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UAE debunks social-media claims of visa ban on Pakistani nationals
UAE authorities have reiterated that there is no blanket visa ban on Pakistani citizens; application scrutiny has tightened but processing continues. Mobility managers can still source talent from Pakistan but should plan for longer lead-times and rely on official channels, not social media.
Dubai Airports Expands Smart Gate Access: Who Can Use the Biometric Lanes?
Dubai’s GDRFA has expanded and clarified who can use Smart Gates at DXB and DWC. UAE citizens, residents, GCC nationals and several categories of visa holders can now clear immigration in seconds using facial recognition, easing peak-season congestion and benefiting business travellers.
Dubai Unveils Digital ‘Sky Lanes’ to Manage Drone & Air-Taxi Traffic by 2027
Dubai will create digital ‘traffic lanes’ in its airspace, using a new UTM platform that obliges drones and future air-taxis to file flight plans and follow geo-fenced corridors. The move lays regulatory groundwork for commercial eVTOL services and corporate drone logistics.
Emirates to Equip Entire Fleet with Free Starlink Wi-Fi, Starting Immediately
On 17 November, Emirates committed to installing free Starlink broadband across its entire fleet, promising fibre-like speeds aloft by 2027. The upgrade enhances passenger productivity and positions Dubai’s flag carrier as a connectivity leader—a competitive advantage for business travel.
UAE Confirms Four-Day National Day Weekend for Private Sector, Triggering Travel Surge
The UAE has granted the private sector a 1–2 December holiday for National Day, creating a four-day weekend (five days in Sharjah). The break will fuel a surge in outbound travel, trigger peak loads at airports, and temporarily slow visa-processing timelines.