Government & Compliance templates for United Arab Emirates
Browse all 40 free government & compliance legal templates for United Arab Emirates. Download as PDF or Word.
Tax Forms
Excise Tax Registration (UAE)
A UAE Excise Tax Registration application is submitted to the Federal Tax Authority to register a business as an importer, producer, stockpiler, or warehouse keeper of excise goods under Federal Decree-Law No. 7 of 2017. It covers entity details, registrant capacity, excise goods categories (tobacco 100%, energy drinks 100%, carbonated drinks 50%, sweetened drinks 50%), warehouse details, and FTA EmaraTax compliance obligations.
VAT Registration Application (UAE)
A UAE VAT Registration Application is submitted to the Federal Tax Authority to register a business for Value Added Tax under Federal Decree-Law No. 8 of 2017. It covers entity details, trade licence, type of registration (mandatory at AED 375,000 or voluntary at AED 187,500), taxable turnover figures, and the compliance declaration required by the FTA EmaraTax portal.
Declarations & Affidavits
Commercial Licence Amendment Application (UAE)
A UAE Commercial Licence Amendment Application submitted to the DED, ADDED, SEDD, JAFZA, DMCC, DIFC, ADGM, or other UAE licensing authority to add activities, change business name, address, shareholders, or other licence details under the Commercial Companies Law Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021.
Commercial Permit Application (UAE)
A Commercial Permit Application is submitted by a UAE-licensed business to obtain authority permission for a specific commercial activity, promotion, display, or temporary trade operation. It records the business details, permit type, activity description, location, and dates, referencing the Commercial Companies Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021) and the Federal Consumer Protection Law.
Court Fee Exemption Request (UAE)
A formal application submitted to a UAE court requesting exemption or reduction of court registration fees on grounds of financial hardship, under Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 on Civil Procedure and applicable Ministry of Justice fee resolutions.
Criminal Complaint Letter (UAE)
A formal written complaint filed with UAE police or the Public Prosecution to report an alleged criminal offence, triggering the criminal investigation process under Federal Decree-Law No. 38 of 2022 on Criminal Procedures.
Customs Exemption Request (UAE)
A UAE Customs Exemption Request submitted to the Federal Customs Authority, Dubai Customs, Abu Dhabi Customs, or other UAE customs authority to claim customs duty relief for medical equipment, humanitarian goods, government imports, free zone goods, or other statutory exemptions under the GCC Common Customs Law.
Dependent Visa No-Objection Certificate (UAE)
A Dependent Visa No-Objection Certificate issued by a UAE employer confirming it has no objection to an employee sponsoring dependent family members for UAE residence, stating that the employee meets the ICP minimum salary threshold under Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022.
Economic Substance Notification (UAE)
A UAE Economic Substance Notification is filed by entities conducting relevant activities (banking, insurance, holding company, intellectual property, shipping, headquarters, lease finance, investment fund management, distribution and service centre) to confirm they satisfy the Economic Substance Test under Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 57 of 2020. It records the entity details, relevant activity, core income-generating activities, UAE employees, UAE expenditure, and income figures.
Emirates ID Application Support Letter (UAE)
An Emirates ID Application Support Letter issued by an employer or sponsor to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) supporting a new application, renewal, or replacement of an Emirates ID for an employee or dependant in the UAE.
Employment Visa Application Support Letter (UAE)
An Employment Visa Application Support Letter for the UAE, issued by an employer to MOHRE or the GDRFA/ICP to confirm the job offer, salary, and contract terms for a new work-permit and residence visa application under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021.
Employment Entry Permit Application (UAE)
A UAE Employment Entry Permit application (tasreeh al dukhool) for mainland and free-zone employers applying through ICP, GDRFA, MOHRE, DIFC, ADGM, or JAFZA, covering job title, MOHRE occupational category, salary, contract duration, and employer undertaking under Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 and No. 33 of 2021.
Establishment Card Application Letter (UAE)
A MOHRE Establishment Card Application Letter for the UAE, used by employers to register, renew, amend, or upgrade their establishment card — the gateway document required to recruit and sponsor employees under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and MOHRE procedures.
Event Permit Application (UAE)
A UAE Event Permit Application is submitted to the relevant authority to obtain permission to organise a conference, exhibition, concert, corporate event, or public gathering. It covers the organiser details, trade licence, event name and type, venue, dates, expected attendees, safety plan, and compliance declaration under UAE Civil Defence and event management regulations.
Family Residence Sponsorship Application (UAE)
A Family Residence Sponsorship Application letter for the United Arab Emirates, enabling a UAE resident to apply for residency on behalf of a spouse, children, or parents under Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 on Entry and Residence of Foreigners, administered by the ICP and GDRFA.
Golden Visa Application Support Letter (UAE)
A UAE Golden Visa application support letter covering all 8 qualifying categories under Cabinet Decision No. 56 of 2022 — investors, entrepreneurs, specialised talent, outstanding students, humanitarian pioneers, and frontline workers — with a 5-year or 10-year long-term residence visa and dependants coverage.
Golden Visa Sponsorship Letter (UAE)
A Golden Visa Sponsorship Letter supports an applicant's UAE long-term residence (Golden Visa) application by confirming the sponsor's backing, the beneficiary's details, the visa category, and the basis of eligibility. It reflects the residence framework under Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 administered by the ICP and GDRFA.
