Dubai reduces instant licence fee from Dh3,000 to Dh250

Dubai Economy has reduced the fee for instant licences by over 90 per cent, from Dh3,000 to Dh250 and the same fee will apply when the instant licence is renewed.

 An instant licence includes four legal forms - Limited Liability Company, One Person LLC, Sole Proprietorship and Civil Company. Business owners can obtain online a general commercial licence, which includes general trade activity, in addition to activities that do not require external approvals and are permitted for both citizens and residents.

 Furthermore, the licensee is given membership in Dubai Chamber instantly, an establishment card of the General Directorate of Residency & Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) as well as three work permits for employees from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) once the trade licence is issued.

 The registration of 'Native' workers in the MoHRE is an added feature of the Instant Licence.

 The instant licence service reduces human interaction through automated licensing procedures and easy access to a business licence. It guarantees that entrepreneurs can start their business activity immediately after the licence is secured, and then complete the remaining requirements of the licence, such as approvals from other relevant government entities. read more

DED also removed market fee at the time of applying new license and renewal.
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Indian Consulate opens five passport service centres

Steps to Follow:
Type Passport renewal online application, mail the PDF form along with your passport copy (1st, last & visa page) to info@blsindiavisa-uae.com. After 24/48 hours, you will get appointment to attend BLS centre.

 + To prepare your passport application, Call:

 Bur Dubai: 04-358 6215, 055-9105757

 Qusais (Al Nahda-2) Near Zulekha Hospital: 04-239 1302, 055 273 2295, 055-345 7829
Qusais (Al Nahda-2) Behind NMC Hospital: 056-8787641

 Hor Al Anz: (Deira): 04-265 8373, 050-715 0562

Qusais (Damascus St): 04-258 6727, 054-300 5931
For Collection & Delivery Service; call 055 273 2295, 055-345 7829
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Five centres have been reopened following the relaxation of coronavirus-related restrictions, including Al Khaleeh Centre and BLS Deira in Dubai, the Sharjah Main Centre, Fujairah ISC and BLS Ras Al Khaimah.

 Only passports that have already expired or will expire by May 31 will be accepted for renewals by these centres. These renewal applications can only be submitted after booking an appointment with the centre, which can be done by emailing info@blsindiavisa-uae.com.

 In emergency cases, applicants can email passport.dubai@mea.gov.in with a copy of the passport, a note explaining the emergency and proper supporting documents.

 Similarly, attestation services at these centres also call for prior appointments. These can be booked by sending requests through the Q-ticket app, by calling 04-3579585 or by emailing ivsglobaldxb@gmail.com.
In case of emergencies, application can write to attestation.dubai@mea.gov.in.
All visitors to the centres will also have to maintain social safe distancing.
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earlier report on 15/04/2020
Indian Consulate in Dubai to offer emergency Passport renewal services at BLS centre in Sharjah

 Indian Consulate decided to resume passport services partially through BLS Sharjah Centre (office no 11, mezzanine floor, Abdul Aziz Majid Building, King Faisal Street from April 15.

 applications for renewal of passports will be accepted only for those passports which have already expired or going to be expired by April 30.

 The process for accepting applications will be as follows.

 The applicant should send an email to the consulate at passport.dubai@mea.gov.in with a copy of the passport and explaining the emergency.

 The consulate will then give an appointment at BLS Sharjah Centre for submitting the application.

 The applicant will prepare his application online and attach all the requisite documents before going to the BLS Centre at his or her appointment time.

 An Indian passport can be renewed up to three years after its expiry under normal procedure.

 After three years of expiry of passport, it can be renewed only with prior police clearance from Indian authorities.

 Changes in Embassy’ services
The Embassy will only process those passport applications of applicants, whose passports have either expired or will be expiring by May 31.

 If someone has an emergency attestation requirement, he or she could scan and send the documents, explaining the emergency through email on cons.abudhabhi@mea.gov.in

 The Embassy said it will reply to all the emails received up till 4pm on all working day and if approved, will provide attestation service on the next working day.

 Those in Abu Dhabi can reach the Indian Embassy on 0508995583

 Those in Dubai and northern emirates can call the consulate on 0565463903/ 0543090575.

