Germany updates UAE travel advisory: Residents must cancel Emirates ID before exiting on emergency passports
UAE air-defence intercepts six drones; authorities say no impact on civilian aviation
UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship and Ports Security debunks ‘lifetime’ Golden Visa rumour
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UAE airports operate normally but selected Gulf routes remain suspended: Gulf News travel bulletin
Gulf News reports that UAE airports are functioning smoothly, but airlines are still cancelling select flights to Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. Long-haul traffic is steady, yet intra-Gulf business travellers face itinerary changes and should monitor airline updates and government advisories.
Dubai immigration launches online 90/180-day stay calculator for Schengen nationals
On 28 July 2026 GDRFA-Dubai added a web-based calculator that helps Schengen passport-holders track their permitted 90 days of stay within any 180-day window, reducing overstay risks and streamlining compliance for frequent business visitors.
Emirates adds crypto payments for UAE-origin tickets in partnership with Crypto.com
From 28 July, Emirates passengers in the UAE can pay for tickets using Bitcoin, Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies through a tie-up with Crypto.com Pay. The initiative supports Dubai’s cashless roadmap and offers corporate travellers an alternative settlement method that aligns with emerging Web3 payroll models.
German Foreign Office reminds UAE residents to cancel visas before departing on temporary passports
Germany’s Foreign Office has warned that UAE residents travelling on temporary passports can only depart after formally cancelling their residency visas at least 24 hours in advance. Corporations with expatriate staff should build this requirement into their mobility planning to avoid exit denials and fines.