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Top 5 Industries in the UAE for 2024
29. August 2024
With over half the year already behind us, the UAE continues to stand out as among the largest economies in the MENA region. The World Bank projects a 3.9 percent GDP growth, which is expected to incr…
UAE Inheritance Law for Non-Muslims
20. August 2024
Non-Muslim foreigners living in the UAE are strongly encouraged to register their wills to protect their family and assets. A will represents a person’s final wishes for asset distribution upon their …
Advantages of Establishing Your Startup in the UAE
26. July 2024
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a hotspot for entrepreneurial ventures, characterized by a thriving startup ecosystem that has garnered attention on the global stage. The nation’s forwar…
UAE’s Strategies to Attract and Retain Global Talent
16. July 2024
For its global talent competitiveness, UAE has achieved international distinction and ranked 22nd on Insead’s Global Talent Competitiveness Index 2023 emerging as the highest-ranking Arab country that…
UAE’s Roadmap to the Future
04. July 2024
A visionary leader is someone who not only has ambitious dreams for the nation’s future but also possesses the strategic foresight, political will, and administrative acumen to turn these dreams into …
Enhancing Intellectual Property Rights in the UAE
12. June 2024
In an effort to fortify innovation and safeguard intellectual property (IP) rights, the Ministry of Economy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently introduced a range of initiatives aimed at im…
Ras al Khaimah Rising: Latest Developments Revealed
31. May 2024
Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), the northernmost emirate of the UAE, is making significant progress and achieving groundbreaking milestones that are reshaping its landscape and boosting its global status. Unlik…
Anti-discrimination Laws for the UAE’s labor sector
22. May 2024
Overview
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has established a comprehensive legal framework to combat employment discrimination and harassment, fostering a work environment that prioritizes tolerance, eq…
Key Provisions on the New Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy Law
09. May 2024
On October 31, 2023, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) approved Federal Decree-Law No. 51 of 2023 concerning Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy, thereby replacing Federal Decree-Law No. 9 of 2016 on …
UAE Exits FATF ‘Gray List’
27. February 2024
Introduction
Last Friday marked a significant development as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) dropped UAE from its ‘gray list’. Initially added to the list in March 2022, this move prompted…
The New UAE E-commerce Law
23. February 2024
Introduction
The Ministry of Economy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued Federal Decree-Law No. 14 of 2023 on Commerce through Modern Means of Technology (e-commerce). Tradeling predicts tha…
Law No. (12) of 2023 On Regulation of Real Estate Development in Ras Al Khaimah
24. January 2024
I. Introduction
On August 21, 2023, Law No. (12) of 2023 was enacted by the Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, establishing the criteria and responsibilities governing real estate development within the Emirat…
Resolving Rental Disputes in the UAE
05. January 2024
Rental disputes in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are not uncommon, given the dynamic and rapidly growing real estate market in the region. According to Statista’s report, the residential real estate …
Global Unity in Action: Key Takeaways from COP28
29. December 2023
The successful hosting of the 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the UNFCCC by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) represents a pivotal moment in the global effort against climate chang…
Know Your Rights: Updates to the UAE Consumer Protection Law
30. November 2023
Cabinet Decision No. 66 of 2023, addressing the Executive Regulation of Federal Law No. 15 of 2020 on Consumer Protection, officially took effect on October 14, 2023 (Executive Regulation). The Minist…
Ras Al Khaimah’s Journey towards Sustainability
08. November 2023
Nestled on the northernmost tip of the United Arab Emirates, Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) is making significant strides towards a sustainable future. This emirate, often overshadowed by its glitzy neighbors, …
Is the UAE a Safe Place to Live?
25. October 2023
When it comes to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), you may find yourself wondering, “Is the UAE a safe country?” The public’s diverse views of the Emirates are often influenced by hearsay, cultural st…
Tech Meets Law: How AI is Reshaping the UAE’s Legal Landscape
18. October 2023
As the digital revolution continues to shape industries across the globe, the legal profession is not immune to its transformative powers. Artificial Intelligence (AI), once thought of as science fict…
The Rise of Sustainable Business Practices in the UAE
04. October 2023
The global movement towards sustainability has taken the business world by storm, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is no exception. In recent years, the UAE has made significant strides in adopting …
UAE Holiday Home Investments
30. August 2023
The UAE’s tourism industry is a powerhouse, drawing in millions of visitors each year. From the iconic cityscape of Dubai to the cultural treasures of Abu Dhabi and the pristine beaches of Ras Al Khai…
8 Etiquette Tips When Doing Business in the UAE
23. August 2023
In the realm of global business, understanding cultural nuances is just as important as smart decisions. This holds especially true in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where tradition blends with moder…
Innovate, Comply, Thrive: Legal Challenges for UAE Startups
16. August 2023
The dynamic business environment of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become a nurturing hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. This environment is supported by the UAE government’s active backing …
Understanding Employer Responsibilities in the UAE
09. August 2023
In the UAE, the diverse workforce, consisting of locals and expatriates, plays a significant role in the thriving economy. Robust labor laws have been established to ensure fairness and harmony in the…
From Brick to Click – UAE’s E-commerce Boom
02. August 2023
Introduction
Over the past decade, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its retail landscape, with the emergence of e-commerce and digital retail taking center …
Women’s Empowerment in the UAE: Progress and Challenges in Achieving Gender Equality
26. July 2023
Introduction
Gender equality and women’s empowerment have been significant focal points in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the nation strives to build an inclusive society. Over the years, the UAE …
Smart Cities in the UAE: Pioneering Sustainable Urban Development through Technology
20. July 2023
Introduction
Smart cities are emerging as a global trend in urban development, aiming to improve the quality of life for residents while addressing the challenges posed by rapid urbanization. The Uni…
Solar power for EUR 1 cent per kWh in the UAE & Saudi Arabia – threat or opportunity for Europe’s economy?
