The UAE Government recently passed legislation that substantially simplifies the procedure for obtaining a payment order.

Payment orders may offer an efficient method to obtain ex parte judgement against a debtor. They are frequently used when claiming amounts arising from bounced checks or other commercial instruments.

Legal Overview 

Among the most challenging issues facing international companies doing business in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the ability to take and perfect security over assets. This is due largely to the developing nature of the country's legal system, requiring businesses to resort to less orthodox methods to reduce risk in the event of default or non-payment.

Legal Overview 

Among the most challenging issues facing international companies doing business in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the ability to take and perfect security over assets. This is due largely to the developing nature of the country's legal system, requiring businesses to resort to less orthodox methods to reduce risk in the event of default or non-payment.