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UAE Blue Visa: This 10-year residency visa is for eco-conscious individuals

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced the Blue Visa for the first time in May last year. Now the UAE has started accepting applications for the 10-year Blue Residency Visa. This visa will be issued to people who make...

Dubai: Parking fees in Dubai will increase during major events

Parkin on Wednesday said that new variable parking fees would apply in some areas of Dubai. The public parking operator announced a fee of Dh25 per hour during events, near event areas. This revised tariff will be effective February 17. In...

Dubai Metro Blue Line to start operations on September 9, 2029

Dubai: The Dubai Metro Blue Line will commence operations from September 9, 2029, the RTA announced on Thursday. The 30km project will strategically link key areas in the emirate through 14 stations. The work on the project will start in April...

Blue Visa: Applications now open for UAE’s 10-Year Blue Visa

Dubai: Individuals who have made significant contributions to environmental protection and sustainability can now apply for the UAE’s 10-year Blue Residency visa. First announced in May 2024, the long-term visa aims to attract experts in sustainability and climate change,...

UAE Golden Visa: The ultimate expat’s guide to getting 10-year residency

The UAE has lots to offer – from being one of the safest places to live to having one of the most ethnically diverse populations – making it an ideal country for lots. The country offers a multitude of visas...

UAE: Govt employees to get 20 per cent salary hike in Fujairah

A 20 per cent raise in salary has been announced for government employees of Fujairah. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, ordered this in a resolution that comes into effect from February 1. The...

UAE: Umrah airfares rise 140% ahead of Ramadan

With the holy month of Ramadan approaching, there has been a spike in Umrah enquiries and bookings in the UAE — leading to airfare hikes of about 140 per cent, compared to the winter months last year. Several residents are...

Dubai: New Parking Fees and Timings Announced for Zone F by Parkin

Dubai’s paid parking tariffs in Zone F have been revised, with new rates and extended timings effective February 1, according to an announcement by Parkin. Zone F covers key areas including Al Sufouh 2, Knowledge Village, Dubai Media City, and Dubai Internet City. Extended Paid Parking Hours The...

UAE weather update: Rainfall and foggy conditions to continue across parts of the country

Dubai: Residents of the UAE experienced light to moderate rainfall across different parts of the country yesterday. The Met Office forecasts rainfall to continue until Sunday, February 2. According to the National Center of Meteorology (NCM), clear to partly cloudy...

New Parking System In Dubai’s Malls — AED 150 Fine If Rules Are Not Followed

As the barrierless parking rollout begins at two popular malls in Dubai, motorists are warned that a Dh150 fine applies if the fee is not paid three days after leaving the shopping centres. The new parking system has already been...

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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...