12. July 2023
While in Europe the price of electricity is constantly reaching new heights due to the expansion of renewable energies and price increases for fossil energies, solar parks are being built in the deser…
Growing Towards Sustainability: Advancing Agricultural Practices in the UAE
06. July 2023
Hydrofarms, Plant-based Meat & Blueberries grown in the Desert
The National Food Security Strategy 2051 of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was launched in November 2018 by the Emirates Council for…
The New UAE Corporate Tax Law
31. May 2023
On 9 December 2022, Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 was issued on the Taxation of Corporations and Businesses (the “Corporate Tax Law”). While we expect that other taxes and higher rates will fo…
Trademark Registration in the UAE
17. May 2023
A brand is an invaluable asset. Companies usually invest a lot of time and money in the design, development and maintenance of a brand. If an entrepreneur uses a logo for his goods and services in the…
Ras Al Khaimah: Tourism and Real Estate Investment Destination
03. May 2023
Ras Al Khaimah is quickly becoming a top destination for savvy investors from around the world. From luxury resorts and high-end residential properties to adventurous outdoor activities and historical…
UAE Mars 2117 Project: Towards the First Human Settlement on Mars
25. April 2023
Move over Hollywood, the UAE’s Mars 2117 project is bringing to life a real-life space odyssey that is set to rival even the most epic sci-fi blockbusters. The Mars 2117 Project is a UAE initiative …
UAE Economic Outlook for 2023: Strong and Steady
17. February 2023
Overview
The United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates and is one of the world’s most stable and prosperous economies. It has achieved significant economic growth over the past decade,…
Business banking in the UAE
09. February 2023
Opening a business bank account is one of the most important tasks in starting a business in the UAE. In the Emirates, you can open a bank account for mainland, free zone, or offshore companies. For…
An overview of the UAE’s Wages Protection System
01. February 2023
Since 2009, the United Arab Emirate’s Wages Protection System (Ministerial Decree No. 788 of 2009) has been an important part of the country’s labor system. A Wages Protection System (WPS) refers to e…
Growing Investor Optimism in the United Arab Emirates
26. January 2023
The United Arab Emirates is a major economic player in the Middle East, boasting one of the most dynamic and booming economies in the region. As a result, investor confidence is expected to remain hig…
Investing in Real Estate in the UAE: What you need to know before making a move
18. January 2023
Purchasing property in the United Arab Emirates is a great way to invest in the country’s real estate market, whether you’re looking to buy, rent, or develop a property. With a number of opportunities…
Team Introduction – Rita Kaufmann
10. January 2023
New Year…New Team Member!
It’s a pleasure to welcome 2023 and introduce you to our new Legal Counsel, Rita Kaufmann.
Rita has a background in corporate and commercial law with expertise in interna…
Will registration for non-Muslim expats in the UAE
08. December 2022
Non-Muslim foreigners living in the UAE are strongly encouraged to register their wills to protect their family and assets. Wills or testaments represent a person’s final wishes on how they want their…
Newsletter November 2022
05. December 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
In the 17 years of our activity in the UAE we are experiencing the highest volume of economic emigration from Europe. Up to 5 entrepreneurs a day contact us for advice on ex…
Strohal Legal Group and Alexander & Partner announce Strategic Cooperation
18. November 2022
It is with great pleasure that we announce a strategic cooperation between Strohal Legal Group and Alexander & Partner Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbB.
A&P is a well-known international Germa…
Newsletter October 2022
03. November 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
The digitalization of business continues. More and more services are offered online, which is probably also a result of the two-year pandemic with many people being forced t…
Our top 5 Free Zone recommendations
11. October 2022
The UAE has established itself as a major international business hub and is known as the trade and commerce destination in the Middle East. It offers a dynamic business environment for expanding or st…
M&A DEAL NEWS: SLG advises Erich Erber on USD 40m investment into Sterner Group AS
07. October 2022
Jakob Kisser, Managing Partner of Strohal Legal Consultants, UAE, has acted as sole legal advisor to Austrian entrepreneur Erich Erber, founder and owner of SAN Group, in connection with a NOK 350m pr…
Newsletter September 2022
05. October 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
It is interesting to read that Arab youth have already chosen the UAE as their favorite country for 11 years. Ultimately, it is the youth, who will shape our future and on…
Dubai – Among the top corporate nomad destinations
15. September 2022
With the office evolving to a new, flexible model, executive nomads have considered looking for destinations where they can both work and have the lifestyle of their dreams. According to Harvard Busin…
Newsletter August 2022
01. September 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
The economic forecasts are for fair weather. The COVID pent-up demand is yielding results, with growth forecasts in the Middle and the Far East of 3 to 7%.
There is also so…
Top 5 challenges of doing business in the UAE
30. August 2022
The UAE has become a business hub for investors looking for a central location for international expansion. UAE’s favorable tax structure, simple legal framework, and business-friendly atmosphere make…
Investment opportunities in the UAE
22. August 2022
Currently ranking 4th in the 2021 Best Countries to Invest In, the UAE is regarded as one of the world’s top investment destinations. It has a thriving international market, tax-friendly policies, and…
UAE’s latest labour regulations
12. August 2022
The UAE continues to promote new priority sectors and boost its competitiveness and attractiveness so as to be among the world’s most active economies. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisat…
Dubai’s real estate momentum continues in 2022
05. August 2022
A record number of transactions worth AED 114.5 billion were recorded in the first half of 2022 for the Dubai real estate market. June 2022 surpassed a 13-year record for sales volume, with over 41 pe…
Newsletter July 2022
01. August 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
I spent the last few weeks in Europe and sounded out the sensitivities a bit. Central and southern Europeans showed different positions on the economic and political outlook…
UAE: Attractive M&A hotspot in 2022
25. July 2022
Merger and acquisition transactions in H1 2022 in the UAE summed up to $12 billion, an increase of 88 % over the same period in 2021 (Refinitiv’s Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Investment Bank…
Ras Al Khaimah – World-class destination for leisure, business travels and our Headquarters
20. July 2022
Ras Al Khaimah is a 45-minute drive north of Dubai and is considered the UAE’s 4th largest Emirate. It features a 64-kilometer coastline, lush mangroves, a beautiful desert landscape, rich culture, …
Team Introduction – Meet our Paralegal and Office Administrator Lester Migano
15. July 2022
Team member introduction.
