UAE visa renewal policy: Here’s what residents and visit visa holders need to know, from documentation to deadlines
In latest news, UAE authorities have confirmed that visit visa holders whose duration of stay expired after March 1 must leave the country in one month’s time. It warned that those who fail to comply will face fines for overstay,…
UAE Visa Renewals: Here are the Latest Updates
With the downward trend in coronavirus cases in the UAE, an increasing number of daily recoveries and opening up of businesses and international borders, the country is gradually returning to normality. While social distancing and other safety measures remain firmly in…
Dubai’s New Media Academy Launches YouTube Programme for the Youth
The New Media Academy in Dubai — the first digital academy of its kind in the Middle East — has launched the Youth YouTuber Program, in collaboration with Nas Academy (Nas Daily Group). A group of experts will be teaching…
Dubai to get Driverless Bus
GACHA, a self-driving robotbus which can operate in all weather conditions, will soon be arriving in Dubai. Invented by Finland-based startup Sensible 4, GACHA’s launch is part of Cohort 7 global start-up programme by Dubai Future Accelerators (DFA). The DFA is…
Coronavirus: Abu Dhabi International Airport Adopts Safety Measures
With the resumption of several flights, Abu Dhabi International Airport has adopted a number of measures across all facilities, helping enhance the safety of employees and passengers and preventing a second wave of coronavirus. In a press statement, General Manager Abu Dhabi…
Dubai Metro Route 2020 Inaugurated
Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA) recently inaugurated its 15-kilometre Red Line extension, Metro Route 2020, worth USD 2.9 billion. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the line during an official…
Burj Khalifa Welcomes Tourists To Dubai
Dubai opened its doors to international tourists on 7th July after a shutdown of nearly four months, following the outbreak of coronavirus. To welcome back tourists, the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai, hosted a special light show…
UAE is the third safest country in the world, reveals global database Numbeo
Everyone has their own checklist and set of priorities when it comes to choosing a new travel destination. For some, an ultimate shopping experience is what matters most while for others its where the party’s at! However, a common concern…
Dubai Summer Surprises 2020: Here’s What To Expect
Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) — an important event in Dubai’s annual calendar — is returning to the emirate on Thursday, 9th July. The 23rd edition of DSS will run for seven weeks, until 29th August, and will feature deals and…
Dubai Field Hospital Discharges Last COVID-19 Patient
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) Field Hospital has discharged its last coronavirus patient, a Japanese national, Hiroaki Fujita, who has been a UAE resident for nearly three years. He was allowed to leave and go home after testing negative for…