Etihad Rail inaugurates Dubai passenger station ahead of 30 September service launch
Dubai flight delays persist as airlines work through weekend backlog
UAE to Open Electronic Visa Centre in Beirut Next Month
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UAE to open electronic visa centre in Beirut to streamline applications
From October, Lebanese travellers will be able to complete UAE visa applications at a new electronic centre in Beirut, eliminating the need to process paperwork abroad. The service will shorten hiring lead-times for UAE companies recruiting in Lebanon and supports the Emirates’ wider push to digitise consular services.
UAE Lifts Visa Ban on Ugandan Nationals After Ebola Clearance
Effective immediately, Ugandan nationals may resume applying for UAE visas after authorities lifted the Ebola-related suspension that began in June 2026. The reopening supports tourism, labour supply and business links while keeping health monitoring measures in place.
Corporate Services Firm Unveils 5-Day ‘World’s Fastest’ UAE Residency Package
A&A Associate and RAKEZ have launched a fast-track package that delivers UAE investor residency within five working days, including company setup, licence and Emirates ID. The service targets global entrepreneurs seeking a quick, tax-efficient base in the Emirates.
Cathay Pacific extends suspension of Dubai and Riyadh flights until 31 January 2027
Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific has cancelled passenger flights to Dubai and Riyadh until at least 31 January 2027, the third postponement linked to regional security risks. Companies will have to route travellers through alternative hubs, adding time and cost to Asia-UAE itineraries.
US–Iran Tensions Disrupt UAE Flight Schedules; Iranian Airlines Banned
Amid rising US-Iran tensions, the UAE has banned Iranian-operated flights and airlines worldwide are trimming Dubai services, causing delays and higher travel costs. Companies should monitor advisories and build contingency plans for staff mobility and cargo movements.
flydubai Uses Syria Travel Show to Spotlight Expanded Damascus and Aleppo Services
flydubai is showcasing its enlarged Syria network at the first Syria Travel Show, underscoring three-daily Dubai–Damascus flights and a new Aleppo service. The move boosts connectivity for Syrian travellers and opens fresh trade and tourism channels between Syria and the UAE.
Red-alert fog prompts travel caution across UAE transport network
A red alert for dense fog on 28 September reduced visibility across the Emirates and triggered lower speed limits on major roads. Although airport operations remained largely normal, corporates are being advised to pad schedules and remind travellers of driving-safety protocols.
Abu Dhabi’s LIVEX expo to spotlight mobility and expatriate investment from 29 September
The new Liveability and Investment Exhibition opens in Abu Dhabi on 29 September, focusing on mobility, urban services and expatriate-friendly investment schemes. Employers can use the event to benchmark relocation support and learn about smart-transport initiatives that will shape future assignments.
UAE Tightens Eligibility Rules for 60-, 90- and 120-Day Jobseeker Visas
Effective immediately, the UAE has introduced 60-, 90- and 120-day Jobseeker Visas and raised the bar on eligibility: applicants must be in the top three professional-skill levels or hold a recent degree from a top-500 university. The move targets high-skill talent and gives employers clearer hiring timelines.
UK Upgrades Travel Advisory for UAE Amid Regional Security Tensions
The UK FCDO has updated its UAE travel advice, highlighting risks of sudden airspace closures and flight cancellations due to regional tensions. Businesses should revisit travel-risk assessments, and British residents or visitors are urged to stay alert and keep documents in order.
Nearly 50 flights delayed or cancelled across UAE hubs on busy Sunday
DXB, AUH and SHJ recorded 46 flight disruptions on 27 September, with cancellations on Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and SpiceJet and delays of up to 18 hours after an airport closure in Sochi. With UAE carriers already operating near capacity, corporate travel planners should expect limited re-booking options and add buffer time for onward connections.([khaleejtimes.com](https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/uae-flight-delays-cancellations-46-flights-delayed-across-airports?amp=1))
Nearly 50 Flights Delayed or Cancelled at UAE Airports on 27 September
A total of 46 flights were delayed and several cancelled across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah on 27 September, mostly affecting routes to South and Central Asia, Eastern Europe and Australasia. The disruption, caused by cascading weather, crew-duty and security factors, highlights the need for UAE-bound travellers and employers to build extra buffer time and real-time monitoring into itineraries.