Many of our clients might know Lester Migano for his unlimited energy and support during their company establishments and visa applications in the UAE already. Lester joined…
Top 7 reasons why Dubai is one of the best cities to live in and work for expats
13. July 2022
Dubai is one of the most popular expat destinations in the world. UAE ranks 6th out of 52 countries for expatriates to live and work according to InterNations’ Expat Insider 2022 survey. The city is a…
UAE introduces its plans for a Circular Economy
07. July 2022
UAE Circular Economy Policy 2021-2031, adopted in January 2021, establishes a comprehensive framework to attain sustainable management and effective use of natural resources in the UAE, through regene…
Newsletter June 2022
04. July 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
The world keeps turning. We don’t want to hear about millions of refugees, the death of thousands of civilians, the destruction of entire cities. Or about political opportun…
MOHRE: New classification of private companies
21. June 2022
On June 1, 2022, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MOHRE) announced the new classification system for establishments in the private sector. It classifies companies into three categori…
The all-new Emirates ID: Photo guidelines & Features
14. June 2022
The Emirates ID will be used as primary proof of residency as an expatriate and visa stickers on passports have been eliminated. These changes have taken effect as of April 11, 2022. Here is a quick g…
In a nutshell: Ras Al Khaimah’s growth and development Q1
07. June 2022
UAE’s northernmost emirate has been making headlines since the start of 2022. Ras Al Khaimah has already accomplished a lot in Q1 alone. The government continues to support its resident and the busi…
Newsletter May 2022
31. May 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
The trade mission to Cambodia was a resounding success, not only for the participants but also for the emerging market of the country. The fact that the small Austrian deleg…
All you need to know about Entry and Residency Permits in the UAE
27. May 2022
As part of its efforts to reinforce the UAE’s reputation as a desirable destination to live, work, and invest in, the UAE has recently approved executive regulations of the Federal Decree-Law on Entry…
SLG Newsletter April 2022
12. May 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
The rosy future lies ahead of us? Are we sure of that after the last 2 1/2 years and what is still to come? We have left some things behind us, at least the fear of pandemic…
What’s new in Ras Al Khaimah?
06. May 2022
Ras Al Khaimah has successfully built a place in the region, and soon the world. Thanks to its strategic geographical location, tourism initiatives, ease of doing business, industrial-strength, and af…
Dubai’s real estate market continues to grow in 2022
27. April 2022
Property transactions in 2021 totaled 84,772 and were worth 300 billion AED. A total of 52,415 investors acquired 72,207 new properties in the emirate. According to the annual transaction report issue…
Jakob Kisser talks about the UAE as the “Destination of the Future” at the GEC Business Breakfast Event
19. April 2022
Last week, our UAE Managing Partner Jakob Kisser presented at the German Emirates Club Business Breakfast in Dubai about the UAE as the “Destination of the Future”.
Jakob gave an overview of the fasc…
M&A boom in MENA gets close to $100 billion
14. April 2022
Middle East and North Africa M&A deals rise by 66% in 2021 amid economic recovery with UAE and Saudi Arabia leading the surge with energy and tech sectors according to EY MENA M&A Insights rep…
Podcast: INVESTIEREN UND LEBEN IN DEN NÖRDLICHEN EMIRATEN & RAS AL KHAIMAH
08. April 2022
Our Managing Partner, Jakob Kisser, participated as a guest speaker in a (German language) podcast organized by STM Corporate Group in which he shared his experiences on doing business in the Northern…
Expo 2020: Impact on the UAE economy
07. April 2022
182 days, 192 countries, and over 22 million visitors. As Expo 2020 came to a close on 31 March, it brought the world together in this historical event that showcased innovation and collaboration. It …
Newsletter March 2022
30. March 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
There is war in Europe again. That should make us think. The millions who have to leave their homes should be a warning to us. The philosophy that it takes chaos to create o…
UAE approves crowdfunding activity for public and private sectors
29. March 2022
The UAE Cabinet has approved crowdfunding activity for both the public and private sectors to assist small and medium-sized enterprises access funds to grow their business and finance new innovative b…
UAE e-commerce market valued at over $5bn in 2021
22. March 2022
According to a new report by EZDubai and Euromonitor International, e-commerce in the UAE reached just over $5 billion in 2021 and is expected to exceed $8 billion by 2025. As of 2021, the total mark…
Ras Al Khaimah-based real estate development and investment company Al Hamra to invest AED 1 Billion on development campaigns
17. March 2022
Al Hamra has outlined an ambitious five-year (2023-2027) roadmap for driving sustained growth through strategic developments, in accordance with the vision of Ras Al Khaimah’s leadership to develop …
Dubai issues Virtual Asset Regulation Law
11. March 2022
Dubai adopted its first Virtual Asset Regulation Law. The provisions of this law are applicable throughout the Emirate, including special development zones and free zones, except for the Dubai Interna…
Newsletter February 2022
02. March 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
This newsletter was ready to be sent out on 23 February. Then came the 24th. With that, all usually reported topics sank into obscurity.
Decades of peace and safety in most…
SLG ADVISED ON LANDMARK SUSTAINABILITY PROJECT IN THE UAE
24. February 2022
SLG advised Austrian entrepreneur Erich Erber and his SAN Group on this landmark sustainability project.
As one of the first European companies SAN Group invests around AED 12 million into a susta…
Newsletter January 2022
01. February 2022
Dear Friends and Clients,
First of all, may I wish you a happy, successful and healthy New Year on behalf of all our staff in the offices and, of course, on our own behalf. The traditional family pho…
New UAE cybercrime law comes into force
06. January 2022
The new UAE Cybercrime Law (Federal Decree Law No. 5 of 2021) takes effect this January 2, 2022 bringing major amendments to Federal Law 5 of 2012. The new reforms aim to protect the rights of citizen…
Newsletter December 2021
30. December 2021
Dear Friends and Clients,
Have you already decided to give up your residence in Europe? We have hardly ever experienced such a rush to residence changes. Perhaps the weather, the lockdowns and the Au…
Happy Holidays!
