Category Archives: Need to know

Where there’s a Will there’s a way to protect your family

Posted on March 31, 2020 by FinancialUAE

Due to changes in legislation, this article has been updated and rewritten to so please see the latest one. https://financialuae.me/2020/11/17/where-theres-a-will-theres-a-way-to-protect-your-family-november-2020/ Thank you    

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News: Tax update for expats unable to leave the UK

Posted on March 24, 2020 by FinancialUAE

HMRC (Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs) has announced that it will be giving special treatment to non-residents who are forced to stay in the UK exceeding their permitted number of days. With quite a few expats unable to leave due … Continue reading →

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Expats in The UAE & Money. 10 mistakes you want to avoid

Posted on January 21, 2020 by FinancialUAE

It is not uncommon for expats for make a few financial mistakes when they move to another country but proper planning, research and the right advice will mean you do the right things. This is a list of the most … Continue reading →

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UAE Public Holidays for 2020

Posted on December 28, 2019 by FinancialUAE

These are the official dates of public holidays for the UAE for the coming year, as well as notable dates, so you can make a note in your diary now and plan ahead. Actual days of holiday for both the … Continue reading →

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Sharia law & your money in the UAE

Posted on October 27, 2019 by FinancialUAE

Whilst most people are aware that Sharia law is the legal framework used in the GCC countries, not all expats have realised that this can affect them and their money. Did you know that on death your bank accounts and assets … Continue reading →

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News: Beneficial changes for DIFC Wills

Posted on June 26, 2019 by FinancialUAE

The DIFC Wills Service Centre (formerly called the DIFC Wills and Probate Registry) has confirmed changes to the rules (the Amendments) which will come into effect from 30th June 2019. This is good news for anyone with UAE assets. There … Continue reading →

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Ramadan in Dubai 2019 – a guide

Posted on April 27, 2019 by FinancialUAE

This is not intended to be a definitive guide to the holy month, but is a simple overview and more importantly, a ‘what not to do’ for those who are not fully aware or are new to the UAE. Ramadan … Continue reading →

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How to negotiate a rent reduction

Posted on April 17, 2019 by FinancialUAE

Most people are aware that rents are falling across the UAE so many of us will be expecting a reduction in our rent at renewal. But what if your landlord hasn’t got the message and doesn’t want to give you … Continue reading →

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Need to know: UAE Consumer Protection Regulations

Posted on April 2, 2019 by FinancialUAE

 The UAE has had legislation in place to protect consumers for quite a few years but the details are not as well known as they might be so this article is an overview of the law and your rights when … Continue reading →

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UK Spring Statement 2019 – points of relevance to expats

Posted on March 13, 2019 by FinancialUAE

The UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond, has today delivered his Spring Statement. Less formal or broad in scope than the Budget, which moved to the Autumn last year, this is not about announcements on tax or spending, but … Continue reading →

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