UAE lifts Ebola-linked visa curb on Uganda as wider flight disruptions continue
The UAE has scrapped its Ebola-related visa restrictions on Uganda but kept them for the DRC and South Sudan. Simultaneously, Iranian airlines have been banned from UAE airspace and multiple regional flights were cancelled or delayed on 27 September, underscoring the need for real-time itinerary checks.([gulfnews.com](https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/uae-flight-update-emirates-etihad-flydubai-and-air-arabia-delays-and-cancellations-iran-routes-halted-ebola-curbs-lifted-1.500689298))
UAE Suspends All Iranian Airline Services Amid Escalating Sanctions
Citing new US sanctions and regional security concerns, the UAE has suspended all flights operated by Iranian airlines. The ban disrupts passenger mobility and supply chains between the two countries and forces companies to reroute staff and cargo through third-country hubs, increasing time and cost.
Major Flight Disruptions Hit UAE Airports as Ebola Curbs Lifted and Iran Routes Halted
Gulf News reports 46 flight delays or cancellations across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah on 27 September 2026. While Iranian airline services remain suspended, Ebola-linked visa bans on Ugandan travellers have been lifted. The fast-moving situation underscores the need for corporates to monitor security and health advisories and build flexibility into UAE travel plans.
UAE Lifts Ebola-Related Entry Restrictions on Travellers from Uganda
After Uganda was declared Ebola-free, the UAE on 27 September removed special visa and entry restrictions on Ugandan travellers. Normal visit- and residence-visa processing resumes, easing mobility for companies recruiting from or operating in Uganda, though similar curbs stay in place for DRC and South Sudan.
Dubai Opens ‘Mobility Labs’ Test Site to Accelerate Autonomous-Vehicle Roll-Out
The RTA has unveiled Dubai Mobility Labs, a purpose-built autonomous-vehicle testing complex at Dubai Silicon Oasis. The facility bolsters the emirate’s self-driving transport strategy and positions Dubai as a magnet for mobility R&D talent—a development global employers should track for future assignment planning.
Mount Etna Eruption Forces flydubai to Cancel Dubai–Catania Service
Ash from Mount Etna shut Catania Airport on 27 September, leading flydubai to cancel its Dubai–Catania flights. The move disrupts leisure and cargo traffic between the UAE and southern Italy and highlights the need for travellers to monitor volcanic activity when planning European itineraries.
Mount Etna Ash Cloud Forces Flydubai to Cancel Dubai–Catania Services
An eruption of Mount Etna closed Catania Airport on 27 September, prompting Flydubai to cancel its Dubai–Catania flights. The move disrupts passenger and cargo flows between the UAE and southern Italy and underscores the importance of checking volcanic-ash clauses in travel insurance and contingency plans.
Flydubai’s new Dubai–Pokhara link posts solid load factors in first week
Flydubai’s DXB–PKR flight, launched on 23 September, maintained robust passenger numbers through its fourth operating day, signalling commercial viability for Pokhara’s first scheduled international connection and offering UAE companies a quicker gateway to central-Nepal projects.([english.onlinekhabar.com](https://english.onlinekhabar.com/flydubais-flight-strong-passenger.html))
UAE, Qatar and Bahrain Sign Judicial Cooperation Accords at UN Crime Congress
At the UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi, the UAE signed MoUs with Qatar and Bahrain to enhance extradition, evidence sharing and anti-money-laundering cooperation. The pacts should speed up cross-border legal processes, reducing uncertainty for companies moving staff or assets among the three Gulf neighbours.