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UAE Re-imposes Midday Work Ban and Opens 12,000 Air-Conditioned Rest Stations for Delivery Riders
MoHRE confirmed that from 15 June to 15 September 2026 outdoor work is forbidden between 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm, and it has teamed up with private partners to open 12,000 air-conditioned rest stations for delivery workers. Non-compliance triggers fines, work-permit suspensions and potential travel bans on managers, making the policy a critical element of mobility compliance. Companies must adjust schedules, secure exemptions where needed and educate gig-economy staff on using rest pods.
Abu Dhabi Declares Readiness for September’s 15th UN Crime Congress
The UAE Justice Minister confirmed that Abu Dhabi is fully prepared to host the UN Crime Congress in September 2026, an event that will bring thousands of international delegates and require special e-permit visas and dedicated immigration lanes. Companies in legal, security and compliance sectors should book travel early and monitor ICP advisories for fast-track entry schemes.
Emaar’s $55 Billion ‘Dubai One’ District Signals Long-Term Demand for Expat Housing
Emaar will spend US$55 billion on a new mixed-use district that adds 100,000 homes, schools and transit links, expanding the future supply of expatriate housing. The mega-project is expected to ease long-term rent inflation and create fresh opportunities for residency-linked property investment.
Etihad–Condor tie-up deepens with daily Abu Dhabi link from Bangkok and Berlin
A new Etihad–Condor agreement will add daily Condor flights from Bangkok and Berlin to Abu Dhabi, building on May’s Frankfurt service. Etihad will codeshare and extend mileage earning, bolstering Abu Dhabi’s connectivity and giving travellers more low-cost options into Germany and Southeast Asia.
Iran Orders Full Closure of Strait of Hormuz, Raising Immediate Mobility Risks for UAE
Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed indefinitely, a move that could disrupt shipping lanes, air-traffic routings and supply chains vital to the UAE’s economy. Companies moving staff or goods into the Emirates may face higher insurance, longer lead times and rerouting costs if the shutdown persists.
Dubai slashes tourist-visa processing to just 48 hours
Dubai now promises decisions on single-entry tourist visas within 48 working hours once applications are complete, slashing previous wait times of up to a week. The change supports the emirate’s peak-season visitor surge, strengthens its position against rival hubs and gives businesses greater flexibility when arranging short-notice trips.
Dubai Launches 48-Hour Tourist-Visa Processing to Woo Last-Minute Travellers
GDRFA now guarantees Dubai tourist visas in 48 working hours for 30- or 60-day stays, using a fully digital application process. The policy gives business and leisure travellers more flexibility to plan last-minute trips and strengthens Dubai’s competitiveness against regional hubs.
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.