23. December 2021
Strohal Legal Group wishes everyone joy, prosperity and success during this holiday season.
As we look back upon the past year, we would like to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful clients, …
Abu Dhabi establishes non-Muslim personal status court
20. December 2021
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD), established a court focusing in personal status cases for non-Muslim foreigners in Abu Dhabi. Its aim is to provide flexible judicial procedures to settle fam…
UAE Labour Law: Update
16. December 2021
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announced the details of Federal Decree Law No. 47 of 2021 regarding the unified general rules for work in the UAE. Public and private sectors in the …
Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 – regulation of labour relations in private sector
13. December 2021
The UAE has issued Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on 16 November to replace UAE Federal Labour Law 8 of 1980. As stated by the Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the new law comes as pa…
UAE adopts largest legislative reforms in its 50-year history
06. December 2021
The UAE approved several reforms of the country’s legal system which came after thorough coordination between hundreds of experts at both local and federal entities with consultations from over 100 …
Newsletter November 2021
24. November 2021
Dear Friends and Clients,
Are you enjoying the lockdown? In Austria, “protective measures” are already imposed again, such as business lockdowns, home schooling, curfews, home office and travel restr…
Update Double Taxation Agreement Austria-UAE
09. November 2021
The new double taxation agreement between Austria and the UAE will have an unpleasant impact on many Austrian expats in the UAE. With the approval of the Finance Committee of the National Council from…
Team Introduction – Meet our External Counsel Kateryna Kisser
11. October 2021
After introducing our newest team members, Strohal Legal Group is happy to present the rest of our team! This week, we are introducing our external Counsel Kateryna Kisser.
Kateryna is the contact pe…
Newsletter September-October 2021
07. October 2021
Dear Friends and Clients,
Ras al Khaimah is once again the pioneer in innovative corporate constructs. Since RAK united the two free zones, there are always incentives for investors. This time, the D…
Team Introduction – Meet our Managing Director (Thailand) Kanchana Strohal
05. October 2021
After introducing our newest team members, Strohal Legal Group is happy to present the rest of our team! This week, we are introducing Kanchana Strohal.
Kanchana is the Managing Director of Strohal C…
The Renewable Energy Landscape of the UAE
29. September 2021
Renewables are on the rise. Not long ago the UAE’s energy market almost entirely relied on oil and gas. However, with new energy policies in place the UAE plans to head fast towards a more sustainab…
Team Introduction – Meet our Managing Partner Jakob Kisser
27. September 2021
After introducing our newest team members, Strohal Legal Group is happy to present the rest of our team! This week, we are introducing Jakob Kisser.
Jakob joined SLG in 2019 and became managing partn…
Team Introduction – Meet our Legal Counsel Menna Tullah
20. September 2021
After introducing our newest team members, Strohal Legal Group is happy to present the rest of our team! This week, we are introducing MennaTullah.
Menna joined SLG in 2020 as a legal counsel. She ob…
Abu Dhabi Introduces new clean energy certificate system
17. September 2021
Abu Dhabi recently announced to introduce its own new energy certificate system. Such systems are vital to validate companies claims of using green electricity and to promote renewables.
Check out …
Team Introduction – Meet our PRO Umar Javed
13. September 2021
After introducing our newest team members, Strohal Legal Group is happy to present the rest of our team! This week, we are introducing our Public Relationship Officer Umar Javed.
Umar has been work…
WEBINAR UPDATE: WHAT MAKES ME A TAX-RESIDENT?
09. September 2021
All those who could not attend our webinar on 07 September on “What makes me a tax-resident” can now download the presentation and/or watch the recorded webinar on YouTube. https://youtu.be/Foc4D…
Team Introduction – Meet our founding and senior partner Dr. Theodor Strohal
06. September 2021
After introducing our newest team members Strohal Legal Group is happy to present the rest of our team! We start the week with our founding and senior partner Dr. Theodor Strohal.
In 1979 Dr. Stroh…
Renewable Energy Investment Opportunities in the UAE
02. September 2021
Renewables are on the rise in the UAE.
Not long ago the UAE’s energy market almost entirely relied on oil and gas. However, with new energy policies in place the UAE plans to head fast towards a mo…
Strohal Legal Group is growing. Welcome Lindle Mendillo.
30. August 2021
Strohal Legal Group is growing. Lindle Lee Mendillo is joining our team as new Executive Secretary & Paralegal.
Lindle joined Strohal Legal in 2021 and has over 6 years of experience in the UAE…
Webinar Update: Double Taxation Agreement Austria-UAE & Tax Residency
26. August 2021
All those who could not attend our webinar on 24 August on “Expected amendments to the Double Taxation Agreement Austria – UAE” can now download the presentation and/or watch the recorded webinar …
Strohal Legal Group is growing. Welcome Krissia Bolivar.
23. August 2021
Strohal Legal Group is growing. Krissia Bolivar is joining our team as new Head of Marketing.
Krissia re-joined our firm in July 2021. She has over 9 years of experience in the MENA and ASEAN regio…
Expected amendments to the DTA Austria – UAE Webinar
21. August 2021
Strohal Legal invites you to a webinar on Tuesday, 24. August 2021, 2 pm GST – Dubai Time (CEST +2).“Expected amendments to the DTA Austria – UAE”What steps to be taken as employer, as employee,…
SLG NEWSLETTER: AUGUST 2021
20. August 2021
Dear Friends and Clients,
In the last newsletter we still felt sorry for our German friends that their double taxation agreement with the UAE was terminated as at the end of the year.
Now we may als…
Strohal Legal Group is growing. Welcome Paul Nimmerfall.
19. August 2021
Strohal Legal Group is growing. We are excited that Dr. Paul Nimmerfall has joined our firm this summer as a Senior Legal Counsel.
Paul Nimmerfall previously worked for many years at an internation…
OPONTIA SECURES FIRST E-COMMERCE ACQUISITION IN DUBAI WITH STROHAL LEGAL
09. August 2021
Opontia successfully secured its first of many M&A deals in the e-commerce sector by purchasing 100% of the shares in Novimed, an e-commerce medical company in Dubai.
