DFSA Reminder on Working Arrangements

DFSA Dubai News

Published March 1st, 2026

Detected March 14th, 2026

Summary

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) issued a reminder regarding its current working arrangements, with employees working remotely from March 2-4, 2026. Authorised Firms are reminded to report any operational changes via the DFSA ePortal.

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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has issued a statement reminding its Authorised Firms of current working arrangements, specifically noting that employees will be working remotely from Monday, March 2, to Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The statement reiterates normal Ramadan working hours and emphasizes the need for firms to inform the DFSA via the ePortal of any operational changes.

Regulated entities, specifically Authorised Firms, should ensure they have procedures in place to report any operational changes to the DFSA promptly through the designated ePortal. While this is a reminder of existing arrangements and not a new regulatory requirement, compliance with reporting obligations remains crucial. Firms should also be aware of the temporary remote working schedule for DFSA staff.

What to do next

Report any operational changes to the DFSA via the ePortal.

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DFSA Reminder: Current DFSA Working arrangements – Statement: 1 March 2026

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) is continuing to provide a full range of services during current circumstances while employees will be working remotely from Monday 2 March to Wednesday 4 March 2026.

Normal Ramadan working hours will remain in effect as follows:

Monday to Thursday: 9am - 3pm
Friday: 9am - 12pm We wish to remind DFSA Authorised Firms to inform the DFSA via the DFSA ePortal of any operational changes, given the current circumstances.

The DFSA continues to closely monitor developments in the region, and remains in regular contact with local authorities and relevant advisories.

We will communicate further developments should there be any changes to current arrangements.