October 2026

Schengen Visa Waiver for Gulf Citizens: What UAE Residents Need to Know Last updated: 19 October 2026 Discussions about visa-free travel to Europe for more Gulf citizens have attracted attention, but travellers should continue to follow the entry rules currently applicable to their passports. The second European Union–Gulf Cooperation Council summit, scheduled for 24 October […]

Last Updated: October 12, 2026 Planning to visit the United States from the UAE? Whether you are applying for a tourist visa, travelling for business, or preparing to study in the US, understanding the latest visa appointment procedures is an important first step. Recent developments in US visa processing, appointment scheduling, and application rules have

Applying for a US tourist or business visa from the UAE? If you travel on a passport issued by one of the countries currently covered by the US Visa Bond Program and are otherwise eligible for a B-1/B-2 visa, you must post a potentially refundable bond of $10,000, $15,000 or $20,000 before the visa can