Green Visa Application (UAE)
A UAE Green Visa application for skilled employees, freelancers, and investors seeking a 5-year self-sponsored residence visa under Cabinet Resolution No. 150 of 2022 and Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021, without requiring an employer or family sponsor.
Import Code Registration (UAE)
A UAE Import Code Registration application is submitted to the relevant customs authority to register a business as an importer and obtain a customs importer code. It records the company's trade licence, import activities, goods description, HS codes, and compliance with Federal Law No. 1 of 2017 on UAE Customs, the GCC Unified Customs Law, and Federal Tax Authority obligations.
Judgment Execution Request (UAE)
A formal application filed with the UAE Execution Court to enforce a final and executory court judgment against the judgment debtor's assets, under Chapter Four of Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 on Civil Procedure.
No Objection Certificate — Government Use (UAE)
A UAE No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued by an employer, sponsor, landlord, or entity for government purposes such as visa transfers, trade licence applications, DLD property transactions, MOHRE proceedings, and court filings. Covers UAE Labour Law Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021.
Overstay Fine Waiver Request (UAE)
A UAE Overstay Fine Waiver Request submitted to the ICP or GDRFA, covering medical emergencies, flight cancellations, employer failure, administrative errors, and financial hardship grounds, under Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022.
Residence Visa Renewal Application (UAE)
A UAE Residence Visa Renewal Application covering employment, family, investor, Golden Visa, Green Visa, and student categories under Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022 (ICP/GDRFA), with a document checklist and sponsor details.
Sponsor Transfer No-Objection Certificate (UAE)
A Sponsor Transfer No-Objection Certificate issued by a UAE employer confirming it has no objection to transferring the employee's work permit and residence visa sponsorship to a new employer, in the context of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (UAE Labour Law) and MOHRE transfer procedures.
Trade Licence Application (UAE)
A Trade Licence Application records the details a person or company submits to a UAE licensing authority to obtain a trade licence. It covers the applicant, trade name, legal form, activities, premises, and ownership, reflecting the Commercial Companies Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021) and Department of Economic Development (DED) requirements.
Trade Licence Renewal Application (UAE)
A Trade Licence Renewal Application records the details a UAE business submits to its licensing authority to renew an expiring trade licence. It covers the existing licence number, premises confirmation, ownership, and a declaration of compliance with the Commercial Companies Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021) and Federal Tax Authority obligations.
Visa Cancellation Request (UAE)
A UAE Visa Cancellation Request for employment, family, or investor residence visas, submitted to the ICP, GDRFA, or MOHRE by the sponsor or employer under Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 and Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 (Labour Law), confirming end-of-service settlement and grace-period rights.
Visit Visa Application Support Letter (UAE)
A UAE Visit Visa Application Support Letter from a UAE-resident host inviting a foreign national to visit the United Arab Emirates, confirming sponsorship, accommodation, and compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 and Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022.
Court Forms
Appeal Memorandum (UAE)
A formal pleading filed with the UAE Court of Appeal challenging a first-instance judgment on grounds of legal error, procedural irregularity, or incorrect factual evaluation, under Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 on Civil Procedure.
Arbitration Request — DIAC (UAE)
A Request for Arbitration filed with the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) under Federal Law No. 6 of 2018 (Federal Arbitration Law) and the DIAC Arbitration Rules 2022.
Cassation Petition (UAE)
A formal petition challenging a Court of Appeal judgment before the Federal Supreme Court or Dubai Court of Cassation on grounds of legal error or fundamental procedural violation, under Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 on Civil Procedure.
Civil Case Grievance (UAE)
A formal complaint submitted to UAE court administration to address procedural irregularities, delays, service failures, or registry errors in a pending civil case, under Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 on Civil Procedure.
Enforcement Application (UAE)
An Enforcement Application filed before the UAE Execution Court to enforce a UAE court judgment, DIAC arbitral award, or consent order under Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 on Civil Procedure.
Memorandum of Defence (UAE)
A formal pleading document filed by a defendant in response to a civil statement of claim before UAE courts, setting out admissions, denials, legal arguments, and relief sought under Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022.
Power of Attorney — Litigation (UAE)
A notarised litigation Power of Attorney authorising a licensed UAE advocate to represent the principal before UAE courts and tribunals, compliant with the Civil Procedure Law and UAE Civil Code.
Settlement Agreement — Court (UAE)
A court settlement agreement for resolving active UAE litigation by consent, with mutual release and provision for filing with the relevant court as a consent judgment under Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022.
Statement of Claim — Civil (UAE)
A Statement of Claim for civil proceedings before UAE courts, filed under Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2022 on Civil Procedure, setting out parties, facts, cause of action, and relief sought.
Witness Statement (UAE)
A formal Witness Statement for UAE court and arbitration proceedings, setting out the witness's evidence in numbered paragraphs, for use before Dubai Courts, Abu Dhabi Judicial Department, DIFC Courts, ADGM Courts, and DIAC arbitration.
Notarized Documents
Document Attestation Request Letter (UAE)
A Document Attestation Request Letter for the UAE, formally requesting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Ministry of Justice, Dubai Courts, or Abu Dhabi Judicial Department to attest an educational, commercial, or personal document for use in the UAE or abroad.
Legal Notice Through Notary (UAE)
A formal legal notice attested and served through the UAE Notary Public, creating an official demand record admissible before UAE courts under the Civil Code and Civil Procedure Law.
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