EXPAT HUB
Indian Passport Fees Rise by Up to 75%; UAE Also Gets New Service Provider
DUBAI — Indian nationals in the UAE will pay significantly more for passport services starting today, as new fee rules take effect nationwide alongside...
Three UAE Expats Win Dh53.75 Million in Lottery Draws
ABU DHABI - During this week, three expatriates — two Indians and a Nepalese national — struck life-changing lottery wins across the UAE, collectively...
Saudi Arabia Resumes Umrah Visas as New Season Begins
After weeks of suspension during Hajj, the Kingdom has thrown open the doors to millions of pilgrims once again — with tighter systems, new...
Dubai Removes Property Value Floor for Investor Visas, Expanding Buyer Access
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Dubai has eliminated the minimum property value required for its two-year property-linked residency visa, a significant policy shift that...
Saudi Arabia restricts Makkah entry, suspends Umrah visas ahead of Hajj
Riyadh — Saudi Arabia has introduced new restrictions ahead of Hajj 2026, limiting entry into Makkah to permit holders and suspending Umrah visas as...
When the Desert Learns to Weep
From the mountains of Ras Al Khaimah to the salt flats of Abu Dhabi, rain transforms the Emirates into something ancient and alive
A Nation...