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What are the Cryptocurrency Regulations in Dubai?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisJuly 1, 2024

Rules and Regulations of Cryptocurrencies in Dubai. In recent years, the global economy has experienced an increase in the popularity and adoption of cryptocurrencies, while the UAE has emerged as a significant participant in this digital…

What is the process for issuing Execution Orders for Debtor Companies under UAE Law?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisMay 27, 2024

When it comes to commercial transactions, the process of recovering debts that are owed by companies may require assistance from the legal system. The Federal Decree-Law No. 42/2022 on Civil Procedure Law outlines the specific procedures…

Navigating New Rules: Challenges for Investors and Banks in UAE Banking Law Amendments

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisMay 6, 2024

Introduction: The Federal Decree-Law No. 14/2018 on the Central Bank and the Organisation of Financial Institutions and Activities, along with its recent amendments outlined in Federal Decree-Law No. 54/2023, has introduced significant changes impacting both investors…

Regulating Unlicensed Virtual Asset Providers: A Comprehensive Guide

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisApril 23, 2024

Introduction: In recent years, the world has witnessed rapid growth in the popularity and adoption of virtual assets, including cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and various other digital assets. With this rise, however, comes the demanding need…

Can Banks Deduct Money from End-of-Service Benefits to Cover Default Payments on a Personal Loan in the UAE?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisFebruary 19, 2024

Introduction In the UAE, Bank Loans Offered to Individual Customers are governed by Regulation No. 29/2011 Regarding Bank Loans & Other Services Offered to Individual Customers. Additionally, the Central Bank of the UAE issued Central Bank…

Do Financial Advisors in the UAE Need Licenses to Sell Investments?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisJanuary 22, 2024

In the dynamic world of finance, where businesses seek expert guidance on budgeting, debt management, and fundraising, financial advisors play an essential role. In the UAE, the Securities & Commodity Authority (SCA) has overseen the activities…

What Are the Legal Consequences of Defaulting on a Bank Loan in the UAE?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisDecember 25, 2023

Introduction In the UAE, defaulting on a bank loan is regulated by two important laws: Federal Decree-Law No. 42/2022 on Civil Procedure Law and Federal Decree-Law No. 50/2022 on Commercial Transactions, specifically Bank Credits. This article…

UAE Insolvency Law – What You Should Know

Banking Law, UAE Civil LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisDecember 5, 2023

Introduction: In any dynamic economy, financial challenges can arise, leading individuals and businesses to face insolvency. To address these situations and provide a structured outline for resolving them, the UAE enacted Federal Decree-Law No. 19/2019 on…

Incorrect Signature in the Received Cheques: How to Handle?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisJune 26, 2023

When you receive a cheque with an incorrect signature, it is essential to take necessary steps to protect your interests…

Declining To Return Funds That Were Mistakenly Deposited Into A Bank Account

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisApril 27, 2023

Mistaken Deposit To Bank Account – Receiver Declines To Return The Funds While initiating a transaction from your bank account to someone else’s, you need to double-check all the details, such as the account number, name…

What You Need To Know About The Updates In Virtual Assets In The UAE

Banking Law, Commercial LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisApril 13, 2023

Virtual Assets In The UAE – Updates You Need To Know Commercial laws in the UAE have undergone major reforms lately, and have been enforced with a sense of evolving the whole business setup established in…

Learn More About Counterfeit Bank Notes In The UAE: Fines And Precautions

Banking Law, UAE Criminal LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisMarch 21, 2023

Counterfeiting money is one of the major offences that can be committed against the security of the country. Following the definition laid down in Article 239 of the UAE Penal Code, Federal Decree-Law No. 31 of…

How to Resolve Bounce Cheque Dispute in the UAE?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisOctober 23, 2021

Dishonoring a cheque in the UAE can lead to potential legal consequences, including criminal charges and civil actions. Cheque fraud can be described as the ‘depositing of a fake or manipulated cheque’. This can be done…

Central Bank’s New Regulations For Governing Acquisitions in the UAE

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisSeptember 20, 2021

Acquisitions of gigantic groups of companies in UAE are receiving a lot of attention lately, wherein banks plays a significant role in assisting the companies undergoing acquisition. Therefore, in order to securely regulate the tasks performed…

What You Should Know About Director’s Role in Case of Bankruptcy in UAE?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisJanuary 6, 2021

The new UAE Bankruptcy Law (Federal Decree Law No. 9 of 2016) came into force as a response to the 2008 global financial crisis. The new law was designed to encourage the development of a “rescue…

5 Things to Remember About New Crypto Asset Regulation in UAE

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisNovember 29, 2020

As a progression towards a digital UAE, the government has recently released a draft law for regulating and allowing dealing in cryptocurrency within the country. The most-awaited law for commercial markets has now finally been released…

New Criminal Penalties for Dishonoured Cheques In UAE

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisAugust 29, 2020

I am assured that most of our readers are well versed with the criminal penalties imposed in UAE for a dishonored or bounced cheque. However, we keep on witnessing the amendments in the law by the…

Can Cheques Be Encashed After Five Years?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisJuly 22, 2020

As much as they are discussed, cheques are also most common mode of payment in UAE. Issuing cheques is uncomplicated, yet can cause a lot of complications if dishonoured by the bank. UAE Federal Law Number…

Beware Before Issuing A Blank Cheque!

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisApril 20, 2020

As the average cost of living is expanding at a pace, the urgent requirement of money is indeed increasing to cope up with daily financial needs which often lead to difficult legal situations caused by signing…

What Are The New Regulations For Bounced Cheque in Dubai?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisMarch 23, 2020

As compared to other jurisdictions, UAE allows individual possessing dishonoured bank cheques to file a criminal case against the issuer of the cheque. Federal Law Number 3 of 1987 Penal Code by virtue of Article 401…

What Are The Rights Of Creditors During Liquidation Process?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisFebruary 4, 2020

Amid liquidation procedure, the interest of creditors must be kept as the foremost priority and, as the group, they shall authority to claim their debt. All creditors shall be dealt with equality, albeit their position is…

How to Legally Recover Outstanding Debt?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisDecember 18, 2019

If you have comprehensively pestered a client to be it a company or an individual and there is still no sign of receiving the outstanding debt, it is an ideal opportunity to consider legal options available…

What Will Happen to a Dormant Bank Account?

Banking LawBy Dr. Hassan ElhaisJuly 16, 2019

Introduction The Central Bank of UAE along with UAE Banks Federation has been discussing the issue pertaining to the Dormant Accounts in UAE and in lieu of resolving such issue has laid down Circular Number 10…

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