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40 DAY VISA RULES – NO LONGER APPLY
This is old news! Updates will be published asap....
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Visa Run Dubai Hatta
How to do the Dubai to Hatta visa run, getting your visa renewed at the same time. Not every nationality can do this. Please check our list....
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Stamped and Attested
You will hear the expression 'stamped and attested' quite a bit in Dubai. What it means and how to do it are explained here. ...
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Zero Tolerance – Drexting: driving and texting
Driving in Dubai can rattle you so take care. Driving and texting multiplies the chance of being involved in an accident. Don't do it. Don't be a drexter....
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Dubai Visas
A rapidly growing city and a rapidly growing population needs strong visa procedures. Get a Dubai visa by following the guidelines and processes....
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Passport Photos are a Dubai necessity
Dubai needs to see you! Make lots of copies of passport sized colour photos. Keep them with you. You'd be surprised when they are wanted....
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Working in Dubai – General Information
To work in Dubai you must have an Employment Visa. An Employment Visa can only be issued by your employer. This is the first in a series of 'Working in Dubai' guides. We'll take you through the various steps relating to the process and documentation in later...
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