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UAE moves to fully digital visa processing as entry-requirements portal goes live
The Ministry of Economy & Tourism has refreshed its “Entry Requirements” page (13 Apr 2026), confirming that every category of UAE entry visa must now be filed through federal e-government portals or integrated airline/hotel channels. Unified digital records replace paper forms, promising faster processing for corporates, while airports prepare for higher biometric-gate throughput. Businesses must pivot to the new online-only workflow or risk travel disruptions.
107 flight delays and 11 cancellations hit Dubai and Sharjah airports in single day
On 13 April, DXB and SHJ recorded 107 delays and 11 cancellations, disrupting itineraries on Emirates, flydubai, Air Arabia and foreign carriers. Capacity caps, crew shortages and security-related slot restrictions are squeezing the UAE’s hub operations, forcing companies to pad schedules, favour flexible tickets and review travel-insurance cover.