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How UAE residents can keep their second passport valid

All you need to know about dual citizenship rules, risks, rights while living in the UAE

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If you’ve gained UAE citizenship or hold a Golden Visa, keeping a second passport legally means staying compliant with both UAE laws and your home country's rules.

More Schengen visa options for Pakistanis

Pakistanis can now apply for Schengen visas for short-term visits to Sweden

Ambassador Muhammad Ayub, Additional Secretary (Europe), leads the Pakistani delegation while Swedish Ambassador Mikael Lindvall heads the Swedish side at the Bilateral Political Consultation in Stockholm.

GCC citizens, residents can enter Armenia visa-free now

The visa exemption policy is designed to enhance Armenia’s appeal as an accessible country

Armenia is known for its fascinating history and culture, breathtaking landscapes.

Russia considers visa-free entry for Saudi citizens

Moscow moves toward waiving visa requirements for Saudi citizens

Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov signals progress on Saudi visa waiver during Prince Faisal's Moscow visit

Weekend Digest: Umrah update, UAE airfare & mango mania

Here’s your roundup of the top trending stories making headlines this weekend

Weekend Digest: Umrah update, UAE airfares, illegal housing, summer travel, mango mania and more

Study in UAE? Visa guide for expats, foreign students

UAE universities open doors to global talent with scholarships and visa options

Scholarships and visa details for non-UAE students in higher education

Bob Vylan's US visa revoked after Glastonbury gig

Following his inflammatory chants at music fest, Bob Vylan and band have courted trouble

Bobby Vylan of British duo Bob Vylan performs on the West Holts Stage on the fourth day of the Glastonbury festival at Worthy Farm in the village of Pilton in Somerset, south-west England, on June 28, 2025.

30-day grace period for expired visit visa holders

Temporary initiative to facilitate final departure for overstaying visitors

Saudi Arabia is offering a 30-day grace period to those whose visit visas have expired.

US resumes visas for foreign students

Consular officers will be on the lookout for posts that could be deemed hostile to US

The Trump administration last month temporarily halted the scheduling of new visa interviews for foreign students hoping to study in the US.

Why UAE universities? Fee waivers, no US visa woes

Amid education turmoil in US, universities in UAE are going all out to woo students

While institutions in the UAE are reporting a significant surge in international applications and interest, they are also going the extra mile to attract talented students.

Kuwait’s new visa and residency rules explained

Find out about exit permits, family sponsorship and what it means for expats

If you work for a private company, you cannot leave Kuwait, even temporarily, unless your employer (the ‘kafeel’) approves your travel through the official government portals.

Trump visa delays spark 50% surge at UAE universities

Institutions from Abu Dhabi and Dubai to Ajman seeing significant rise in applications

Students and families throgned to the recently concluded Gulf News Edufair in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Meanwhile, UAE universities see surge in interest as US visa delays spur student rerouting.

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