If you are applying for a residence visa today, make sure you have all your original documents. As of today, the General Director for Residence and Foreign Affairs (GDFRA) will no longer accept photocopies for residence visa applications. Applicants will have to bring their Emirates ID, as well as the Emirates ID of the sponsor, and bank details when submitting the application.
H.H. Sheikh Mohamed announces scholarships for Serbian students at UAE universities
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed scholarships for Serbian students to study at UAE universities.
Abu Dhabi sets January deadline to remove junk food at supermarket checkouts
Starting January 1, supermarkets across Abu Dhabi will not be allowed to display junk food at checkouts and "high-traffic locations" as authorities step up efforts to promote healthier food choices for the community.
Dubai population crosses 4.5 million by end of 2025
Dubai population reached 4.58 million by the end of 2025, marking a record 7.5 per cent growth.
UAE President discusses bilateral cooperation with Slovak Prime Minister
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed expanding partnership in key areas such as economy, renewable energy and advanced technologies during his meeting with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.
Emirati mountaineer becomes youngest Arab to climb over 7,000 metres
Emirati mountaineer Fatima Abdulrahman Al Awadhi, 19, has become the youngest Arab to reach an elevation of over 7,000 metres and summit Lenin Peak.