 The consulate has also started telemedicine consultation and counselling related to COVID-19 for Indian nationals from 9am to 6pm on the numbers 054 3090 571 and 054 3090 572.
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Arabic words you should learn when you visit Dubai

9 Arabic words you should learn when you visit Dubai

The UAE is one of the most demographically diverse countries in the world, and people from across the globe come to UAE to work, study, or enjoy a vacation.

While English, Urdu, Hindi and Malayalam are widely spoken in the country, its always good to learn some Arabic words, given the countrys vast Arab population.

UAE citizens have their own collection of words that have evolved to be different from the original Arabic words. Here are nince important, yet different, Arabic words that you should know.

1. If you are in a restaurant and suddenly hear the word "khashouka" when you ask for the tableware, you have to know that it means a spoon.

2. When you try to do something good for your Emirati friend and he tells you about it "kashkhah", he means it is a good thing. It is a complimentary adjective within the Emirati colloquial language.

3. On the other hand, if you hear the word "Jekrah", it means bad or ugly. You might hear this word in case they didnt appreciate what they have seen.

4. Do you want to pray? If you ask an Emirati where the mosque is and he told you the word "masyied", it means the same place, as they pronounce it differently.

5. Nobody knows what might happen, but if there is an emergency and you have to go to he Hospital, you might hear them name it "Al Spietan", which means hospital or clinic.

6. They also say "dakhtar", which means doctor, so when you hear this word, dont worry, they are asking for help.

7. When you ask for directions, and hear the word "seda", it means to move forward, and then you might hear the word "salik", which means toll gate. Ask the driver to avoid it if you are on a budget.

8. If you are in a hypermarket, and it is very crowded due to sale or something, you might hear the word "tamaiyal", which means to take a side to make room for someone to pass, or "excuse me" in English.

9. If you want to have a tour in the city, you might hear your Emirati friend call it "kashtah", which means a tour or trip. (KT)

Arabic phrases that can be heard a lot during Ramadan
1. Ramadan Kareem
Both Ramadan Kareem and Ramadan Mubarak are common expressions used during the month of Ramadan. Both mean have a blessed or generous Ramadan.

Did you know that the appropriate response to Ramadan Kareem is Allahu Akram? It means God is much more generous.

2. Al Salam Alaikum
This is a widely used Arabic greeting, which means peace be upon you, and it is very common in the Middle East to extend hospitality and friendship. It can be used when entering a home, office or even supermarket. The phrase is not specific to any religion. This greeting can be used by both men and women, accompanied by a hug, a handshake, or two kisses.

3. Insha�Allah
This means God willing or if God wills commonly used by Muslims and Arabic speakers of different religions. Use this phrase when you plan something and want it to work out, but know that it will only happen if God wills it.

Example: Will you be coming over for Iftar tomorrow night?

Yes, InshaAllah

4. MashaAllah
It means what Allah wants, He gives or God has willed and used often upon hearing good news. Muslims, even non-Arabs, use this phrase to greet friends or family when they have been blessed with something and sometimes overused.

Example: Your eyes are so pretty MashaAllah

5. Emta El Maghreb?
The phrase you will most likely hear all day while people are fasting, which means What time will the Maghreb prayers take place?

The fourth formal daily prayer takes place just after sunset. Iftar literally means break fast and marks the end of the day of fasting.

6. Suhour
Each morning before sunrise, Muslims engage in a pre-fast meal called suhour. Afterwards, they start their fast with the Fajr prayers. Suhoor is usually made up of breakfast food to keep you energised throughout the day.

7. Sayem?
In order to inquire whether someone is taking part in Ramadan, some Muslims will ask Are you fasting?

8. Tarawih
These are the night time prayers performed during this month. Tawarwih prayers are not compulsory, but they are performed by many Muslims.

9. Eid Mubarak
Eid means a Muslim festival or celebration and Mubarak means blessed. Together it means blessed celebration and used as a greeting to mark the end of the month of Ramadan where a three-day festivity follows.

10. Allahu Akbar
This means God is the greatest. This is the first phrase spoken in the call for prayer and our Muslim friends use it when they agree with something they hear or when they see something beautiful.

Other words you can use:

Hello - Marhaba

Please - Law samaht

Thank you - Shukran

Goodbye - Maa assalama

Yes - Na am

No - La

Excuse me- Afwan or Iza samaht

One - Wahid

Two - Ethnin

Three - Thalatha

Four - Arbaa

Five - Khamsa

Six - Setta

Seven - Sabaa

Eight - Thamaneya

Nine - Tesa

Ten - Ashara

In shaa Allah - what does it mean to you?

