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Bangladeshi entrepreneur awarded UAE Golden Visa for investments and job creation
Dubai granted a 10-year Golden Visa to Bangladeshi investor Md Shakib Uddin on 9 December 2025, highlighting the programme’s emphasis on capital investment and job creation. The case provides a blueprint for employers seeking long-term residency for key staff in the UAE.
Emirates launches NBA-themed inflight menus on US and Canada routes
From 9 December 2025 Emirates is serving NBA Cup-themed menus on all North American flights, adding experiential value for business and leisure travellers transiting Dubai during the winter peak.
UAE Introduces Four New Visit Visa Categories Aimed at AI, Entertainment, Events and Cruise Tourism
The UAE has created four sector-specific visit visas—AI Specialist, Entertainment, Events and Cruise Tourism—streamlining entry for tech experts, performers, conference delegates and cruise passengers. The move cuts paperwork, aligns fees and supports the country’s push to become a global innovation and tourism hub.
Dubai Launches ‘Charity Donor Golden Visa’ Offering 10-Year Residency to Major Philanthropists
A new ‘Charity Donor Golden Visa’ lets high-impact philanthropists obtain a renewable 10-year UAE residency without a local sponsor. The joint GDRFA-Awqaf programme formalises philanthropy as a migration route and gives employers another tool to retain globally mobile executives committed to CSR.
Abu Dhabi Now Has World’s Longest Wait for US Tourist Visas—14 Months on Average
New State Department data place Abu Dhabi’s US B-1/B-2 interview wait at 14.4 months, the longest in the Gulf and among the worst globally. Companies should plan travel far in advance, leverage waiver renewals and monitor for last-minute slots to avoid business disruptions.
Trend Report Puts UAE in Top 5 Relocation Hotspots for Tax-Conscious Americans
A 7 December research note shows the UAE is now a top-five relocation choice for US citizens thanks to zero income tax and flexible long-term visas. Employers should update mobility policies to capture the talent-attraction opportunity while managing US tax and compliance risks.