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How to check if you have a travel ban in the UAE

How to check your status for civil or financial cases using official online services

Facing a financial or civil case in the UAE? Find out the official and secure ways to check for a travel ban.

UAE 2026 projects that will change your daily life

From new projects to reforms, see how next year will reshape living in the UAE

Key upgrades in transport, education, banking, tourism, and environmental initiatives set to transform daily routines.

New UAE rules in 2026 that will reshape daily life

From banking security to mandatory content creator licences, here’s a full breakdown

From sugar taxes to banking security and plastic bans, these new regulations could quietly reshape daily life for residents and businesses.

UAE public holidays in 2026: Here's the complete list

How to make the most of your annual leave by combining it with next year’s public holidays

Key rules, tips, and common pitfalls for securing your ideal annual leave in 2026.

Where to learn the real history of the UAE

Long weekend plans: These museums reveal the events and people that shaped the country

Explore the history, culture, and heritage of the UAE through interactive exhibits and archaeological collections across the Emirates.

UAE: 5 ecofriendly spots under Dh20 in Sharjah

Visit a 300-year-old mangrove, spot the Arabian Leopard – top activities for nature lovers

UAE: While paddling through the 300-year-old Kalba mangroves, you will be able to spot rare animals like the white-collared kingfisher or the hawksbill turtle. Picture used for illustrative purposes.

UAE National Day: How to enjoy Global Village for free

Enjoy fireworks, parades, and heritage displays without spending extra

Experience shows, parades, and heritage displays without extra spending this Eid Al Etihad.

What to know before your first hike in the UAE

Essential safety tips for first-time hikers in the UAE’s scenic trails

Beginner’s guide to hiking in the UAE: Tips, mistakes to avoid, and must-haves

Where to watch National Day parades across the UAE

Where to join UAE’s grand National Day celebrations across all Emirates

UAE National Day Parade

What is UAE Commemoration Day?

Explained: The national day that honours Emirati martyrs and recognises their sacrifices

Wahat Al Karama is a memorial in Abu Dhabi that honors Emirati soldiers and other civilians who have died serving their country.

Eid Al Etihad: 7 key facts behind the UAE’s formation

Key moments, decisions, and challenges that led to the creation of the UAE in 1971

Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi with the other rulers of emirates, government representatives and media listen to the British diplomat as he reads the content of the document during the proclamation of union and the declaration of independence.

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