The move aims to support tourists in the UAE since many countries have implemented temporary airport closures
Many consumers are unlikely to give up online shopping even after the pandemic ends
The exemption covers all financial fines related to the Emirates Identity cards, work permits, as well as the waiver of all administrative restrictions, upon leaving the country
Increased online activity in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak has led to a rise in digital payments
Travel insurance with Covid-19 cover is now mandatory for travel to many countries
Individuals and their families can apply for the relocation programme, subject to renewal every year
Optional Priority visas, super priority visas, and walk-in services will not be offered initially
The mechanism for extending the exit and return visa is yet to be announced
All related fines for visa violators will be waived if they leave before August 18
Visa has secured exclusivity over Emirates NBD’s debit card for personal, priority, private and business banking customers, and the debit card programme for Liv.
The initiative, which was in place from April 1-30, permitted residency violators to leave the country without paying any fines
Emirates airline also denied social media reports that it is planning to suspend all flights from March 17
The decision does not apply to those who already have their visas issued
All those with Umrah visas will also not be permitted to travel to the kingdom
The General Authority of Civil Aviation has instructed national air carriers to allow the holders of these visas to travel to Saudi Arabia
The visas will reportedly be available to people from about 50 countries
Expats – both men and women – can sponsor their family members if they earn a monthly salary of Dhs4,000 or Dhs3,000 plus accommodation
The new rules will see visitor and tourist visas extended for up to 60 days
The UAE Cabinet has also added an insurance scheme in place of bank guarantees when recruiting private sector workers
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