Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment
- Law Type: Federal Decree-Law
- Law Number: [no number] of 2025
- Issued Date: 08 May 2025
- Effective Date: 15 May 2025
- Official Gazette: No. 799
- Sector: Family and Community
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 69
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 1
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution establishes the executive regulations for Federal Decree-Law No. 23 of 2024 regarding Social Support and Empowerment in the UAE. The law regulates the provision of various social support allowances and benefits to eligible individuals and families, including basic allowances, housing allowances, academic excellence allowances, and allowances for specific categories such as orphans, people with disabilities, and divorced or abandoned women. The law aims to provide a comprehensive social safety net and empower vulnerable groups in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 1-69) The practical impact of this law is significant, as it establishes clear eligibility criteria, allowance amounts, and administrative procedures for individuals and families to access social support from the government. This is crucial for ensuring equitable distribution of resources and supporting the well-being of UAE residents, particularly those facing financial or social challenges. The law's provisions also demonstrate the UAE government's commitment to social development and empowerment of its citizens and residents. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 1-69)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The scope of this Cabinet Resolution is to establish the executive regulations for implementing Federal Decree-Law No. 23 of 2024 regarding Social Support and Empowerment. The law aims to regulate the provision of various social support allowances and benefits to eligible individuals and families in the UAE, with the purpose of providing a comprehensive social safety net and empowering vulnerable groups. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 1)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The law provides the following key definitions:
- Decree by Law: Federal Decree by Law No. (23) of 2024 regarding Social Support and Empowerment. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 1)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The main obligations and requirements under this law include: 1. The primary beneficiary of the family shall be the husband. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 3(1)) 2. If either or both spouses are People of Determination (persons with disabilities), the value of the basic allowance due to each individual shall be AED 5,000. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 3(2)) 3. In case of polygamy, for the second wife and subsequent wives to be eligible for the wife's allowance, the marriage contract must have been concluded before the year 2023. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 3(3)) 4. The family's total monthly income shall include the sum of amounts regularly and continuously received from various sources, such as salaries, pensions, and commercial activities. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 9(1))
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The legislation does not specify any licensing, registration, or approval requirements.
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The law provides the following rights and protections: 1. The primary beneficiary shall be eligible for a housing allowance if they do not hold full ownership of a residential property fit for habitation, a residential property granted by a federal or local government entity, or a property transferred to them by inheritance. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 10(1)) 2. Orphans or children of convicted persons shall be eligible for a housing allowance in the absence of a mother or if the mother is not eligible for social support, provided that the number of beneficiaries of the basic allowance is not less than two. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 12)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The legislation does not specify any authorities or bodies responsible for the enforcement of this law.
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The legislation does not specify any penalties for non-compliance.
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The law specifies the following financial provisions: 1. The minimum basic allowance due to the family, when the eligibility conditions are met, shall not be less than AED 800 per month. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 8) 2. The housing allowance amounts range from AED 900 to AED 2,500, depending on the family composition and living arrangements. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 11-12) 3. The academic excellence allowance is set at AED 5,000 per year. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 14)
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The legislation does not specify any exemptions or exceptions.
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The legislation does not specify any dispute resolution mechanisms.
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The key deadlines and time limits specified in the law include: 1. Being dispatched on official missions outside the State for a period not exceeding 6 consecutive months is considered as continuous permanent residency. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 2(1)) 2. Residing outside the State for health reasons or to accompany a relative up to the third degree receiving treatment outside the State is considered as continuous permanent residency until the treatment period ends. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 2(2)) 3. The housing allowance for orphans or children of convicted persons who are enrolled in higher education shall continue to be disbursed until the earliest of: completion of studies, marriage, commencement of employment, or reaching the age of 25 Gregorian years. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 12(1)(c), 12(2)(c))
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
This Cabinet Resolution is related to and implements Federal Decree-Law No. 23 of 2024 Regarding Social Support and Empowerment. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Art. 1)
When did this law come into effect?
This Cabinet Resolution came into effect on 15 May 2025, as per the Effective Date specified. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment, 2025, Effective Date)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Executive Regulations of Federal Decree by Law Regarding Social Support and Empowerment for legal research and educational purposes. For the purpose of interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text prevails. This does not constitute legal advice.