Resident Guide | Information
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Monday Feb 6
Applicants for British visa in UAE have to pay fee online
The new regulation came into effect on Monday as part of a new system of the UK Border Agency
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Tuesday Jan 24
Who can donate blood in the UAE?
Here is a list of ideal donors and those who may be deferred temporarily or permanently from donating blood
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Monday Mar 14
RTA sets out eligibility for discount Nol cards
Students can now purchase special fare cards for public transport use
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Wednesday Dec 8
UAE residency visa, labour card validity cut to two years
New rule to reduce the life of the labour card for all workers and employees in the private sector to come into effect next month
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Tuesday Dec 7
Map of embassies and consulates in UAE
We bring you a detailed map showing consular buildings in Dubai and a listing of all the foreign embassies in Abu Dhabi. Click and hold your mouse button on the map to move around the city and use the + and - buttons to zoom in and out. Click on the icons for contact details and links.
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Saturday Nov 13
History speaks for Ras Al Khaimah
Emirate has been a key member of the UAE since its formation in 1972 mainly due to its cement business.
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Saturday Oct 16
Sharjah has a proud and colourful past
Emirate's first settlers depended on trading, fishing, farming and pearl diving to make a living
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Saturday Oct 9
Dubai's transition to a world class hub
From a rich history as a modest seaport, the emirate has transformed itself into an international pearl.
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Saturday Oct 2
End of parking woes in Sharjah
There are several options on offer for residents to find proper space.
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Saturday Sep 11
Abu Dhabi through the lens of history
What is even more impressive is that these changes were meticulously planned by a strong and visionary leadership.
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Saturday Aug 28
A time of simpler houses, and tastes
Home-building materials in the Emirates were selected to be able to cope with the climate's extreme heat and high humidity, especially in summer.
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Tuesday Aug 3
All you need to know about Ramadan
Here is all you need to know about Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar.
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Tuesday Aug 3
Ramadan etiquette for non-Muslims
Since Ramadan is a time of piety and high religious consciousness, it would be considerate for non-Muslims to adapt their lifestyle during the month as well.
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Monday Aug 2
Guide: Blood donation in the UAE
Here is a quick guide on how and where to donate blood in the UAE
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Saturday Jul 31
Arabic names carry cultural significance
Names are often derived from Arabic words indicating a positive characteristics.
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Saturday Jul 24
Dwelling on moving house?
Relocating can be a pain. But first decide whether you would do it yourself or hand it to professionals
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Saturday Jun 5
Flag symbolises nation's core values
The dignified flag or Alam — as pronounced in Arabic — of the United Arab Emirates mirrors the prolific journey of its federation that has enriched the entire infrastructure of the seven emirates.
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Wednesday Jun 2
Dubai rent guide 2010
XPRESS helps you explore the city's hotspots, showing you what's where, how much it costs, and why you do or don't want to live there.
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Thursday May 27
Things you can't do in the UAE with credit cards
It may be the age of paperless transactions, but consumers are sometimes left without a choice. Here's a few things you can't do in the UAE with credit cards.
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Thursday May 27
Emirates airline online UAE visa
Emirates has launched a new online visa system for people from 56 countries, including India, Pakistan and the Philippines, visiting the UAE. XPRESS provides a step-by-step guide.
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Saturday May 15
Breathing the air of bygone days
from Ancient monuments to bastakiya, uae offers a treasure-trove of sites steeped in history and culture
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Wednesday Apr 21
Pets and weather in the UAE
Pets are cute and entertaining but some people tend to forget is that they are living creatures that need to be looked after. When summer comes, many of these animals do not survive the heat, as they are not in their natural habitat. If you are planning on getting a pet, make sure that they can cope with the UAE’s hot and humid climate. Here are some pets that are compatible with the heat and some that are not.
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Saturday Apr 17
UAE has so much to offer tourists
The UAE, since its formation in the 1970s until today, is in perpetual movement to translate its dream to be one of the most glamorous and demanding spots in the world.
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Tuesday Mar 23
E-waste recycling centres in UAE
The following places around Dubai accept E-waste (unwanted electronic items) for recycling
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Saturday Mar 6
Music and dance feature in heritage
UAE musical instruments include the famous oud (a stringed instrument), drums; tambourine, (which Emiratis call the daf), rababa (a stringed instrument), tanboura, doumbek (a goblet drum) and the nai
