In a statement issued Tuesday, the ICP clarified that the eligibility categories, conditions, and regulations of the Golden Visa are strictly governed by official laws, legislations, and ministerial …
Fact check: How misleading claims about ‘lifetime UAE Golden Visa for Dh100,000’ went viral
Busted: The sensational news claiming the UAE is offering lifetime residency through a Golden Visa for just Dh100,000 went viral on Monday, July 7. Here’s the truth: officials declared that no such …
Dubai-based group apologizes for UAE’s ‘Lifetime Visa’ claims, says it takes full responsibility for miscommunication
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has issued a strong statement debunking such a claim of a lifetime visa arrangement.
The UAE’s new Golden Visa plan has turned Indian social media into a meme minefield; take a look
India and Bangladesh have been chosen for the pilot phase, with Rayad Group, a UAE-based consultancy, leading the implementation in India. Rayad Kamal Ayub, Managing Director of Rayad Group, called it …
UAE Golden Visa At Rs 23 Lakh, But How Can Indians Get A Regular UAE Visa?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched a nomination-based Golden Visa scheme – priced at around Rs 23 lakh for Indian applicants. It has sparked interest among many looking to move to the Gulf …
UK Foreign Office issues passport ‘warning’ for Brits flying to Dubai
The Foreign Office has issued an update for UK nationals travelling to Dubai, warning them that their passports must be valid for at least six months beyond their intended arrival date in the country …
UK Foreign Office sends passport warning to tourists flying to Dubai
Brits risk being denied the right to board their flight if they fail to double-check their passport’s expiry date. The Foreign Office has posted an update advising UK nationals travelling to Dubai …
Brits urged to check passports as key rule may see them refused entry to Dubai
If you are travelling to Dubai you will need a visitor or tourist visa, issued on arrival, but you should check your passport meets other requirements before you go …
UAE summer travel: Dh99 staycations win over pricey flight tickets, visa hassles
With air fares soaring and international travel becoming more expensive, many UAE residents are now opting to spend their summer holidays within the country …
Thousands of UAE residents who bought second passport face uncertainty
US Secretary of State signed a memorandum giving 36 countries a 60-day deadline, ending August 13, 2025, to meet stringent vetting and information-sharing standards or face visa bans.
UAE Golden Visa: 5 new professions added to eligibility list; check details here
The United Arab Emirates has broadened access to its Golden Visa programme by introducing five new categories in May which is aimed at attracting a wider pool of skilled professionals. These additions …
What the Middle East’s Schengen-style GCC Unified Visa means for travellers
The Gulf countries will soon launch a unified tourist visa. This visa allows travellers to visit six Gulf nations. These nations are Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman. The visa aims …
UAE Golden visa bonanza: Indian pros in nursing, gaming, education now eligible for 10-year residency program
For Indian nationals, who make up one of the largest expat communities in the UAE, the change opens new doors to work, live, and grow without the need for employer sponsorship …
No visas, Dh81,000 fines: How a Dubai expat helped 8 workers get their passports back
A UAE resident has become something of an unexpected hero for a group of undocumented workers after she took it upon herself to help them break away from an employer. British expat Jessica Madi often …
UAE Embassy in Delhi highlights expanded visa-on-arrival for Indian nationals
The UAE Embassy in New Delhi has highlighted the importance of its expanded visa-on-arrival policy for Indian citizens, effective since February 13, 2025. Indian passport holders with residence …
What’s new in UAE this July: Visa-free travel, remote work, new health law
From health regulations to flexible work options and deadlines, here’s a quick and easy guide to what’s changing this month and how it might affect you …
Top 5 aviation stories this week: Airspace chaos disrupts flights, UAE–Pakistan visa deal, flynas leases 737s
Airlines deal with ripple effects of airspace closures, UAE and Pakistan sign entry visa exemption deal, flynas expands with wet-leased 737-8s . Top 5 aviation stories this week: Airspace chaos …