The enhanced services between the two destinations will commence on April 20
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Month: April 2023
Cyprus Airways commences direct flights from Larnaca to Dubai
It has deployed its Airbus A320 aircraft on this route
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Pole Position’s Ryan Trutch on how he aims to drive the region’s young talent to the finishing line
The company is introducing Greenpower in the UAE to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM) education
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UAE’s CAFU launches in Canada with EV charging solution
CAFU’s service will allow EV owners in Quebec to charge their cars at the tap of a button, boosting access to charging infrastructure
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Saudi Arabia’s Savvy Games acquires Scopely for $4.9bn
The company will benefit from Savvy’s long-term financial backing to deliver on its strategy to grow and deepen existing franchises
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Driverless taxis: Testing begins in Jumeirah 1, shares RTA
In February last year, RTA and Cruise joined forces to run the maiden autonomous taxi service in the city
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Dubai’s DXB ranked busiest international airport worldwide for 2022
It retained its position for the ninth consecutive year, with over 66 million passengers using DXB last year
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National Bonds sees 15% growth in 2022, investment portfolio rises to Dhs13.7bn
National Bonds attributed the strong growth to solutions such as the Golden Pension Plan, Global Savings Club and Sukuk Al Waqf
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UAE travellers to Europe must still apply for visa 6 months in advance – the e-visa is not coming any time soon
UAE residents still have to apply for regular visas 6 months in advance for appointments.
UAE residents wanting to make a trip to Europe must stick with applying for Schengen visas a full four- to six months before the planned travel to avoid needless delays. This remains the case even as the EU starts making a transition to digitise and process online Schengen visa procedures – because it will be another 2 years before the project becomes a reality.
Delays in getting appointments for visas has been a constant issue for UAE travellers to Europe in the last 12 months and more.
“Visa processing delays are not something that is German-specific,” said Yamina Sofo, Director at the Dubai-based German National Tourist Office. “It is a challenge faced by most Schengen nations.
“It is also recommended applicants who cannot make it to their appointment on a given date cancel it online. This would open up a slot for other applicants.”
Mohammed Halabi, the Executive Director at Omeir Travel Agency, UAE and GCCtravel numbers to Europe is yet to get back to pre-pandemic capacities. “People are both time and price-conscious,” said Halabi. “Travellers in this market generally make last-minute bookings.
“The opportunity to get a Schengen visa in a short time and a few weeks ahead of travel will encourage more to take that holiday.”
Moreover, UAE carriers are boosting services to European cities and will continue to do so. “This means connectivity with Europe would not be an issue,” said Halabi. “With offerings from ultra-low-cost carriers such as Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, there will be options for travel of all budgets.”
How much would an e-visa cost?
While the proposal to the EU Council has not specified any change in costs for an e-visa, travel industry sources say the cost of application may see changes once implemented. The draft proposal has said the payment of the visa fees should be made using a third-party gateway linked to the online application platform and the payments would be directly transferred to the appropriate EU member-state being visited.Current Schengen visa fees from UAE are priced at Dh340 and for children between 6-12 years at Dh170.
Proposed rules for EU digital visa
The visas will be issued in digital format, as a 2D barcode, cryptographically signed. This will reduce security risks related to counterfeit and stolen visa stickers.
“Online applications will reduce the number of trips to the consulates for travellers and make the process smoother for national administrations,” Maria Malmer Stenergard, the Swedish Minister for Migration, has been quoted as saying.
At the same time, the digital visa will end the risk of falsification and theft of the visa sticker.
Visa applicants should be able to apply for a visa online through a single EU platform, regardless of the member-state of destination.
Moreover, visa applicants can submit personal data, a scanned copy of the travel document, and supporting documents and travel medical insurance through the platform.
Appearing in person at the consulate or availing the service of an external service provider – VFS Global – should be mandatory only for first-time applicants and those who acquired a new travel document, which needs to be verified, and for collecting biometric identifiers.
Repeat applicants should be able to apply online within five years after successful applications, provided they use the same travel document.
Indian model Uorfi Javed detained in Dubai for wearing provocative outfit
Reports suggests that she is currently being questioned by UAE officials.
Social media sensation Uorfi Javed has been arrested by Dubai police for filming in public wearing a revealing dress.
Uorfi frequently grabs the public’s attention and makes headlines by posting videos and pictures of herself wearing exposing or unusual attire.
According to the Indian website Hindustan Times, Uorfi Javed, known for her provocative and rebellious outfit choices, is currently being questioned by officials in Dubai.
Uorfi has been in the United Arab Emirates for more than a week for the shoot of one of her upcoming projects, the news website reported.
As per reports, Uorfi was detained in Dubai for allegedly filming a video in public, wearing provocative clothing in public, which is illegal in the nation.
According to another Indian website ETimes, there was ‘no problem’ with Uorfi’s outfit.
However, she was being questioned by Dubai authorities because she recorded the video in an ‘open area’.
The report further stated that Uorfi’s return flight to India might be delayed by the UAE local authorities.