Opontia is a fast growing…
Significant changes to the Double Taxation Agreement between Austria and UAE
08. August 2021
Austrian residents will have to pay Austrian tax on UAE income
1. Background
The Austrian Finance Minister Gernot Blümel and his UAE counterpart signed a protocol (the “Protocol”) amending severa…
SLG Newsletter: June – July 2021
17. July 2021
Dear Friends and Clients,
After delays and some waiting time, the first guideline has been published in Dubai on how to apply for the advantages of the new direct investment rules. Also the first com…
SLG Newsletter: May 2021
31. May 2021
Dear Friends and Clients,
Treaty shopping is a thorn in the side of many European tax authorities. However, as we have already explained in several webinars, a fortunately-set-up legal structure that…
The Issue of the Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO)
10. May 2021
Almost all jurisdictions require disclosing the ultimate beneficial owner. What is a UBO? To whom to disclose? Who is responsible for the correctness of disclosure? How to install a UBO and still cont…
Die Besteuerung von Arbeits- und Dividendeneinkünften im Lichte der Doppelbesteuerungsabkommen
18. April 2021
Datum & Uhrzeit: Dienstag, 27. April, 2021, 3:00 pm Dubai Time (GMT+ 4, CEST +2)
Sie sind in Deutschland, Österreich oder der Schweiz (steuer-)ansässig? Sie bekommen Gehälter im Ausland? Gewin…
SLG Newsletter: April 2021
17. April 2021
Dear Friends and Clients,
Dubai is creating exemplary innovations. Setting up its own court for space disputes is not only innovative, but truly forward-looking. If such a court really finds internat…
Asset Protection
25. March 2021
All those who could not attend our last webinar on “Asset Protection” can now download the presentation or watch the short summary on YouTube.https://youtu.be/NyAwC0ezudM…
Webinar on Asset Protection
22. March 2021
Do you hide your money under the mattress
This is a good idea.
But we show you even better solutions!
Strohal Legal Group invites you to the webinar:
Asset Protection
Carefree lives those who hav…
The Advantages of a Second Residence Webinar
15. March 2021
Strohal Legal Group invites to the webinar:
The Advantages of a Second Residence
A second residence can be a significant advantage in many respects. Lower taxes, visa-free travel, cheaper educati…
SLG NEWSLETTER: FEBRUARY – MARCH 2021
13. March 2021
Dear Friends and Clients,
I may first draw your attention to our webinar series. Following this introduction, you will find the links to the webinars already held. You can view and also download thes…
STROHAL LEGAL GROUP – WEBINAR 10 March
08. March 2021
Restructuring under UAE Insolvency and Bankruptcy Laws
Leave your debts behind! It’s time to restructure!
Creditors knock on your door?
Your cheques bounced?
The bank confiscates your …
Compliance, Compliance: ESR, CRS, UBOR, MDR – Challenges and Solutions Webinar
02. March 2021
Strohal Legal hereby invites to an English language webinar held by Theodor Strohal & Jakob Kisser on Wednesday, 03 March 2021, 04:00 – 05:00 pm Dubai Time (GMT+4)
Compliance, Compliance: ESR, …
International Bankruptcy Law
23. February 2021
All those who could not attend our last webinar on “International Bankruptcy Law” can now download the presentation.The webinar guides you through insolvency proceedings in ASEAN and Europe, explai…
International Bankruptcy Law Webinar
15. February 2021
Strohal Legal hereby invites to an English language webinar held by Theodor Strohal on Wednesday, 17 February 2021, 04:00 – 05:00 pm Dubai Time (GMT+4)
International Bankruptcy Law
A guide throu…
SLG Newsletter: January 2021
31. January 2021
Dear Friends and Clients,
A crisis always also offers opportunities and has positive consequences. The historic accords with Israel and the restoration of ties with Qatar already have a significant i…
Webinar Calendar
31. January 2021
Strohal Legal is holding a webinar series in February and March on Insolvency, Restructuring, Second Residence, Ras Al Khaimah, Asset Protection and Compliance Issues in UAE. Attendance is free of cos…
New Year Greeting and Partnership Announcement
06. January 2021
The Strohal and Kisser families wish everyone a prosperous and happy 2021!
A new year is always a powerful moment. We reflect on the past and our hopes for the future. We refresh our enthusiasm f…
SLG Newsletter: December 2020
30. December 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
The UAE show special incentives at the end of the year. So the golden visa possibilities are extended, Abu Dhabi allows a variety of freelance licenses without the necessi…
The New Economic Substance Regulations
13. December 2020
Under the Economic Substance Regulations (“ESR”) most UAE businesses need to prove to the UAE authorities that they are doing business in the UAE (have an “economic substance”). The ESR were implement…
SLG Newsletter: October-November 2020
26. November 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
It is not to be overlooked: The Gulf region is undergoing a significant liberalisation process. The UAE, Saudi Arabia and now Oman are showing considerable relief in terms o…
Update: UAE Cabinet Resolution requires to maintain “Ownership” register
18. October 2020
The UAE have made another step in their intense efforts to implement, and comply with, international transparency standards. Cabinet Resolution No. 58 of 2020 on the Regulation of the Procedures of th…
Webinar by Dr. Theodor Strohal: Insolvency and Bankruptcy in South East Asia and Austria
13. October 2020
Date: Thursday, 29th October 2020
Time: 6.00 pm (Singapore time)
Considering the current situation, many companies will no longer be able to meet their liabilities on time and/or in full. The webina…
SLG Newsletter: September 2020
01. October 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
The long awaited Retirement Visa for the UAE is finally here!
You will find the exact conditions in the newsletter below. In summary, you must be 55 years old, have eit…
SLG Newsletter: August 2020
02. September 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
What comes as a result of the Covid 19 lockdowns? Is there a big bang and the demise of the capitalist economic system? Is there a complete reorganization of our monetary …
SLG Newsletter: July 2020
29. July 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
In this newsletter I will once again write NOTHING about Covid. What you should/must do as a UAE or Thai resident, you can find below.
