA requires disclosure forms, Master and Local Files, and compliance with arm’s length standards.

Establishing a Representative Office in Saudi Arabia

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Establishing a representative office in Saudi Arabia can help foreign firms to conduct market research and liaison activities.

UAE Launches Mandatory E-Invoicing System: What Businesses and Practitioners Need to Know

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The UAE has officially rolled out its e-invoicing system. The country’s first unified digital invoicing framework, defines the legal, technical, and operational parameters for mandatory e-invoicing, positioning the UAE among global frontrunners in tax digitalization.

UAE’s New Media Law Overview: What Media Companies and Influencers Need to Know

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The UAE’s new media law introduces a unified regulatory framework with dual licensing for influencers and AI-driven content monitoring.

Oman’s SPF Social Security Employer Registration and Contributions

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Oman’s SPF brings together social security and pension schemes, requiring employers to register, report wages, pay monthly contributions.

What is the Restructuring Process in the UAE?

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Restructuring process rules in the UAE manage corporate distress through preventive settlement, restructuring plans, and bankruptcy cases.

Profit Repatriation from Saudi Arabia: Tax and Ownership Rules

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Foreign companies in Saudi Arabia, sending overseas profit back to parent company, must tread profit repatriation rules covering corporate tax, withholding obligations, and other regulatory approvals.

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