New Rules On Alcohol Drinks Announced In Abu Dhabi
A set of new rules for selling alcoholic beverages has been issued by Abu Dhabi's tourism authority. Establishments have six months to comply.
Distribution companies and retail shop managers ha...
October 13, 20220561Category: Legal
340 Covid-19 Cases, 290 Recoveries, No Deaths
On Wednesday, UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention reported 340 cases of the Covid-19 coronavirus, along with 290 recoveries and no deaths.
Hong Kong said on Wednesday it had approved a versi...
October 13, 20220174Category: Coronavirus
Your Fingerprints Will Soon Be Submitted Through Your Smartphone For Emirates ID
UAE residents will soon be able to apply for new Emirates IDs or renew their cards without hassle. Residents will be able to get their identity cards without visiting any centers, making the process e...
October 13, 20220226Category: UAE Local News
GDRFA's Newly launched App - You can apply for a new UAE Visa or Renew Visa
At Gitex Global 2022, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai (GDRFA) announced a new app called GDRFA DXB, which is now available on iOS. In the near future, Google phone us...
October 13, 202201346Category: Visa + Immigration
In Sharjah, Four New Ways To Pay For Government Services Have Been Announced
From its headquarters in Jinan Park, Sharjah, Sharjah Finance Department (SFD) has introduced a range of new digital payment methods to coincide with Gitex Technology Week 2022.
Huda Al Yasi, Direc...
October 12, 20220180Category: UAE Local News
Prices Of Gold Drop To One-week Low In UAE
Prices of gold fell to a one-week low on Monday, amid growing concern that the Federal Reserve will increase interest rates aggressively to combat inflation.
Spot gold was down 0.43 per cent at $1,...
October 12, 20220436Category: Business
Domestic Helpers Cannot Be Hired Without A License Under A New UAE Law
Under the new law on domestic helpers that is set to come into effect on December 15, employers are prohibited from hiring household workers —unless they are licensed to do so, the authorities c...
October 11, 20220739Category: UAE Local News
Expats' Gratuity To Be Boosted By 'Golden Pension' In UAE
In a move to boost its suite of financial planning solutions for nationals and residents, National Bonds has launched a first-of-its-kind Golden Pension Scheme in the UAE.
It has been developed in ...
October 11, 20220301Category: Expats
Al Baik In UAE
The Al Baik chain of Saudi fast food restaurants has its main location in Jeddah, Hejaz, and primarily sells roasted chicken and fried chicken served in a variety of sauces. It is the largest restaura...
October 11, 20220980Category: Food
A Flying Car Takes Off In Dubai, Cruising At 130kmph
It was a historic moment for Dubai on Monday when Xpeng, a Chinese technology and electric vehicle manufacturer, flew its X2 flying car for the first time on a public plane worldwide.
At Skydive Du...
October 10, 20220361Category: Transport
Abu Dhabi Launch A Robot Firefighter Capable Of Working 20 Hours Straight
The Abu Dhabi Civil Defense unveiled a Thermite Robot at Gitex Global, which is equivalent to 10 firefighters. Armed with a spout that can pump 2,500 gallons of water per minute, the robot will be ext...
October 10, 20220233Category: Technology
UAE Resumes Issuing 60-day Tourist Visas
The UAE has resumed issuing 60-day visit visas, according to travel agents. This is part of the sweeping reforms, known as the Advanced Visa System, that came into effect on October 3, as per an annou...
October 09, 20220258Category: Visa + Immigration
Announcement Of Changes To Employment Contracts Regulations
A decree-law on the regulation of employment relationships has been amended by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE).
Under the new amendments, employment contracts must cover a...
October 08, 20220213Category: UAE Local News
Airline Announces Ticket Discounts For UAE Flights
Abu Dhabi-based airline Wizz Air has announced a discount on selected flights to and from the emirate as temperatures drop across the country.
A 15 percent discount is available on certain flights ...
October 08, 20220323Category: Travel
List Of New UAE Visa Fees For Tourists, Investors, And Job Seekers
As the UAE rolls out its largest set of residence visa and entry reforms, residents, tourists, and job seekers will benefit. The Advanced Visa System was implemented on October 4.
The Federal ...
October 06, 202202588Category: Visa + Immigration
Expat From India Wins Dh20 Million In Abu Dhabi's Big Ticket Draw
On Monday, an Indian expat living in Dubai won the grand prize of Dh20 million in Big Ticket's raffle draw series 244.
A helper in a car company in Jebel Ali, Pradeep KP is from Kerala, a south...
October 05, 20220393Category: Expats
Drug Charges Against A Woman Caught With Marijuana At The Airport Dismissed
The UAE's new drug law cleared a South American woman of drug charges after she was caught with marijuana at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
The Dubai Criminal Court acquitted the defendant,...
October 04, 20220280Category: Crime News
UAE's New Sponsorship Rules Will Save Families A Lot On Visa Fees
As a result of the sweeping visa reforms, UAE parents have expressed relief and gratitude that they can now sponsor their sons up to the age of 25.
The amendment is part of the advanced visa servic...
October 04, 20220366Category: Visa + Immigration