But I want to point out a problem…
SLG Newsletter: June 2020
30. June 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
In the meantime, we have opened our “Eastern European Desk” in our Ras al Khaimah office. It is headed by Mrs. Katya Kisser, LLM, born in Ukraine. She is fluent in Ukraini…
SLG Newsletter: May 2020
31. May 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
In the meantime, the Covid ghost has lost some of its terror and showed its true face. I’m not a conspiracy theorist, but if you follow clever people, at least part of the…
STROHAL LEGAL GROUP – TRENDS AND INSIGHTS
10. May 2020
SECOND RESIDENCE – DECIDE NOW!
Sent ahead:We do not sell citizenships in the Caribbean or anywhere else. This article aims to show how important and beneficial it can be to have a residence permi…
SLG Newsletter: April 2020
30. April 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
This time you will find in our newsletter the main incentives offered by individual Emirates and especially the Freezones.
We have also taken up some areas of law that can …
SLG Newsletter: February-March 2020
07. April 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
In this newsletter we deliberately omit information about the sanctions in the Covid19 area. You will certainly be inundated with such information and we do not want to cont…
SLG Newsletter: January 2020
05. February 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
Usually, January already gives an indication of how the year will proceed. And it will go well.
We have more inquiries than ever about legal tax avoidance and company forma…
SLG Newsletter: October 2019
12. January 2020
Dear Friends and Clients,
The heat is over, you can enjoy the starry sky again in the evening and have business talks outdoors.
Dubai has always been a pioneer in the UAE in facilitating company sta…
SLG Newsletter: November-December 2019
31. December 2019
Dear Friends and Clients,
We have arrived at the end of the second decade of this century (and millennium). But I do not want to write a review about past times here, there are sufficient of those in…
SLG Newsletter: September 2019
30. September 2019
Dear Friends and Clients,
The UAE is giving us new administrative tasks with its Economic Substance Rules. Before you get down to work on these new tasks, check to see if your business is really affe…
Praktikum in den VAE – Internship in the UAE
05. September 2019
Praktikum in den Vereinigten Arabischen Emiraten (VAE) – Ein Bericht von Sandra Berger
Motivation:
Der Wunsch, einmal eine Zeit lang im Ausland zu leben sowie die Arbeits- und die Denkweise ausländ…
SLG Newsletter: July-August 2019
29. August 2019
Dear Friends and Clients,
The network of the international community of multinational corporations’ attempt, in particular, to destroy the (legitimate) tax savings models is becoming ever stronger….
SLG Special-Newsletter: Direct Investment Law in the UAE
22. July 2019
In order to promote foreign direct investment in selected sectors and thus the establishment of (onshore) businesses operating in these sectors in UAE-mainland, the statutory obligation, according to …
SLG Newsletter May-June 2019
30. June 2019
Dear Friends and Clients,
We expats in the Middle East have gotten a thick skin by now. Nothing can shake us so easily. The sabre rattling in the immediate neighbourhood leaves us as cool as some eco…
SLG Newsletter: April 2019
15. May 2019
Dear Friends and Clients,
We are happy to announce that we have created a new email domain that matches our corporate identity. From now on we ask to use instead of the old domain “SLG@strohallegalgr…
SLG Newsletter: March 2019
31. March 2019
Dear Friends and Clients,
The (office) party is over. It marked our 14th year in this country and we welcomed over 40 guests who enjoyed themselves along with the relaxing atmosphere in the garden of…
Dividend Taxation in the Home State
10. March 2019
Do you have an FZ-LLC or an onshore LLC in the UAE? Or maybe even an “International Company” (offshore) that generates profits? You are still taxable in your home country with your international incom…
SLG Newsletter: February 2019
28. February 2019
Dear Friends and Clients,
The UAE has put in plenty of new incentives to boost business. Ras al Khaimah now offers a new symbiosis of a Free Zone and offshore company, Dubai awards 3 years business v…
SLG Newsletter: January 2019
31. January 2019
Dear Friends and Clients,
I was a little surprised to receive so many positive reactions to our December newsletter. Actually, this was my first introduction to a newsletter which did not refer to th…
SLG Newsletter: December 2018
31. December 2018
Dear Friends and Clients,
2018 is over, welcome 2019! It reminds me of the old saying: “The king is dead, long live the king!”
Time is an illusion, as the Asian philosophy says. We all create ou…
SLG Newsletter: November 2018
30. November 2018
Dear Friends and Clients,
The UAE government has decided to go into the bond market for the first time and to launch public bonds. This may seem surprising at first, because the main source of oil an…
New Rules Concerning Traveling with Medication – An Update
18. November 2018
As always in the UAE, changes are made quickly, as is the case with the carrying of drugs for tourists and expats. As reported earlier this month, all tourists and expatriates entering the UAE should …
Renewals on the Issue of Visas – An Update
06. November 2018
Every foreigner who wants to work in the UAE knows the procedure: To obtain a work permit, a residence visa is required, which in turn requires, among other things, a health test and the handing in of…
SLG Newsletter: October 2018
31. October 2018
Dear Friends and Clients,
Merkel resigns. The euro is weakening. Life in the UAE has become more expensive. We have to reach for the ceiling – and our host country is helping as much as possible.
Th…
UAE Double Taxation Treaties About to be Amended
29. October 2018
Anyone living, working, investing and earning income in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) or in other countries far from home would probably be reluctant to pay in their home state – and thus pay double …
SLG Newsletter: Summer 2018
24. September 2018
Dear Friends and Clients,
This summer newsletter summarizes the essential information of the last 3 months. There is not much happening in Arabia in the summer heat – at least as far as business is…
SLG Newsletter: May 2018
31. May 2018
Dear Friends and Clients,
There is great news for us expats! We can now get: 10-year visas, 100% foreign-owned onshore companies, and improved investments conditions.
The outlook for 2018 is excel…
It is not getting better with the banks or the drama with the banks in the UAE part two
31. May 2018
In October of last year, we wrote an article on how laborious – and often impossible – it is for companies in the UAE to open bank accounts. This article was met with a great response.
A little more …
SLG Newsletter April 2018
30. April 2018
Dear Friends and Clients,
The party is now over –time to begin more serious work.
