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UAE visa reforms
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Dubai
UAE visit visa: Dubai travellers to carry AED3,000 cash, return flight ticket, proof of accommodation
The requirements are set in place to ensure that visitors do not misuse the tourist visa system to overstay beyond the permitted 60 or 90 days, said Rikin Sheth, Assistant Vice President at musafir.com
Abu Dhabi
Dubai tops growth among world’s wealthiest cities as millionaire population soars
With over 72,000 resident millionaires today, Dubai’s rise testifies to its pro-business policies and welcoming stance towards capital, factors that will propel it up future rankings, an expert says
Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri
New GCC unified tourist visa to launch in 2024-2025, says UAE Minister
The unified tourist visa will focus on attracting and retaining tourists within the region to enhance economic integration
Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri
UAE visa-free travel for GCC to be introduced ‘very soon’: Report
UAE Economy Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri disclosed this development during a conference in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, the report said
Abu Dhabi
UAE announces new visa fines for residents, tourists
A fixed fine of AED50 will be placed for each day after the visa’s expiration date
Abu Dhabi
UAE job alert: Work permit rules now changed for employees
The decision comes following recommendations from the UAE Federal National Council
Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
Major UAE visa update: Expats need AED10,000 salary to sponsor family
The new UAE visa rule outlines all procedures associated with the loss or damage of passports or identity cards for expats
Abu Dhabi
UAE residents can sponsor friends, family with 90 day Dubai visa: Everything you need to know
Here’s all you need to know about the new UAE friends and family visit visa
Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
New UAE visa rule: Dubai residents can now sponsor friends, family for 90 days
Individuals can apply for the 90-day visa via the GDFRA website, mobile application or via the Amer centre
Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
UAE announces 15 visa, entry permit updates
The updates include visa extensions through the smart system, multiple-entry group family visa, renewal, and more
10-year visa in UAE
UAE Golden Visa: How the UAE has transformed its global status through visa reform
Learn about the UAE’s visa history, including the impactful Golden Visa and Smart Visa programs, as the country attracts tourists, investors and skilled workers to boost its economy. A tale of evolution and innovation
Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
New UAE visa: Overstaying tourists to face absconding charges, fines, blacklist
Those who overstay their visa expiration could further be blacklisted and banned from entering the UAE or any GCC
Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
UAE announces major visa change for all nationalities
The rules and regulations are subject to change without notice, the UAE ICP reportedly said
Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
UAE changes visa rules for those living abroad
Residents living outside the UAE for over six months will need to apply for a re-entry permit
digital services
UAE visa update: Entry permit rules changed
Extensions for UAE entry permit rules changed by Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customers and Ports Security
Abu Dhabi
UAE announces new visa fines for tourists and residents
The UAE has changed the fines for people overstaying their visa in the country. Anybody who overstays the duration of a residency visa will now pay double the previous fee.