With growing uncertainty around US student visa policies, more international students are turning their attention to the UAE. Recent policy changes and proclamations in the US such as the proposed ban …
GCC Tourist Visa Approved, To Be Rolled Out Soon
The single GCC tourist visa has been approved and is now awaiting implementation—hopefully soon,” Al Marri stated. “It is now with the Ministry of Interior and the relevant authorities who are looking …
One visa covering six Gulf nations: GCC approves Schengen-style tourist visa, implementation expected soon
Modelled on the Schengen system in Europe, the unified visa, informally dubbed the “GCC Grand Tours Visa,” will allow visitors to travel across the six member nations …
UAE jobseekers left empty-handed after working on visit visas, offer letters
Common red flags include being asked to pay for a job or visa, starting work before a legal employment visa is issued, receiving only verbal offers, and changes in job terms mid-process …
GCC Approves Schengen-Style Tourist Visa for Six Gulf Countries, Rollout Expected Soon – What Travellers Need to Know
The GCC Unified Tourist Visa has been approved, offering seamless travel across six Gulf countries – the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait. Discover what this means …
Middle East’s Schengen style GCC tourist visa approved, to be rolled out ‘soon’
The long-pending unified tourist visa for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries has received official approval and is set for rollout soon, UAEs Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri …
‘Deep pockets’ could help Abu Dhabi win regulatory approval for Santos bid, analysts say
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, preparing an $18.7 billion bid for Santos , is likely to face close scrutiny from Australian regulators worried about local gas supply, but could win them over with …
Abu Dhabi’s schools are getting new rating plaques – here’s what they mean
In a move that’s all about transparency and empowering families, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has rolled out a brand-new School Performance Plaque system. From now on, …
Iran-Israel conflict: Flight disruptions continue at Abu Dhabi airport
Passengers traveling through Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah to destinations in the Middle East have been urged to check their flight status and consider rebooking options as delays and cancellations …
School performance plaques in Abu Dhabi: What you need to know
The initiative reflects ADEK’s commitment to raising educational standards while fostering a strong sense of national identity among students …
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi delivers first infusion therapy for Parkinson’s in region
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of the M42 group, has successfully introduced continuous infusion therapy, a cutting-edge therapeutic treatment for advanced Parkinson’s disease, making it the first …
Abu Dhabi state-owned firm makes $36 billion bid for energy giant
Australian oil and gas giant Santos is the target of a takeover offer worth more than 36 billion dollars from Abu Dhabi national oil company and investment group Carlyle. Despite support from the …
Sharjah museums invite young explorers to join summer camps
Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is inviting young explorers to dive into a summer of creativity, discovery, and fun through its 2025 Summer Camps, held …
Dubai cuts vehicle licensing services by 74% in major streamlining drive
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reduced its total number of vehicle licensing services from 54 to 14, marking a 74 per cent reduction in services as part of a major effort to enhance …
UAE: More employees leaving jobs, feeling disconnected after salary hikes delayed
Business leaders in the Middle East, including the UAE, have reported a rise in employee turnover after delaying salary hikes for professionals and white-collar employees, a new report reveals.
My Dubai Salary: ‘From an income of Dh1,200 in 1997, I now earn Dh55,000 running two businesses’
Moossa Alavi recalls from his childhood that his father always used to have up to Dh5,000 ($1,361) in his wallet, to sustain him during an emergency. That prudence guided Mr Alavi’s outlook towards …
UAE Golden Visa via yacht: Will you spend Rs 43 cr for Dubai life?
UAE is offering a 10-year Golden Visa to owners of 40-metre yachts and key maritime executives. But with steep costs and complex rules, is it worth it for Indian HNWIs?