For the 4th time, we held our office event last Thursday. Thank you all for attending and mainly thanks to the spe…
SLG Newsletter: March 2018
18. March 2018
Dear Friends and Clients,
The year started well – at least for most of our clients and our chambers. We have hardly ever had as much work as in these past few months. Many Europeans have set up bra…
End of Service Gratuity a Statutory Compensation Claim
05. March 2018
The UAE has enshrined a legally guaranteed severance pay (End of Service Gratuity) in its labour law. This right to severance pay is governed by the Labour Law (UAE Federal Law No. 8 of 1980) and must…
How do you avoid double customs payment?
03. March 2018
Paying customs twice is burdensome and has also become the subject of complaints to various authorities in the UAE. Frequently, goods were delivered to a free zone, especially as it is connected to a …
SLG Newsletter: January – February 2018
15. February 2018
Dear Friends and Clients,
May I first of all wish you a happy and prosperous New Year with all your wishes to come true. Expectations and attachments are the cause for suffering – so do not expect …
SLG Newsletter: December 2017
31. December 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
We’re almost done. Only some more hours to go.
No reason to become sentimental. If it was a good year it’s passed as well as if it was a bad one. Don’t live in the past, ca…
Comparison of the UAE double taxation agreements with Germany and Austria: Austrians are better off!
29. November 2017
When you come to the UAE for work, you have thought about many things: Will my family join me? Can my children go to school there? Will I take my furniture with me? Or, can the insurances I have conti…
SLG Newsletter: November 2017
29. November 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
As the year comes to it’s end the UAE rulers/government have some presents for us investors:
The almost unthinkable could become reality: The 51:49 rule seems to be in di…
Can I get you another glass? – Dos and Don’ts around the alcohol consumption in the UAE
01. November 2017
Whether “Oktoberfest”, “Heurigen”, dinner parties, Christmas parties or the almost obligatory Friday brunch – especially autumn and winter offers numerous opportunities for expats to drink a g…
SLG Newsletter: October 2017
31. October 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
Is it true that the main reason for the obstacles to open a bank account in the UAE is due to the influence of the USA? Does the UAE Central bank receive “instructions…
Drama around the banks in the UAE – or how the banks are diligently helping to drive companies/expats out of the country
03. October 2017
Account opening within 10 min for people, (free zone) companies and offshore companies without much trouble, customer-friendly and excellent solution-oriented service – wishful thinking! What may soun…
SLG Newsletter: August – September 2017
27. September 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
Of course, this newsletter concentrates on the new VAT to be enforced on Jan. 1, 2018. There are 100+ seminars on VAT and almost every consultant’s newsletter is dealing w…
Introduction of the CRS in the UAE – your UAE bank as a henchman of the European tax offices
07. September 2017
By 1 January 2018 at the latest, the dream of many financial authorities in most countries of the world will come true: they will automatically and without any action on their part, receive informatio…
New regulations for associations (Civil-Societies) in Dubai
08. August 2017
Whether sports clubs, music clubs, carnival clubs or other clubs – in Central Europe a large proportion of the population is a member of one or more clubs.
What many expats in the UAE do not know, ho…
SLG Newsletter: July 2017
01. August 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
As summer approached in the northern hemisphere it is interesting to see how few reactions were made by clients who have their bank accounts abroad, despite an automatic e…
SLG Newsletter: June 2017
28. June 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
Ramadan and Eid al Fitr are over; the summer months are ahead. The business has already slowed down these past few weeks and probably won’t improve until September. But th…
SLG Newsletter: May 2017
22. May 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
Ramadan is at the doorstep.
In the Surah Al-Baqarah [2:185] – Al-Qur’an al-Kareem – it reads that the Holy Scripture was revealed in the month of Ramadan.
All our non –…
SLG Newsletter April 2017
24. April 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
We are still enjoying the cooler weather and should spend the last few weeks if possible outdoors. But business happens mostly indoors – in soundproof rooms and without CC…
SLG Newsletter February to March 2017
12. March 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
We had the great pleasure of welcoming Dr. Gordian Gaeta at our office event on February 23rd.
He was kind enough to hold a speech for our guests about the economic outloo…
SLG Newsletter: January 2017
30. January 2017
Dear Friends and Clients,
When we say the world is not the same as yesterday it is an all-time true saying. But maybe it has become more true recently.
The future will be one of the most interesting…
SLG Newsletter: December 2016
29. December 2016
Dear Friends and Clients,
An interesting year has come to an end. Most of us, living and working in the UAE, have experienced some downturn in investment due to the oil price slump. But the ones who …
SLG Newsletter: November 2016
27. November 2016
Dear Friends and Clients,
Isn´t it impressing to live in a country where the obligation to read is defined by a law? If you are employed, will you be required to pause your duties, take up a book an…
SLG Newsletter October 2016
01. November 2016
Dear Friends and Clients,
Are we living in an island of the blessed? If you read HH Shaikh Mohammed´s statement at the end of our newsletter you must admit that there is hardly any other country in …
SLG Newsletter: September 2016
26. September 2016
Dear Friends and Clients,
Now we are also trademark agents. It’s always good to have young, dynamic lawyers in old firms (Strohal Legal dates back to 1871) because it opens new doors of consultancy…
Trademark Registration
16. September 2016
Trademark Registration
Trademark Registration in the UAE
Currently there are more than 350,000 Small and Medium Sized Businesses (SMEs) in the UAE, among them are similar companies with …
Privacy Under UAE Law
30. August 2016
Privacy Under UAE’s Law Perspective
Data sharing and its potential risks
A recent study conducted in June in by Kaspersky Lab, an international software security group, revealed that people are pron…
Die Berechnung der “End of Service Gratuity“
25. August 2016
Bei der Berechnung der “End of Service Gratuity” kommt es immer wieder zu Unsicherheiten. Was muss der Arbeitgeber dem Arbeitnehmer bei Beendigung des Arbeitsverhältnisses zahlen? Wie hoch ist di…
SLG Newsletter: August 2016
23. August 2016
Dear Friends and Clients,
Back to business. The summer is still on, but the international schools will start soon and the expats are coming back from holidays.
