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UAE

Dubai: Variable parking fee to start from April, Parkin announces

Parkin PJSC — the largest operator of paid public parking facilities in the emirate — said the new variable pricing tariff is set to be introduced from early April 2025 across Dubai. Public parking is classified into four tariff zones...

Dubai announces parking, free Salik timings during Ramadan

Salik, parking and Dubai Metro timings will change during the holy month of Ramadan, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Wednesday. Both the Red and Green lines of Dubai Metro will run from 5am to 12 midnight from...

Dubai residency visas can now be renewed online within minutes

Residents can now renew their visa easily as the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) launched a new AI-powered digital platform. Through the platform Salama, residents can complete their visa renewal within minutes. They can also download the...

UAE reduces working hours for private sector employees

The UAE has announced reduced working hours for private sector employees during the month of Ramadan. Working hours will be reduced by two hours across the UAE, as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE). Private sector companies may,...

UAE Launches ‘Donate Safely’ Campaign to Regulate Ramadan Donations in 2025

As Ramadan 2025 approaches, the UAE’s Ministry of Community Development has launched the second season of its 'Donate Safely, Protect Your Money from Exploitation' campaign. The initiative aims to uphold the spirit of giving while ensuring that donations are secure and properly regulated. Strict...

Dubai launches new residency visa renewal platform that completes…

Residents can now renew their visa easily as the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) launched a new AI-powered digital platform. Through the platform Salama, residents can complete their visa renewal within minutes. They can also download the...

Ramadan 2025: UAE reduces working hours for private sector employees

The UAE has announced reduced working hours for private sector employees during the month of Ramadan. Working hours will be reduced by two hours across the UAE, as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE). Private sector companies may,...

Dubai’s RTA announces temporary bus route changes near DXB

There will be temporary diversions on several public bus routes due to development works around Dubai International Airport (DXB), the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Saturday. These changes, which took effect on February 21, will remain in place...

Dubai announces new multiple-entry visa scheme: Details Here

Yacht crew members can now apply for a multiple-entry visa to Dubai, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) announced on Saturday, February 22. The new multiple-entry visa will be for six months, the GDRFA said on the...

UAE expands visa-on-arrival for Indians, includes visas from 6 more nations

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expanded its visa-on-arrival programme for Indian nationals by including travellers with valid visas, residence permits, or Green Cards from six more countries on the eligibility list. The move permits more Indian passport holders...

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Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan announces Golden Visa for nurses

Dubai will now offer golden visas to nurses employed with Dubai Health who have served for more than 15...

Dubai’s Salik to launch ‘customised tags’ for corporate customers

Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, Salik, is in the process of launching a new ‘Customised Tags’ initiative, allowing corporate customers to personalise Salik tags...

UAE offers multiple-entry permit to foreigners applying for Blue Residence visa

The UAE has launched a 180-day permit for expats to apply for the Blue Residency visa — a 10-year residency granted to individuals who...

Dubai’s Global Village announces extension of Season 29

Sad to see one of your favourite destinations wrapping up for the summer? The good news is that Dubai's Global Village, one of the...

UAE starts easing penalties for companies late to register taxes

Dubai: The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced that it has started applying a UAE Cabinet Decision to waive fines for some businesses that...