UAE clarifies visa-on-arrival rules for Indian passport holders
Fujairah mandates certified mountain guides to regulate booming adventure-tourism sector
GCC ‘Schengen-style’ tourist visa on track for 2026, Saudi minister confirms
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UAE Government Meetings Unveil AED 170 Billion Transport Plan to Ease Inter-City Mobility
At the UAE Government Annual Meetings on 7 Nov 2025, ministers announced a AED 170 billion road-and-transport upgrade to be finished by 2030. The investment will slash travel times between emirates, support large expatriate construction workforces and enhance the UAE’s attractiveness as a regional hub.
GCC Unified Visa Confirmed for 2026 Launch After Manama Forum
At the Gulf Gateway Investment Forum on 7 Nov 2025, Saudi Arabia confirmed the long-planned Schengen-style GCC visa will launch in 2026. The digital permit will let visitors tour all six Gulf states—including the UAE—on a single application, slashing red tape for tourists and corporate travellers alike. UAE businesses expect major boosts to multi-country itineraries and regional assignments.
Dubai Immigration Chief Dismisses Rumours of Freelance-Visa Suspension
Dubai’s GDRFA chief on 7 Nov 2025 rejected online claims that the UAE had halted its freelance visas. Authorities continue issuing permits but have stepped up monitoring to curb fraud. The statement provides certainty for companies and independent professionals who depend on the scheme for project work in the UAE.
Schengen-Visa Appointments Nearly Sold Out as UAE Residents Plan Winter Holidays
On 7 Nov 2025 Khaleej Times warned that Schengen-visa appointments for UAE residents are largely booked through early 2026, driven by surging demand for winter travel. Mobility managers should budget extra lead-time and educate staff about avoiding fraudulent ‘fast-track’ offers.