UK completes eVisa rollout – big win for UAE residents who need their passports
UAE issues pre-Ramadan travel advisory for citizens abroad
UAE climbs to 2nd place globally in 2026 Henley Residence Program Index
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UAE steps up crackdown on rogue recruitment agencies exploiting domestic workers
On 27 February the UAE renewed its campaign against unlicensed recruiters, warning employers that hiring domestic staff through illegal channels can now trigger fines of AED 50,000–200,000. The move reinforces earlier visa-amnesty efforts and places greater due-diligence obligations on households and corporate accommodation managers.
UK ETA enforcement begins: Airlines now refuse boarding to UAE travellers without digital authorisation
Airlines at Dubai and Abu Dhabi are now blocking passengers who have not secured the UK’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation, which became compulsory on 26 February 2026. The £16 digital permit must be obtained in advance by all visa-exempt travellers, including Emiratis and UAE-based expatriates. Corporate travel teams are racing to update compliance processes as the UK completes its transition to a fully digital border.
Armenia opens its doors: Visa-free entry for UAE nationals until 1 July 2026
Armenia has suspended visa requirements for nationals of 113 countries— including the UAE— from 26 February until 1 July 2026, permitting stays of up to 180 days. The move is designed to revitalise tourism and court Gulf investment, giving Emirati leisure and business travellers unprecedented, hassle-free access to the Caucasus republic.