Author: Dubai News Staff
The government of Dubai implemented ‘Salama’ which operates through artificial intelligence to allow residents to achieve instant visa renewal online. Through management by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs–Dubai (GDRFA) the system works to do away with both extensive waiting times and documentation requirements. Key Features of ‘Salama’ Through AI integration the system performs automatic visa renewals promptly. ✅ Automatic user identification upon login ✅ Integrated payment system for seamless transactions Through the system users can handle dependent visas by renewing them and canceling them. Viizens can monitor their visa duration and check the expiration date in real-time…
Outstanding students together with graduates and education specialists received 16,456 Golden Visas under the UAE’s commitment towards academic excellence. The extended period of residence program focuses on attracting high-level education professionals as the country builds its status as an international education powerhouse. The Golden Visas primarily benefit high-achieving high school graduates who total 10,710 individuals because of their excellent academic results. The prestigious visa was granted to all 5,246 graduates from accredited UAE universities by government authorities. In addition to these specialists there are 147 international university graduates and 16 scholars who have been included along with the 337 education…
Dubai Lynx Awards 2025 will take place on April 9 at Emirates Golf Club to become the region’s leading creative excellence awards. Different contests within advertising and marketing show their invitation to outstanding creative campaigns which break new ground. Key Highlights of Dubai Lynx 2025 Adidas Named Advertiser of the Year Adidas secured the Advertiser of The Year Award because their pioneering ‘Liquid Billboard’ and ‘The Female Field’ projects yielded crucial success throughout the MENA region. Senior Brand Director of adidas EMC Eugene Karasev will receive the annual prize during the ceremony. Chafic Haddad Honored as Advertising Person of the…
During his visit to Dubai Errol Musk announced that the forthcoming “international institute” in UAE will become the Musk Tower through which scientists will access space-time travel and conduct gravity research. The strategic international placement of the UAE serves as the best foundation for Musk Tower according to Elon Musk who made his statements during his visit to Dubai instead of the US or Russia. Through its partnership with Al Khaili Group in Abu Dhabi the project will incorporate a groundbreaking funding mechanism supported by the “Musk It” crypto coin enabling users to exchange their portfolio for building shares. Pro-crypto…
Government ministries and federal entities under FAHR leadership received their official working schedules for Ramadan 2025 from the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources in the UAE. Officials in government offices must work from 9:00 AM until 2:30 PM Monday through Thursday as per the circular release. Beginning at 9:00 AM each Friday the workplace schedule will span until 12:00 PM. الهيئة تعلن ساعات العمل في شهر رمضان للوزارات والجهات الاتحادية pic.twitter.com/9PcnLKrQx2 — FAHR (@FAHR_UAE) February 23, 2025 During the month of Ramadan federal entities can execute flexible operation times and remote work programs based on their unique requirements yet…
Through its Golden Visa system the UAE now offers foreign yacht oweners a 10-year residence permit program that targets high net worth investors to establish their presence in Abu Dhabi. Through the Golden Quay to Abu Dhabi program established by DCT Abu Dhabi the Abu Dhabi Investment Office and Yas Marina provide long-term residency benefits to suitable yacht owners since December 2024. Abu Dhabi’s Golden Quay: A Gateway for Luxury Investors This priority visa plan allows superyacht vessel owners together with executive leadership staff and yachting sector investors to connect with business activities at Abu Dhabi marinas and investment avenues.…
The Business Opportunities Visa introduced by the UAE creates an attraction strategy for global business professionals and investors who wish to explore economic options within the country through its 180-day entry allocation. Individuals applying for this visa through the Federal Authority for Identity Citizenship Customs and Port Security (ICP) can secure entry as either single or multiple times with term durations of 60, 90 or 120 days before their total stay reaches 180 days. People qualifying for this visa must demonstrate four factors which include an over-six-months-valid passport as well as UAE health insurance coverage and return flight confirmation and…
During Ramadan Dubai welcomes people to become more spiritual as they participate in community activities. Throughout the month the city becomes more relaxed with shorter workdays and various special events happen across Dubai. When Will Ramadan Begin? The beginning of Ramadan 2025 will occur on Saturday March 1 if moon observation indicates. The holy period lasts between 29 and 30 days leading to Eid Al Fitr which will be celebrated on March 30 or 31. Ramadan Traditions in Dubai The day brings Muslims the obligation to fast between dawn and sunset along with two critical meals consisting of iftar when…
Eight countries have sent their warships to attend NAVDEX 2025 which took place at ADNEC Marina from February 17 to 21. IPDEX and NAVDEX 2025 join forces due to collaboration by ADNEC Group and the UAE Ministry of Defence and Tawazun Council while receiving direct patronage from President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. A Global Naval Showcase A total of eight warships from Bahrain, Oman, United Kingdom, Pakistan, Greece, South Korea and India will appear at the exposition. Commodore Rashed Ibrahim Rashed Al-Muhaisni from the NAVDEX Maritime Committee declared this edition the biggest and most prestigious in…
The Dubai Loop represents an advanced underground transit system that will revolutionize city transport through its development in Dubai. The project emerged on the third day of World Government Summit (WGS) 2025 after The Boring Company and Dubai Roads and Transport Authority formed a partnership with Elon Musk. The Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum proclaimed the Dubai Loop as a massive advancement in mobility because it facilitates rapid emissions-free service between densely populated urban zones. On the sidelines of the World Governments Summit today, we announced a partnership to launch the Dubai Loop…