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Governs real property registration in Dubai including ownership restrictions, property register, title deeds, and registration requirements.

Regulates landlord-tenant relationships in Dubai including rent controls, eviction grounds, and dispute resolution through the Rental Disputes Center.

Protects off-plan property buyers by requiring developers to deposit buyer payments into escrow accounts supervised by the Dubai Land Department.

Governs all commercial activities in the UAE including commercial contracts, negotiable instruments, banking, insurance, and merchant obligations.

Combats commercial fraud including counterfeit goods, false advertising, and misrepresentation of product quality with severe penalties.

Governs commercial agency agreements requiring agents to be UAE nationals with strong protections for registered agents.

Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 on Entry and Residence of Foreigners. Replaced Federal Law No. 6 of 1973. Governs all aspects of immigration including visa issuance, residency, deportation, penalties for violations, and the Golden Visa program.