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Emirati passport holders granted visa-free entry to Papua New Guinea
A reciprocal visa waiver between the UAE and Papua New Guinea took effect on 11 June 2026, allowing 90-day visa-free stays for both nationalities. The move strengthens the UAE passport’s global reach and removes a logistical barrier for Emirati companies eyeing PNG’s energy and mining industries.
Dubai scraps property-value floor for two-year investor visa
Dubai has abolished the AED 750,000 minimum property value previously required for the two-year investor (property) visa, meaning any sole owner with a valid title deed can now apply. The move lowers the residency barrier for mid-income buyers, supports demand in affordable districts and gives employers a new, cost-effective relocation tool.
Dubai Removes Cash-Only Rule: Golden Visa Now Possible with 50 %-Financed Property
Dubai now accepts mortgage-financed property—so long as 50 % of the value is paid up front—for Golden Visa eligibility. The revision lowers the liquidity hurdle for investors seeking 10-year residency and is already driving new demand in mid-market real-estate segments.
Abu Dhabi Chamber Leads 40-Company Trade Mission to Shanghai to Deepen UAE-China Links
From 11-12 June, the Abu Dhabi Chamber is leading a 40-company mission to Shanghai to court Chinese partners and investors. The trip underscores booming UAE-China business ties and foreshadows increased executive mobility and cross-border assignments.
MoHRE Confirms Mid-June Restart of Mandatory Mid-Day Work Ban to Protect Outdoor Labour
MoHRE will re-impose its annual Mid-Day Work Ban from 15 June, barring outdoor work between 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm through mid-September. Employers of expatriate labour must adjust rosters, secure exemptions where necessary and budget for stringent enforcement and potential fines.
Etihad opens seasonal Abu Dhabi–Krakow link, debuting First Class in Poland
Etihad has started three weekly Abu Dhabi–Krakow flights for the summer, adding Central Europe to its growing leisure portfolio and introducing Poland’s first international First-Class product. The service shortens journeys for Polish professionals and diversifies Etihad’s seasonal network.
UAE re-imposes annual midday work ban from 15 June to 15 September
From 15 June to 15 September 2026, the UAE will again ban outdoor work between 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm to protect labourers from extreme heat. Global-mobility and project managers must adjust schedules, post compliance signage and budget for potential fines.
Dubai Streamlines Medical Visa Process Through GDRFA–DHA Partnership
GDRFA-Dubai and the Dubai Health Authority have signed an MoU to create a fully integrated ‘smart medical visa’. From application to post-treatment follow-up, the process will be handled on one digital platform, cutting approval times to under 48 hours and bolstering Dubai’s US $1.8 billion medical-tourism sector. The move gives employers and mobility managers a faster, compliant route for employee medical travel.
British Airways Keeps Dubai Route Grounded Until 25 October Amid Regional Turmoil
British Airways has pushed back the relaunch of its flagship London–Dubai flights to 25 October 2026, citing regional security risks. The extended suspension removes more than 2,500 weekly seats, forcing corporate travellers onto alternative carriers and driving up fares, while also squeezing air-cargo capacity. Employers should update travel policies and budgets accordingly.
UAE Declares 15 June Public Holiday, Triggering Three-Day Weekend Travel Surge
The UAE has confirmed Monday, 15 June 2026 as a public holiday for the Islamic New Year, giving residents a coveted three-day weekend. The break is expected to unleash a surge in outbound leisure trips and could delay visa processing at government service centres, so corporate mobility teams should plan assignments and travel approvals accordingly.