In July, we’ll enjoy a public holiday, some will see the benefit of a four-day working week, and there’s even a brand-new law coming into play. Dubai will introduce a four-day working week and reduced …
UAE-Pakistan entry visa exemption: what it actually means for travellers
However, the exemption does not extend to ordinary passport holders — meaning that Pakistani citizens and residents travelling for tourism, family visits, or business must still follow standard visa …
UAE–Pakistan entry visa exemption: What you need to know
A new agreement exempts diplomatic and official passport holders from visa requirements . UAE–Pakistan entry visa exemption: What you need to know . diplomatic visa UAE, Ishaq Dar UAE visit, Joint …
Dubai Busts Major Visa Scam: 21 People Convicted
Dubai has convicted 21 individuals for running a large-scale residency visa scam, with total fines exceeding AED 25 million, the city’s Citizenship and Residency Prosecution confirmed.The group—made u …
Dubai: Need visa services during Hijri New Year holiday? GDRFA reveals working hours
GDRFA Dubai also highlighted that its digital channels are available 24×7, through the official website and the mobile applications GDRFA Dubai and DubaiNow …
UAE eases visa renewal rules for Sudanese expats amid conflict
In a humanitarian gesture reflecting the UAE’s support for nations in distress, the country has announced that Sudanese nationals in violation of residency laws will be allowed to apply for new visas, …
GCC unveils major visa reforms in 2025 to enhance travel, tourism, and economic integration
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), consisting of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait, has …
GCC Unified Tourist Visa: The Gulf’s New Schengen-Style Travel Revolution
For Indian travellers — whether you’re based in India or an NRI with a Green Card, US, UK or EU residence — a world-class multi-country holiday may soon be just one simple visa away.
How This Schengen-Style Tourist Visa For Middle East Can Be A GAME-CHANGER For The Gulf
Soon enough, you’ll be able to visit 6 gulf countries with a single visa. That’s right – the long-anticipated unified tourist visa for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has been formally approved and …
Gulf Countries Are Launching Schengen-Like Tourist Visa Soon
The long-anticipated unified tourist visa for Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries has officially received approval and is set to be introduced soon, …
Gulf Cooperation Council approves single tourist visa
A unified tourist visa has been approved by the Gulf Cooperation Council and will be rolled out soon, according to UAE Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri.
Israel-Iran conflict sparks high surge in UAE visa extensions as tourists rush to stay safe
Amidst escalating political instability in the Middle East, the UAE is experiencing a surge in travel adjustments. Visitors from Jordan, Lebanon, and Iran are extending their stays due to safety …
‘Thank you, UAE’: Iranians express gratitude after overstay fines waived amid conflict
Now I’m just waiting for the airspace to reopen so I can return home.”He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the country’s leadership. “Thank you to the leadership of the UAE for doing this. If you look …
UAE visitors advised to plan & renew visas in time amid flight disruptions and high travel demand
UAE visit visa holders are urged to renew or extend their visas promptly to avoid fines, as high travel demand and regional airspace closures cause flight disruptions. Travel agents advise early …
Schengen-style GCC visa: Get set to visit UAE, Saudi, Oman with one permit
Soon, travel to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait with one visa as GCC approves a Schengen-style unified tourist visa awaiting rollout …
UAE waives overstay fines for iranians stranded amid Israel-Iran conflict, valid until end of 2025
The UAE has waived all overstay fines for Iranian nationals, both residents and visitors, due to travel disruptions caused by the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. The exemption, valid until December 31, …
UAE visitors urged to plan, renew visa before expiry amid flight disruptions, high demand
With the summer holiday season in full swing, many flights are fully booked, airfares are rising, and ongoing flight cancellations amid Iran-Israel tensions, are compounding the challenges …