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Abu Dhabi’s New US Pre-Clearance Facility Goes Live at Zayed International Airport

Abu Dhabi’s New US Pre-Clearance Facility Goes Live at Zayed International Airport

Abu Dhabi Airports has opened a state-of-the-art US CBP pre-clearance facility inside Zayed International Airport. Passengers on Etihad and other US-bound carriers now clear all US entry formalities in Abu Dhabi, arriving in America as domestic travellers—cutting layovers and improving schedule reliability. The move strengthens the UAE’s position as a premium transfer hub and offers mobility managers new routing options for North-America-bound staff.

May 19, 2026
UAE Confirms Four-Day Eid Al Adha Break for Private-Sector Employees

UAE Confirms Four-Day Eid Al Adha Break for Private-Sector Employees

MOHRE has fixed the private-sector Eid Al Adha holiday for 26–29 May 2026, creating a four-day long weekend. Early confirmation lets companies and mobility managers reschedule assignments, secure flights and meet payroll obligations, while travellers should brace for peak demand at airports and land borders.

May 19, 2026
Global Condemnation and Heightened Security After Drone Strike Near UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Plant

Global Condemnation and Heightened Security After Drone Strike Near UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Plant

A 17 May drone strike on the perimeter of the Barakah nuclear plant prompted worldwide condemnation on 18 May 2026 and renewed scrutiny of UAE airspace security. While flights continue normally, airlines and mobility managers are reviewing routing, insurance and traveller-safety protocols amid fears of further attacks.

May 19, 2026

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