Emirates keeps Algeria flights running but sets final service for 3 February 2027
UAE signs fourth-phase deal to overhaul national airspace and boost capacity
Flydubai to shift Riyadh operations to new Terminal 5 from 25 February
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UAE transit visas for Pakistanis NOT suspended, Islamabad envoy clarifies
Pakistan’s ambassador in Abu Dhabi has debunked viral claims that the UAE stopped issuing 48- and 96-hour transit visas to Pakistani nationals. Transit processing by Emirates and Etihad continues as normal, preventing costly itinerary changes for employers and travellers. The episode underscores the need to rely on official immigration sources over social media.
Dubai International Airport breaks global record with 95.2 million passengers in 2025
Dubai International (DXB) processed 95.2 million travellers in 2025, the highest annual international passenger traffic ever recorded, according to data released on 12 February 2026. Sustained growth, strong on-time performance and record baggage handling cement DXB’s status as the world’s busiest international hub, giving employers and mobility teams greater confidence in routing staff through Dubai.
Ramadan 2026: UAE cuts private-sector working hours by two, offers flexible and remote options
MoHRE declared a two-hour daily reduction in private-sector working hours for Ramadan 2026 and authorised flexible or remote schedules within that limit. Employers must update rosters and payroll, while foreign assignees should expect slower government-service hours during the month-long observance.
India urges UAE-based expatriates to switch to chip-enabled e-Passports for faster SmartGate clearance
India’s new RFID e-Passport is available to expatriates in the UAE, enabling them to clear Dubai’s SmartGates in minutes and enhancing document security. Companies with Indian staff stand to gain quicker immigration processing and reduced travel friction.