Based on your knowledge and personal experiences, the term In shaa Allah can take on different meanings.

Yes or no? Maybe or definitely? Depending on how long you have lived in the Middle East and what your personal experiences are, the Arabic term In shaa Allah could hold different meanings.

The UAE is home to over 200 nationalities, most of them non-Arab, and life in the UAE can lead to several new experiences. One of them is understanding cultural greetings and practices. Terms like yalla or Alhamdulillah are no longer restricted to conversations in Arabic.

So, what does the term mean?

Literally, the term In shaa Allah is a composite of three words, which mean If Allah wills.

But do UAE residents truly understand the meaning and significance of the term?

The term is often used to denote that a person would make their best effort at a certain task.

In shaa Allah is part of our lives. Even as children, we are taught to say In shaa Allah for everything that we plan to do. We use it when it comes to something that I am going to do tomorrow, in an hour or even in a minute.

This practice comes from a verse in the Quran, where believers are asked to use the term In shaa Allah for their future plans.
And never say of anything, Indeed, I will do that tomorrow, Except [when adding], If Allah wills....[Quran 18:23-24]
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Freelancing in the UAE: how to get a permit online and make money

It is important to understand how the freelance sector works in the UAE.
Applicants can complete the processes and payments and receive the permit online.
Securing a permit is very simple and clear – and the best part is that this can be completed at home. These are the important points to remember:
freelancers just need to submit an online application form along with a copy of their passport and visa page - if available. A permit will be issued and emailed within three to five days upon receiving necessary government approvals. If a residence visa is required, the process currently is also online and Dubai Media City's customer care team will be guiding the talent throughout the process
However, if this is your first try at going freelance, the prospects can be quite daunting. However, before you take the plunge, you need to plan out a few things:

 1. Which authority will you register with to get a freelance permit?

 2. How will you charge (per project, per hour or per task) and how much?

 3. What are your expenses? Make a yearly budget.

 1. Which authority will you register with to get a freelance permit?
Why do I need to get a permit?
According the UAE’s Labour Law you can work as a freelancer as long as you have a freelance work permit.

 Part-time work is also a possibility, particularly in the current situation.

 Professions and sectors
There are certain professions and sectors that lend themselves easily to freelance work. Many free zones offer freelance permits to people in the media or education sector, for example. Consulting, too, can be done on a freelance basis.

 So, it is important to check the list of professions provided by the authority which is issuing you the freelance permit.

 What is the cost of getting a freelance visa?

 The cost can vary significantly based on the authority you apply to. Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), for example, offers a two-year freelancer work permit with a UAE visa starting from Dh17,105. Other free zones may charge on a yearly basis as well. It is important to shop around before you settle on a particular free zone authority to work from.

 Regardless of which authority you apply to, it is crucial that you get a freelance work permit, and abide by UAE’s Labour Laws.

 You can apply with a number of free zones in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah.

 However, depending on the free zone authority you approach, you may face limitations on the type of professions that can be registered, as mentioned above.

 The freelance permit under gofreelance.ae, for example, is for professionals within the education and media sector.

 The package, which comes for Dh7,500 a year is inclusive of the freelance permit and access to a business centre.

 Every free zone authority has its own set of requirements, processes and charges. 

 There are also online communities that help you post your portfolio and bid for projects that need freelancers. Some of these communities include:

 Marketplace.ae
Bawabba.com
xpertin.com

 Find out about other restrictions
Are you allowed to work outside the free zone authority? This is something you need to consider and check before you apply for the permit.

 Another question you can ask your permit issuing authority is whether they offer flexible payment options, and if a staggered payment plan is available.

 Prepare your portfolio
As a freelancer, your portfolio is probably more important than your CV. Your clients will decide on whether the fees you charge is worth it depending on the projects you have worked on and the results you have delivered. So, before you start approaching clients, build a portfolio of your best work.

 You also have options to work internationally
Apart from projects within the UAE, you can also bid for projects internationally, especially if your line of work lends itself to working remotely. So, content creators, translators, online secretarial services as well as tutoring can be done for international clients as well. A couple of helpful places to start looking at are upwork.com and freelance.com, which connect freelancers to international establishments looking for professionals on a temporary basis.

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Travel/everyday expenses
Bills - utility, phone, fuel

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