Thursday, February 12, 2026

UAE residents

GCC tourist visa: What we know so far about the unified 6-country visa

Dubai: Soon, visiting the Gulf’s top destinations may be as easy as clicking 'apply' once. A major travel update is on the way for UAE residents and frequent travellers: a unified tourist visa that covers all six GCC countries is...

Schengen visa scam in UAE: Fake travel agents charging Dh4,000, experts warn

With the summer travel season in full swing, UAE residents are being warned about fraudulent travel agents charging thousands of dirhams per person for Schengen visa appointments and disappearing without delivering. Faisal M., a resident of Dubai Marina, had planned...

32 countries allow UAE residents to travel directly to without a visa

Many countries offer visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry benefits. For residents In the UAE, regardless of their nationality, thanks to the UAE's strong global standing and bilateral agreements. Since visa regulations are constantly changing, it's always a good idea to check...

Schengen visa: UAE residents can book appointment slots in April via these countries

UAE: Planning Europe trip this summer? Apply for your Schengen visa now Traveling to Europe during the summer holidays has become a common affair for UAE residents, with many seeking to escape the heat and enjoy the pleasant weather, extended...

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...

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Gold Prices Stable in Dubai Morning Trade – 24K Around Dh610

Gold Prices: At 9am UAE time, the 24K gold price was trading at Dh610.75 per gram, slightly up from...

Dubai Metro New Fines Alert: Dh100 to Dh2,000 Penalties Announced

Dubai: If you’ve ever rushed onto the Dubai Metro only to realise you’re in the wrong cabin, you’re not alone. While it’s a common...

Indian woman missing in Dubai, last location Ajman Police HQ, son seeks help

Disturbing news has emerged from Dubai, where an Indian woman has been missing for the past few days. Her son, Shaivi Bhandkar, has appealed...

Dubai Police Introduce New Online Platform for Lawyers with AI-Enabled Website

The platform, accessible through the authority's website using secure UAE Pass log in, was unveiled on January 20 during a press conference A new platform...

Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) in Dirham – Oct 28, 2025

Today Gold Rate in Dubai (UAE) Today Per tola is AED 5,499.48 while 24k Per 10 Gram gold price is AED 4,715.00 . Usually people opt...