Saturday, December 28, 2024

UAE residents

New visa-on-arrival service announced for residents from 97 countries

Some UAE residents will be eligible to get visa on arrival in Indonesia, it was announced on Wednesday. The country has appointed VFS Global for its electronic visa on arrival (e-VoA) facility. The technology company’s new e-VoA platform is set...

UAE weather: Yellow and orange alerts issued for fog; temperatures to drop

Yellow and orange alerts were issued early on Monday by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) warning UAE residents of foggy conditions that will reduce horizontal visibility until 9.30am. The authority said that visibility may drop even further in some...

UAE residents look at last-minute travel packages

With summer vacations nearing an end, UAE residents are rushing to make the most of it with last-minute travel deals. Experts say a huge spike in demand is seen for many of their low-cost packages to countries that give...

UAE scam alert: Residents warned of fraudsters using trading company’s name

UAE residents have been warned against scammers using a licensed company’s name and other details to dupe investors. The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), which regulates securities in the UAE, warned that “an unknown party is impersonating the name and...

51% of UAE residents postpone purchases until discounts

An Amazon survey highlights the growing reliance on online shopping in the UAE, and the impact of economic factors on consumer behavior and preference for deals and offers. A poll conducted by YouGov showed that Amazon in The UAE46% of...

UAE residents can expect higher auto, residential insurance costs

S&P Global Ratings said motor insurers in the UAE, who increased their premia by up to 50% for certain coverage over the past year citing frequency and costs of claims, are likely to go in for another round of...

What UAE residents are planning for the Eid Al Fitr holidays

Dubai: Eid Al Fitr is round the corner and residents have made big plans for the Eid holidays. Mexican expat Nela De Con, a residentof Dubai, is heading to Sri Lanka with her family. “We planned this holiday as soon...

UAE residents can now get an e-visa for Morocco

UAE residents looking for a quick and easy getaway to a stunning location can now choose to travel to Morocco – with ease. The North African country is a haven for those who love indulging in different cultures and learning...

UAE residents could soon benefit from voice, texting and data satellite connectivity on their standard smartphones

UAE residents may soon access voice, text, and data satellite connectivity directly on their standard smartphones, regardless of cellular reception availability in certain areas. This advancement is made possible through a partnership between e& UAE and Al Yah Satellite Communications...

Eid Al Fitr holiday: UAE residents could get up to 9 days off

Abu Dhabi: A long holiday awaits UAE residents. To celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, you will get a holiday of up to nine days. Ramadan fasting started in the UAE from Monday, March 11. Like all months of the Islamic calendar, Ramadan is...

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A new category of commercial motorcycle plates will be introduced in Abu Dhabi starting January 1, 2025, the integrated...

Dubai has declared January 1, 2025, as the New Year holiday for public sector employees

This comes after the UAE announced public holiday for government as well as private sector employees for the festive occasion Dubai has declared January 1,...

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund reduces stake in Japan’s Nintendo to 4.19%

The fund cut its stake after the Japanese gaming company suffered a decline in sales of its biggest product. Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has...

Emirates suspends flights to Baghdad and Beirut until January 15, 2025

Emirates has decided to extend the suspension of its flights to Baghdad and Beirut until mid-January 2025 due to the security conditions in the...

World’s first flying taxi service to launch in Abu Dhabi in 2025

A shift in urban travel, replacing 60- to 90-minute car journeys with 10- to 20-minute flights. Abu Dhabi aims to become the world's first city...