Dubai residents are now required to pay all outstanding traffic fines before renewing or issuing residency visas. Find out how to manage your payments and comply with the new rules effectively.
Dubai links visa renewal to traffic fine payments in pilot phase
Authorities are piloting a system that links traffic fine payments in Dubai to the process of issuing or renewing residency visas. Under the new system, residents need to settle any outstanding …
How a new Schengen-style visa will change travel in the Gulf region
Travelling across the Gulf is about to get a lot easier. A new Schengen-style Unified Tourist Visa will soon let visitors explore Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Kuwait on a single permit.
Everyone’s Talking About The UAE Golden Visa for Indians. But Is It Real? A Quick Breakdown
The official UAE’s golden visa remains one of the most attractive long-term residency pathways in the region, especially for professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs looking to establish a base in …
UAE flags 32,000 visa violations in just six months: ICP crackdown intensifies
In the first half of 2025, the UAE identified over 32,000 visa violators through intensified inspection campaigns. Authorities conducted 252 operations in February alone, inspecting 4,771 …
Henley Passport Index 2025: UAE Passport now among world’s most powerful, ranks 8th globally
The UAE passport ranks 8th in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, providing visa-free access to 184 countries. This historic leap reflects the UAE’s diplomatic efforts and positions it as a leader in …
Yes, you can work remotely in Dubai – here’s how to get a digital nomad visa
Want to work remotely and live in Dubai? The digital nomad visa/Virtual Work Visa will allow you to do so. Here’s what you need to know …
UAE Blue Visa: No property or investment needed; how you can simply qualify by contributing to the environment
The UAE’s Blue Residency Visa offers 10-year residency to individuals with proven impact in environmental sustainability. Open to both locals and global experts, the visa requires no property …
UAE golden visa issue: FTO irked by FBR’s ‘inefficiency’
ISLAMABAD: Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has taken notice of the issue of Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) inefficiency to timely seek data from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) about the golden …
UAE Golden Visa offers long-term residency through nomination process without any sponsor
Foreigners who want to live, study, work and settle in the United Arab Emirates can make use of the UAE Golden visa to get a long-term residency without the need for a sponsor within the country.
Gulf visa rejected? Avoid these 5 common mistakes in 2025
Discover the five most common mistakes leading to GCC visa rejections in 2025 and learn how to avoid them for successful applications.
UAE launches Golden Visa for Indians: How to apply? All you need to know | Golden visa application
The UAE has rolled out a new nomination-based Golden Visa for Indians. For ₹23 lakh, eligible professionals can now secure a lifelong residency in Dubai, without buying property or owning a business.
Bahrain, UAE, Saudi residency visas compared: Which one offers better value?
Explore the cost-effectiveness, eligibility, and unique advantages of Bahrain’s 10-year Golden Residency Visa, UAE’s diverse Golden Visa, and Saudi Arabia’s Premium Residency options for 2025.
Planning a trip to China? UAE residents must follow new visa procedure
UAE residents planning to visit China now need to follow an updated visa procedure that involves a two-step process — online review followed by in-person submission at the visa centre. The Chinese …
Looking to settle in the Gulf? Why Bahrain’s new Golden Residency Visa could be a wise bet
Bahrain has unveiled a Golden Residency Visa as part of the Vision 2030 plan. The new 10-year residency visa offers a low-cost and more flexible alternative to the UAE and Saudi visas, targeting …
Forget the UAE Golden Visa: Bahrain’s residency offers more freedom and lower costs
Discover why Bahrain’s Golden Residency offers greater freedom, lower costs, and a simpler application process compared to the UAE and Saudi Arabia’s residency options. Find out how to apply for this …
UAE Golden Visa Explained: 5 and 10-year residency, with or without investment
The UAE golden visa is granted to foreign nationals with or without investment, depending on their individual application category.