When I entered the smart gate at DXB T…
RAK Customs Policy
15. August 2016
RAK Customs Policy (2) of 2016 – Free Zone Procedures
Many clients had and have had problems if their goods first arrived in the Jebal Ali Free Zone and are further transported, for instance, to an…
Fristverlängerung zur Anpassung des MOA
29. July 2016
Die Frist zur notwendigen Anpassung des MOA (Memorandum of Association/Gesellschaftsvertrag) wurde kürzlich um ein Jahr verlängert und endet nun am 30. Juni 2017.
Sämliche Onshore Companies müsse…
SLG Newsletter: July 2016
27. July 2016
Dear Friends and Clients,
The VAT is on the doorstep. It shall be implemented like the European VAT System, not the US sales tax. Let’s see how fraud prevention will be set up. In the early VAT yea…
SLG Newsletter: June 2016
27. June 2016
Dear Friends and Clients,
Ramadan has started. The Euro2016 has started, too. Conflict of interest? No beer at the games before sunset, or even after? Well, you can always watch it at home and drink …
SLG Newsletter: May 2016
20. May 2016
Dear Friends and Clients,
The hot season together with the Holy Month of Ramadan is at our doorsteps. There are a few days left to register or amend your company, your MOA according to the new Co…
Grundlagen des UAE Labour Law
18. May 2016
“Natürlich achte ich das Recht. Aber auch mit dem Recht darf man nicht so pingelig sein.”, sagte einst Konrad Adenauer. Diesen Satz scheinen sich auch zahlreiche Arbeitgeber und Arbeitnehmer in den V…
RAK ICC
17. May 2016
All about the new RAK ICC
The new RAK ICC (Ras Al Khaimah International Corporate Centre) is the new offshore authority and company in Ras Al Khaimah. It is the result of the merger of two previous o…
SLG Newsletter: April 2016
18. April 2016
Dear Friends and Clients,
This newsletter deals again with highly important subjects.
What are the do´s and don´ts regarding your Emirates ID? Don´t burn it when you are fed up or depressed, don…
Häufig gestellte Fragen zum Thema Free Zone Gesellschaft
31. March 2016
Viele Investoren gründen eine Gesellschaft in einer der rund 50 Free Zones in den VAE. Die Wahl der idealen Free Zone und die spezifische Gründung der jeweiligen Gesellschaft sollten allerdings wo…
Free Zone – Die Qual der Wahl
24. March 2016
Viele stehen bei ihrer Geschäftseröffnung vor der Qual der Wahl wenn es darum geht, welche Free Zone in den UAE man für sein Unternehmen auswählt.
Als Free Zone (auch Freihandelszone genannt) wir…
Haftungsrisiken für Geschäftsführer in den VAE
11. February 2016
Der Manager auf dem Drahtseil – das kann die Überschrift für die Tätigkeit eines Geschäftsführers in den Emiraten sein. Wir haben hier die wichtigsten Aspekte dieser Problematik für Sie zusamm…
SLG Newsletter: January 2016
19. January 2016
New labor law rules effective 01.01.2016
The Ministry of Labor has issued 3 new rules, which should guarantee more legal security for the employer and the employee. The three new rules are as follows…
SLG Newsletter: December 2015
31. December 2015
Dear Friends and Clients,
This time we communicate rather severe news for the final days of the year:
Visa run, Taxes in the UAE, Swiss banking and corporate setups to be avoided, new Labour Laws, c…
Neue Regelungen im Arbeitsrecht ab 01.01.2016
30. December 2015
Das Ministry of Labour hat 3 neue Regelungen erlassen, welche eine höhere Flexibilität, bessere Transparenz und eine größere Rechtssicherheit für Arbeitgeber und Arbeitnehmer gewährleisten solle…
Dubai Health Insurance Law
23. December 2015
Spätestens bis zum 30.Juni 2016 müssen alle Unternehmen mit Sitz in Dubai ihre Mitarbeiter krankenversichern. Die Grundlage hierfür bildet das Dubai Health Insurance Law No. 13 of 2013, welches ber…
Visa Run
08. December 2015
No more visa run?
On 6 May 2015, the EU and the United Arab Emirates signed an agreement to an exemption from the required visa for short, ceremonial stays in Brussels. Since there is great uncertain…
SLG Newsletter: November 2015
12. November 2015
Dear Friends and Clients,
We have been in the UAE for 10 years; 2 months in Iran; 3 years in Myanmar; 21 years in Singapore and 145 years in Austria…
…a good reason to celebrate!
In May 2…
SLG Newsletter: October 2015
06. October 2015
Dear Friends and Clients,
We have entered a new area! Our license in Iran has been granted. We are the 1st law firm in the country with 100% foreign shareholders. It took quite some effort from our l…
SLG Newsletter: September 2015
04. September 2015
Dear Friends and Clients,
Our Iran office is going to open its doors at the occasion of the state visit of the Austrian federal president Dr. Fischer on September 7, 2015. We are looking forward to a…
SLG Newsletter: August 2015
04. August 2015
Dear Friends and Clients,
We take the risk! We go Iran! Will you join us?
This immense market has opened up, a population of over 70 mil. people who are all mostly well educated, open-minded and b…
SLG Newsletter: July 2015
05. July 2015
Dear Friends and Clients,
The UAE and the EU have signed a visa waiver. Europeans can travel to the UAE and UAE nationals can travel to the EU visa-free for 90 days in a 180-day period while taking t…
Verkehrsverstöße, Bußgelder und Punkte – Verkehr in den VAE
15. June 2015
Die VAE sind die Heimat von Menschen unterschiedlichster Nationalität mit verschiedensten Fahrstilen – vom gemütlichen Sonntagsfahrer bis hin zum rücksichtslosen Raser. Was kaum jemand weiß is…
DED untersucht Möglichkeit der Einführung von Altersvorsorge
03. November 2011
Einführung
Das Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) ist gerade in der Erhebungsphase für eine staatlich regulierte Altersvorsorge für Expats in Dubai. Damit sollen sowohl die Regelungen …
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