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Smart Gates to allow International Passengers to walk in without showing passport or air ticket. In 2023 , millions of passengers using the Terminal 3 will start allowing international passengers walk in through check points without having to show their air tickets or passport. The new technology in place is the face recognition system. Smart Gate system will initially be available for Emirates Airline Passengers using the Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport and will then be extended to Terminal 1 and 2 to cover passengers of other airlines as well. Originally launched in 2020 by  General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai (GDRFA) , the system  was used only for UAE, GCC nationals and residents, and from 2023, the system will now allow international and transit passengers to walk through check points at airport without human intervention or the need to have a stamp on the passport. If registered with smart gate, you can walk in without hol...

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Visa Updates: UAE issues 5 New Visas from September 2022 by Sanjay Makhija on August 14, 2022 Post Pandemic in UAE, visas are a major topic of discussion. UAE cabinet has approved now some new visas as the country continues to welcome expats from around the globe. The aim is to attract and retain global talents and skilled workers. With new visas being granted from next month, let's find out which visa suits your needs. Business visa For persons who want to start their own company or invest in other companies, a business visa can be availed without the need of a sponsor. Temporary work visa For candidates coming on a project or temporary work assignments, a temporary work visa can be applied by submitting a temporary work contract or a letter from the employer. Candidates also need to provide a health certificate along with the application. Visa for studying and training This type of visas are issued for studying courses, internships and training purposes. The application should p...

What the  UAE's New Green Visa means for Teachers UAE has for a few months been taking initiatives to attract the world's best talents in various fields, inviting them to establish their roots and feel UAE is their home. This 5-year residency visa is for middle-income workers to sponsor themselves and their immediate family members. The Green visa is focused on attracting talents, skilled professionals, freelancers, investors, and entrepreneurs. What is a UAE green visa? UAE's newest Green visa has been launched for people with Bachelor's degrees who earn AED 15,000 (USD 4,084) or more, per month. The idea behind launching this Green Visa is to attract global talent and invite them to come and make UAE their new home. Who qualifies for a green visa in UAE? Green Visa is available to investors, entrepreneurs, highly-skilled individuals, top students, and graduates. The Green Visa allows holders to self-sponsor themselves, thus eliminating the need to seek a local sponsor...

Visa on Arrival for Passengers from 70 Countries      Pic: courtesy Mo Azizi from Shutterstock As countries across the world started opening up in 2021, welcoming tourists, UAE does not wish to be left behind. UAE gets in full speed to welcome travelers from around the world to the most prestigious event of the year, Expo 2020 . According to Emirates, the national carrier of Dubai, passengers from 70 countries are now eligible to get multiple-entry 90-day visit visas. Holders of passports from any of the below-mentioned countries will have the multiple entry visa stamped on arrival, the visa is valid for 6 months and visitors can stay for 90 days in total. If citizens of these countries have already utilized their 90-day stay, they can still apply for prearranged visas to visit Dubai. Citizens of countries or territories who can avail  90-day multiple entry visas are: Argentina Austria Bahamas Islands Barbados Belgium Brazil Bulgaria Chile Columbia Costa Ri...

  Traveling to UAE for Work or Visit? If you are planning to travel to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or any of the 7 emirates in UAE (United Arab Emirates), let's find out the available options for visas to work, visit or reside in UAE. When traveling to any foreign country, it's always best to know what are options being provided by the host country, the procedures to apply for visas, the cost of travel, living, transport, customs, do's and donts, and other details to make your travel easy. Is there a visa needed to visit Dubai? Anyone looking to visit Dubai needs to get a visa, there are different types of visas applicable for visiting as a tourist or working and residing in UAE. One needs to find out the type of visa to apply for as some country nationals have options to get a visa on arrival and some need to apply in advance. how much is the validity of the visas issued? All visas are normally valid for 60 days from issue until travel to UAE but some short-term visas issued for 48 ...

The Kashmir Files (2022) The Kashmir Files is a Hindi movie written and directed by Vivek Agnihotri which was   released on March 11, 2022. The movie is based on a story written after interviewing all the Kashmiri Hindus who were displaced out of their homes, their homeland from Kashmiri militants trained and supported by neighboring Pakistan and also supported equally by the ruling Jammu and Kashmir government run by the then Chief Minister Mr. Farooq Abdullah.

Online POA (Power of Attorney) & Vacating Notice - Dubai Since the start of the covid-19 pandemic, many countries have enforced lockdowns and travel restrictions, as a result, more firms are being compelled to operate remotely, and some federal and state governments are working swiftly to enable entirely online operations to keep enterprises running.

 Lata Mangeshkar Passes away on Feb 6, 2022 Lata Mangeshkar , India's most loved playback singer, passes away at age of 92 on Sunday, Feb 6, 2022, at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai . Lata Ji , as she was fondly addressed with respect was admitted in early January this year for covid-19 and was also diagnosed with pneumonia. on January 28, she was taken off the ventilator as her condition improved but then later on February 5, the condition deteriorated again and she breathed her last. Lata didi (elder sister) died due to a multi-organ failure after over 28 days of treatment after being admitted for covid-19 symptoms. Also Read: Modi pays last respects Did Shahrukh Khan spit on the mortal remains of Lata Mangeshkar? Lata Mangeshkar started her singing career when she was just 13 and recorded her first song in 1942 and  has sung over 50,000 songs in over 20 languages in her career which spanned over 7 decades. Lata Mangeshkar is the oldest of her siblings and is survived by...