ISLAMABAD: A Senate panel on Monday deliberated on the unofficial visa restrictions imposed on Pakistanis travelling to the United Arab Emirate (UAE) and emphasized earlier resolu …
UAE visa restrictions do not imply ‘a complete denial’, Senate committee told
Last week, UAE Consul General in Karachi Dr Bakheet Ateeq Al Rumaithi categorically rejected the impression that the UAE is rejecting visas to Pakistanis, emphasising that Pakistan remains a top …
Police verification mandatory for UAE visas, Senate body told
The Senate Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis, led by Senator Zeeshan Khanzada, addressed UAE visa challenges for Pakistanis. Key concerns include mandatory police verification, financial proof …
No complete ban on UAE visas for Pakistanis
The Senate Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development was informed on Monday that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) had not imposed a “complete denial” on issuing visas to …
UAE Ministry announces amendments to ministerial decisions on tax groups
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced amendments to existing Ministerial Decisions through the issuance of updated Ministerial Decision No. (301) of 2024 …
DOSC Winter Regatta & IRC Middle East Championships a big success
The Dubai Offshore Sailing Club (DOSC) recently celebrated a spectacular weekend of competitive sailing, hosting the Winter Regatta and IRC Middle East Cha..
Egypt, Bahrain, UAE Agreements To Ease Customs Process
Egypt is gearing up to finalize two landmark agreements with Bahrain and the UAE in early 2025. These deals aim to drastically reduce customs clearance times for imports and exports to just a few …
UAE simplifies corporate tax processes for foreign permanent establishments
The UAE Ministry of Finance on Monday announced a series of administrative reliefs and clarifications for businesses forming tax groups. The revised provisions simplify the requirements imposed on …
UAE emerges global leader in race to define the future of technology
Staff Reporter, Gulf Today The inaugural Bitcoin Mena 2024 has concluded on strong note after exciting insights from global Bitcoin sector leaders …
UAE firms rapidly adopting cloud, boosting AI investment: SAP
The survey examined several key factors for effective AI implementation including whether companies are operating their core business functions on the cloud …
UAE tourist visas: Here are the latest updates for travellers
Families flying to Dubai on UAE visit visas are being reminded to keep themselves informed of the latest rules and requirements surrounding length of stay and necessary documents to avoid disrupting …
Dummy hotel booking, flight tickets: Why some UAE visit visas could be getting rejected
Majority of visit visas have been rejected due to applicants not meeting legal requirements such as return ticket, hotel booking and not having proof of funds, say travel industry executives.UAE’s …
Kate Spade New York opens new flagship store in Dubai Mall
Global lifestyle brand Kate Spade New York has announced the opening of its new flagship store in Dubai Mall as part of an enhanced global store concept. The store is inspired by elements of uptown …
Dubai 12-hour sale: Up to 90% discounts announced this week
The experience kicks off the DSF Sale Season, bringing discounts of up to 75 per cent discounts across Dubai’s leading shopping malls and districts until Sunday February 2 2025.
Dubai: Fireworks announced at 5 locations for New Year 2025
A special performance by Egyptian singer Mahmoud El Esseily is expected to take place at Dubai Festival City Mall …
Dubai launches on-site customs inspection at company warehouses
The initiative, which provides two customised options of inspection, reduces customs processing times by more than 50 per cent …
Abu Dhabi’s Plastic Bag Use Falls by 364 Million Since 2022
Abu Dhabi has made significant strides in reducing plastic waste, with the Environment Agency—Abu Dhabi (EAD) announcing on Monday that the consumption of plastic bags in the emirate has decreased by …