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Lloyd’s List: UAE ports fully operational amid regional security alerts
A Lloyd’s List bulletin dated 29 June states that UAE ports are operating without disruption, although Fujairah faces berth maintenance and GPS-jamming risks. The operational stability supports continued cargo and relocation traffic, but shippers should remain alert to surcharges and security advisories.
UAE Space Agency gives firms 90 days to regularise licences under new space-sector law
The UAE Space Agency has set a 90-day window starting 6 July for all space-sector entities to obtain proper licences under Decree-Law 46 of 2023. Mobility and HR teams supporting aerospace projects must verify host-company compliance to avoid visa and customs complications once the grace period lapses.
UAE clarifies rules for the new Freelance Visa, confirms family-sponsorship path
Dubai daily Khaleej Times published a legal explainer confirming that UAE freelance-visa holders can sponsor spouses and children if they meet the AED 3,000/4,000 income test. The column clarifies the difference between freelance permits and free-zone licences, outlines compliance risks, and reminds readers that standard visa-overstay fines apply. The guidance is critical for laid-off expatriates and employers sourcing project-based talent.
U.S. Level-3 travel advisory keeps pressure on Dubai tourism as 9 July visa-fine amnesty nears
Travelers Today reports that conflict-related insurance exclusions and a U.S. Level-3 advisory continue to complicate UAE trips, even after a June ceasefire. A 30-day ICP grace period for visa overstayers ends on 9 July, after which the AED 50/day fine fully resumes. The article urges companies to verify insurance coverage, track visa expiries and brief travellers on residual security risks.
Air India signals return to UAE routes as Middle-East airspace stabilises
Air India’s CEO says the airline will reverse some conflict-related route cuts as Gulf airspace re-opens and fuel prices fall. The first step is Air India Express launching Navi Mumbai–Abu Dhabi flights on 15 July, followed by new Guwahati–Dubai and Guwahati–Abu Dhabi services in August. The move should boost seat supply and lower fares on key India–UAE corridors.
German Foreign Office updates UAE travel advisory: residency-visa holders must cancel status before flying on emergency passports
Germany’s updated UAE travel advisory now requires residency-visa holders to cancel their permit at least 24 hours before leaving the Emirates on an emergency passport. The process cannot be done at the airport, and failure to comply may trigger fines or an exit ban. The change affects repatriations and emergency travel planning for EU assignees.