Uae Guide
How to extend a UAE visit visa 2026: Fees, documents and where to apply without leaving the country
By Sanya Nayeem •Nov 4, 2026
Dubai: If you’re having a great time in the UAE on your visit visa, and are looking to extend its duration, you may be able to do so without leaving ...
How to register Ejari and activate DEWA on DubaiNow: Steps, documents and fees for 2026
By Sanya Nayeem •Nov 4, 2026
Dubai: Need to pay your electricity and water security deposit? Or want to register, renew or cancel your tenancy contract? Now, you can complete all...
Free AI courses in the UAE 2026: Four programmes to learn prompt engineering, generative AI and more
By Sanya Nayeem •Nov 3, 2026
Dubai: From Agentic AI transforming governance, to everyday tasks becoming more streamlined and accessible – the UAE is at the forefront of artificia...
UAE Sanadak guide 2026: How to file a complaint against your bank or insurance company, and what to expect
By Sanya Nayeem •Nov 1, 2026
Dubai: Are you struggling to resolve an issue with a bank or an insurance company? Perhaps it’s time to contact Sanadak, the first financial ombudsma...
Think your rental contract is misleading? New Dubai ruling lets you cancel it before tenancy begins
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 31, 2026
Dubai: Are you being deceived by your lease agreement? Is it setting up expectations that are different from reality? If your contract can be proven ...
Abu Dhabi Wildlife Response Network: How the new EAD initiative rescues and rehabilitates injured animals
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 31, 2026
Dubai: Vulnerable and endangered animals in Abu Dhabi have become safer, this October, with the launch of the Abu Dhabi Wildlife Response Network by ...
Dubai Fitness Challenge: 6,500 free workout sessions at Kite Beach, from yoga to surfing
By Huda Tabrez •Oct 30, 2026
Dubai: As Dubai gears up for the fitness challenge that begins on Saturday, October 31, the largest free sports village during the 30x30 challenge wi...
Dubai Design Week 2026: Dates, tickets, highlights and what’s free at the 12th edition
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 30, 2026
Dubai: Looking for inspiration? Watch art and design come alive at the region’s largest creative festival – Dubai Design Week. The 12th edition of th...
Does your UAE health insurance end when you quit your job? Here’s what happens after visa cancellation
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 30, 2026
Dubai: If you are employed in Dubai, you likely have health insurance. But what happens when you quit your job? Does your health insurance expire wit...
Pedestrian rules in the UAE: Six things you need to know
By Huda Tabrez •Oct 29, 2026
Dubai: New pedestrian rules will be implemented from January 1, 2027, as Cabinet Resolution No. 174 of 2026 comes into effect. The Resolution covers ...
Changing jobs in the UAE? Your bank may use your gratuity to clear your debts – here’s how to stop it
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 28, 2026
Dubai: If you’re changing jobs, your gratuity or end-of-service benefits provide a reassuring cushion during the transition period. But if you have o...
UAE driving test rules change from January 1, 2027: 6 mistakes that could mean an instant ‘fail’
By Huda Tabrez •Oct 28, 2026
Dubai: Driving learners will have a set of new regulations to keep in mind from next year, from ensuring they score at least 75 per cent on their pra...
Dubai World Trade Centre's final bridge opens October 30: Six-minute journey cut to one minute
By Huda Tabrez •Oct 28, 2026
Dubai: Driving down Sheikh Zayed Road is going to get even more smooth from this week, as the final bridge is opened on Friday, October 30, as part o...
Failed your Dubai driving test? Here’s what happens next – lessons, fees and how to rebook
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 28, 2026
Dubai: If you failed your driving test in Dubai, don’t worry – booking another appointment is easy. What’s important to know, however, is that you wi...
Can you work on your spouse’s visa in the UAE? Yes, but only if you have these documents
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 28, 2026
Dubai: Are you currently on your spouse’s visa, and wondering if you can work without the hassle of cancelling or switching visas? The answer is – ye...
Dubai Municipality opens applications for Al Ruwayyah campsite – all you need to know
By Huda Tabrez •Oct 27, 2026
Dubai: The winter season is here and Dubai Municipality has announced that it has begun taking applications for campsite permits for the Al Ruwayyah ...
Is your Dubai AI business certified? Here’s why the Dubai AI Seal matters, and how to apply for free
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 27, 2026
Dubai: If you own or work for a business in Dubai that’s at the frontier of artificial intelligence (AI), get it verified by the Dubai government by ...
Lost your passport abroad? UAE Golden Visa holders can get a return permit in 30 minutes – Here’s how
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 27, 2026
Dubai: One primary emotion likely takes over when you lose your passport abroad – sheer panic. But this is not the case, if you’re a Golden Visa hold...
Dubai parking fees: 3 ways to pay less, find cheaper spaces or park for free
By Huda Tabrez •Oct 26, 2026
Dubai: If you’re looking for ways to reduce your everyday costs, an easy way to look for little savings is to understand how the variable parking fee...
Etihad Rail’s Al Dhaid station in Sharjah: Ticket prices, 3 bus routes, timings and free parking
By Huda Tabrez •Oct 26, 2026
Dubai: Planning to take the train to Sharjah? The Etihad Rail station in the emirate of Sharjah is located in Al Dhaid city, connecting travellers to...
Abu Dhabi Freelancer Licence guide 2026: Eligibility, documents, fees and step-by-step TAMM application
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 26, 2026
Dubai: Are you a resident of Abu Dhabi, and wishing you could work independently? Getting a Freelancer Licence is easy. Just ask Khala Aousha, the ma...
UAE eSIM guide 2026: How to switch from a physical SIM to an eSIM for free
By Huda Tabrez •Oct 24, 2026
Dubai: Want to switch from a physical SIM card to an electronic or eSIM? Telecom providers across the UAE offer an easy option for users to switch to...
Dubai move-out guide 2026: Checklist, legal obligations, deposit refund and what landlords can charge you
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 24, 2026
Dubai: Are you moving out of your rented apartment or villa? Before you close the door behind you, make sure your tenancy paperwork has been conclude...
Dubai Rental Disputes Centre guide 2026: How to file a complaint, what it costs and what to expect
By Sanya Nayeem •Oct 23, 2026
Dubai: Disagreements between landlords and tenants are understandable, and often quickly resolved. But if neither party is willing to come to a concl...
UAE rain alert: DEWA shares five steps to protect your home’s electrical system
By Huda Tabrez •Oct 23, 2026
Dubai: It’s time to prepare for the rain. As the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology forecasts rains today, with a change in weather across the UAE,...