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Dubai Airports introduce new scheme...
Recently, Dubai Airports have released a thorough and exhaustive plan to ensure a seamless travel experience for People of Determination (“PoD”) who are using the Dubai International Airport (“DXB”). This new programme will be rolled out in two phases over two years and unite...
- By, Ishani Chatterjee
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100 Percent Tax Refund Scheme...
The UAE government has introduced a paperless tax refund system for tourists visiting the country. Under the electronic tax-refund system, registered retail merchants in the Emirates will generate electronic invoices that will allow tourists to claim VAT refunds. The system is integrated for purchases...
- By, Pavitra Shetty
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Carrying Dangerous Goods On Flight...
Thinking about flying to or from the UAE? This article covers, in brief, the dangerous goods which are prohibited on flights along with those substances that need prior consent. Since failure to adhere to the policy of the dangerous good may result in legal sanctions including fines and imprisonment,...
- By, Ilina Devadhar
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Residency passport renewal in...
Foreigners who want to live and work in the United Arab Emirates long-term need a UAE Residence Visa. This resident visa offers many benefits to the holder, such as allowing them to open a bank account, get loans, get a driver’s license, or access government health services. However, to...
- By, Harshdeep Agrawal
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Updated COVID-19 Rules for Entering...
COVID-19 rules for people entering the UAE through land have been updated and will go into effect on March 29. The National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security have announced the update. According...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Flights to UAE from Four African...
In the wake of the Omicron COVID-19 variant, the UAE has suspended inbound flights from few African countries until further notice. As per the decision taken by the UAE authorities, flights from Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Nigeria have been temporarily suspended as a precautionary measure. The measure...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Overview of the tourism industry's...
Dubai is renowned all over the world for its tourist industry. The industry is one of the significant contributors to Dubai’s growth and prosperity. While Dubai has been attracting travellers from all over the world, at the same time it lures entrepreneurs and investors to earn and enjoy the vast...
- By, SAMRAT KRISHNA ARORA
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New Visitor Procedures Clarified...
The Civil Aviation Authority of Oman took to Twitter to clarify new COVID-19 travel requirements to the country. As per the Twitter post, travellers must have a PCR test done before arriving at the airports in Oman. A traveller’s registration card must be obtained by flyers by registering themselves...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Visa Extension Rules: A Favorable...
Certain residency rights of women in UAE are dependent on the rights of their spouses or anybody who is sponsoring women and their children. In case of marriage, there is a possibility that the couple might get divorced or the husband might expire. In the UAE, there are many women who reside in UAE...
- By, Tanisha Bharwada
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How to apply for Driving License...
Dubai and the United Arab Emirates is a booming destination of work for many expatriates and citizens. In a 2019 survey conducted by Mister Auto, wherein over 100 cities had participated, Dubai was adjudged as the second-best city in the world. Several factors were taken into consideration- Road Congestion,...
- By, Sachitananda
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Looking For Work In The UAE? First...
The UAE in 2022 remains one of the world's most attractive destinations when it comes to tourism or business, millions of people travel in and out looking for work or even just a relaxing getaway and the UAE government has done a tremendous job in catering to the demands of this populace, yet work remains....
- By, Tanish Pankaj Amin
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Sharjah Boosts Tourism with 10-Week...
The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) introduced a ten week long campaign in a big to boost tourism within the Emirate. Several tourism packages that include accommodation, activities and events are a part of the campaign. The campaign was announced as an initiative to develop...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Visa Extension Rule: A Favorable...
Certain residency rights of women in UAE are dependent on the rights of their spouses or anybody who is sponsoring women and their children. In case of marriage, there is a possibility that the couple might get divorced or for this article, the husband might die. In UAE, there are many women who are...
- By, Aarya Nargunde
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Dubai Tourism Hub for all The...
Dubai, one of the most rapidly growing and advancing cities in the world, has become a prime tourist destination in recent decades. Its geography, demography, economy, technology, development, and modernity are contributing factors in its rise to the pedestal of popularity. Dubai's becoming of a tourism...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Dilemma on UAE-India Flight Services...
The one significant uncertainty is whether India would open up its skies completely after December 15. Will the Omicron variant postpone the return of foreign flights even more? This is based on flight ticket prices between the UAE and India. In recent weeks, cost of fares surpassed Dh3,000. Despite...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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Travellers to Dubai Get Free Expo...
The UAE’s 50th National Day celebrations now includes free Dubai Expo 2020 tickets for anyone entering the country. The Dubai Council for Border Crossing Points Security and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigner Affairs at Dubai have collaborated on this freebie distribution. As per...
- By, Sunil Ambalavelil
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