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Contractor Licensing and Impact on Construction Claims | E-Basel

By Basel Al Najjar in Construction Claims
April 24, 2026

Compliance · Legal Framework Contractor Licensing and Impact on Construction Claims How licensing requirements affect claim entitlements, enforcement, and limitation periods under UAE and Dubai law. 6 min read · Updated 24/04/2026 By Basel Al Najjar Civil Engineering Consultant, DIAC Arbitrator, Tribunal Chairman and Accredited Expert Witness. Over two decades advising UAE contractors, developers and …

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