UAE Passport Rises 6 Places in Henley Passport Index, Achieves Visa-Free Access to 188 Destinations
The UAE passport hits a record high, ranking joint second globally with access to 188 destinations in the…
Emirates Airline Chief Refuses Future Boeing Aircraft Over Quality Concerns
Emirates rejects ten early Boeing 777X jets, calling them 'not fit for purpose' as the manufacturer begins scrapping…
Emirates Introduces Adjustable Economy Headrests for Improved In-Flight Comfort
Emirates has launched the U-Dream Headrest on three Airbus A350 aircraft. The adjustable economy-class feature supports the head…
UAE Dirham Conversion Mandated: FTA Directive No. 3 of 2026 on Crypto VAT
UAE FTA Directive No. 3 of 2026 mandates using a three-platform average rate to convert crypto to AED…
UAE Doubles Emirates ID Renewal Window to One Year, Federal Authority for Identity Announces
UAE citizens can now renew Emirates IDs 12 months early. New integrated digital filing cuts processing time by…
Indian Expats in UAE Demand Permanent Solution to Passport Crisis and Fee Hike Rollback
UAE-based Indians face 60% passport fee hikes while the Delhi High Court quashes the service provider contract, causing…
UAE Five-Year Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa: Sponsor-Free Entry, 180-Day Annual Limit
The UAE five-year multiple-entry visa allows self-sponsored stays of 90 days per visit. Applicants need a $4,000 bank…
Delhi High Court Quashes Alhind Tours LLC’s Tender for Indian Passport Services in UAE
Delhi High Court quashes Indian passport service tender for UAE and other missions on July 15, 2026, ordering…
European Union Aviation Safety Agency Warns Airlines to Avoid Gulf States Amid Conflict-Zone Bulletins Ceasefire Agreements
EASA advises airlines to avoid Gulf airspace as of July 14, 2026, citing missile and drone risks. The…
U.S. Embassy UAE Cancels July 13–15 Appointments, Routine Visa Services Remain Suspended
U.S. Embassy UAE cancels appointments July 13–15, 2026, due to security. Applicants should wait for rescheduling and avoid…
UAE Employment Visa vs Golden Visa: Work Permit and Residence Differences Explained
Compare UAE Employment and Golden Visas: Learn about residence independence, work permit requirements, and tax obligations for expatriates…
Smartraveller Updates Travel Guidance for Transit Through UAE and Qatar Airports
Australia warns travelers to reconsider transiting UAE and Qatar due to regional strikes and flight disruptions, keeping both…
Iranian Attacks on Gulf Targets Disrupt 1,500 Flights, Trigger Rerouting and Suspensions
Iranian strikes and GPS jamming disrupt 1,500 Gulf flights. U.S. retaliates with strikes on 140 sites as airlines…
UAE Federal Tax Authority Sets AED 375,000 as Mandatory VAT Registration Threshold for Businesses
UAE VAT registration is mandatory at 375,000 AED and voluntary at 187,500 AED. Businesses must apply via EmaraTax…