UAE and Bahrain Pilot ‘One-Point’ Pre-clearance System to Slash Airport Queues
Dubai’s Salik Cuts Toll Fees for Iftar Commutes During Ramadan 2026
flydubai to Shift All Dubai–Riyadh Flights to King Khalid Airport’s New Terminal 5
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Philippine Embassy Shortens Operating Hours in UAE for Ramadan Service Continuity
From 19 February, Philippine diplomatic missions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai will operate 08:00–14:00, Sunday–Thursday, for the duration of Ramadan. Employers should factor the shorter window into passport-renewal and visa-processing timelines for Filipino staff.
ICP Publishes Step-by-Step Guide to Check UAE Visa Grace Periods Online
The ICP released a multilingual, click-through guide showing foreign residents exactly how many days they have to stay in the UAE after their visa is cancelled or expires. The reminder aims to cut inadvertent overstays now penalised at AED 50 per day and helps HR departments manage exits and transfers more smoothly.
Flydubai to Move All Dubai–Riyadh Flights to Riyadh’s New Terminal 5 on 25 February 2026
From 25 February 2026 all Flydubai flights between Dubai and Riyadh will operate through Riyadh’s new Terminal 5, offering biometric e-gates and extra capacity. The move should cut connection times for business travellers and supports Saudi plans to make Riyadh a major regional hub.
Philippine Embassy Cuts Operating Hours for Ramadan 2026, Urges Filipinos in UAE to Plan Ahead
Starting 19 February 2026, the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Philippine Consulate in Dubai will operate only from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. during Ramadan. The reduced schedule affects all passport, civil-registry and visa services, so Filipino residents and their employers should file applications early to avoid delays.