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How to get digital copies of your UAE government documents on your smartphone for free
Dubai: If you’re a Dubai resident, you know that paperless transactions and communications are the way to go. That’s why the emirate has made getting digital copies of all official documents a simple process. Here’s how you can get digital versions of all your government-issued documents, right fro
UAE Grand Tour 2026: Here’s how to book seven curated multi-emirate itineraries from Dh7,903 per person
Dubai: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Fujairah... if you want to experience the uniqueness of each emirate, hop onto the UAE Grand Tour. What is the UAE Grand Tour? At the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which concluded on September 17, the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism announced the launch of the UAE G
Abu Dhabi Digital Skills Card: What it is, who can get it and how to apply in 2026
Dubai: Abu Dhabi is making professional credentials easier to verify, thanks to the newly introduced Digital Skills Card. What is this card and how do you acquire it? Find out below. What is the Digital Skills Card? Last week, the UAE saw the launch of the Gulf region’s first Digital Skills Card. I
Dubai vaccination e-certificate: When you need one and how to download it instantly via DubaiNow
Dubai: Need to show proof of a recent vaccination? You can easily do so with DubaiNow’s vaccination e-certificate service. Here’s why you might need a certificate, and how to download with the tap of a few buttons. Why do I need a vaccination certificate? A vaccination certificate may be required f
UAE gratuity deductions: What employers can legally withhold
Dubai: If your end-of-service payout is coming up short, it might be because your employer has made certain deductions from it. When is it allowed for an employer to deduct from end-of-service benefits and what can you do if you feel your gratuity has been wrongly withheld? Find out below. End-of
Can a mother sponsor her child's visa in the UAE? Eligibility, documents and costs explained for 2026
Dubai: If you are a woman in the UAE, and wondering whether you can sponsor a visa for your child, here’s the short answer: yes, you can, provided you are eligible to do so. For the longer answer, read on below, and learn about the eligibility criteria, what documents are required, and how to apply
Planning a Jebel Jais trip? 3 major upgrades coming to the UAE’s highest mountain
Dubai: If your weekend getaway plan often includes a drive to Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah, there are some major upgrades coming your way. Marjan, Ras Al Khaimah’s master developer, announced last week its plans to upgrade experiences at the UAE’s highest peak, with plans that could soon turn your
Leaving your UAE job? 5 documents and records you should keep
Dubai: Planning to leave your job in the UAE? Before you move on to your next work assignment, it is important to maintain a record of all the contractual rights you have as a worker, which can include your notice period duration as well as your final end-of-service dues. Here are five documents th
Dubai flu shot 2026: Where to get vaccinated, how to book and what it costs
Dubai: Have you taken your flu shot yet? If not, it’s time to roll up your sleeve. Just this week, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) launched its 2026-2027 awareness campaign on influenza and seasonal respiratory diseases under the theme "Protect Yourself... Protect Your Community.” Flu
Dubai Safari Park reopens October 12: What to know before you visit
Dubai: Dubai Safari Park today announced the opening dates for Season 8, with Dubai’s largest wildlife park opening gates from October 12. At the Arabian Travel Market 2026, Dubai Safari Park also announced that visitors will be able to enjoy a new ‘Royal Safari’ experience and a greater focus on h
Dubai airport immigration: 3 ways to clear passport control faster
Dubai: Passport control at Dubai Airports can now take just a few seconds, as Dubai authorities use biometric technology, facial recognition, electronic passport reading and automated pre-screening to make the travel experience even better at the world’s busiest airport. If you are planning to trav
UAE child vaccination schedule: What vaccines are due and how to book in Dubai
Dubai: For new parents, one of the biggest decisions they will have to make, early in their child’s life, has to do with immunisation – what vaccine does my child need and when? The UAE has simplified the answer. The country’s National Immunisation Programme provides a comprehensive, mandatory vacc