Tag UAE Travel

Aviation

Packing for the UAE? Avoid These 10 Prohibited Items

If you're flying to the UAE from India, it's important to be aware of the prohibited items that you can't pack in your check-in baggage. Some of these items may seem surprising, such as dry coconuts and pickles, but they are considered to be dangerous goods and can pose a risk to the safety of the aircraft.

Manish Khandelwal
30/10/2023

International

UAE Launches New App for Declaring Cash and Valuables

The UAE has implemented a new regulation that requires all passengers travelling into or out of the country with more than Dh60,000 in cash, gold, jewellery, diamonds and other valuables to declare it to the customs officers. This regulation applies to all residents and visitors entering and exiting the country through airports, ports and land borders.

Manish Khandelwal
19/10/2023

Visas & Passports

UAE Launches New Service for Renewing Emirates ID and Passports from Abroad

The United Arab Emirates has launched a service allowing Emiratis residing outside the country to easily renew their Emirates ID cards and passports. Applicants must follow specific guidelines and submit personal photos that meet strict criteria.

Manish Khandelwal
30/05/2023

Visas & Passports

Top Six Key Updates on UAE Smart Services System Upgrade

The smart services system in the UAE has received a major upgrade with fifteen new features, including group family visas for tourism and treatment, patient companionship, and visa extension services. These changes are part of an ongoing effort to improve efficiency and user experience.

Manish Khandelwal
21/02/2023

International, Visas & Passports

UAE Travel: Relaxation for Travellers with Single Name on Passports

As you may be aware, the UAE recently updated its travel naming policy, stating that passengers travelling to and from the Emirate must ensure that their passports include both their primary (first name) and secondary (surname) names. These new rules…

Manish Khandelwal
30/11/2022

Visas & Passports

Updated Passport Name Rules for UAE Travellers

The UAE recently announced new travel rules, stating that travellers with only a single name on their passport will be unable to travel to/from the UAE beginning November 21. These new rules sparked a significant amount of discussion among travellers,…

Manish Khandelwal
24/11/2022

International

UAE New Travel Rules: Passengers With Only Single Name On Passport Not Allowed

Travellers With Single Name on Passport Not Allowed to Travel UAE

Indian airlines, including Air India Express, SpiceJet, and IndiGo, on Monday, informed travel agents about the change in naming policy and stated that passengers travelling to and from the UAE must ensure that their passports contain both their primary (first…

Manish Khandelwal
21/11/2022

International

UAE Lifted All Covid-Related Travel Restrictions

Travellers to UAE here is a piece of Good News, the Emirates has finally dropped all the Covid-related entry requirements and precautionary measures for international travellers. This follows the nation’s decision to lift all Covid-19-related restrictions beginning at 6 a.m. on…

Manish Khandelwal
11/11/2022

Visas & Passports

UAE Bans 30-Days Tourist Visa For 21 African Countries: Full List Here

The Govt of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently announced a visa ban on as many as 21 African countries including Nigeria and Uganda effective October 18, 2022. The Immigration Authorities of UAE in a Notice said, “This is…

Manish Khandelwal
26/10/2022

Visas & Passports

Here’s How the UAE’s New Visa Rules Will Benefit Foreign Travellers

You may be aware that the UAE has recently announced new entry permits and visa rules, which have many advantages for Indians and other international visitors. This advanced visa system, announced last month, went into effect on October 3. Notably,…