The UAE has reduced the validity of residency visas for free zones from three years to up to two years.
Individual free zones have been updating their clients via circulars about the new rule that's effective from October 3.
It said all residence visas that are currently under process will reflect the new validity.
Meanwhile, residence visas that have already been issued will remain valid for the three-year time frame until renewal.
Meta agrees to pay $18 billion to settle US lawsuits over social media addiction
Meta Platforms will pay up to $18 billion over the next decade and strictly limit how teenagers use Facebook and Instagram under an agreement with nearly all US states to resolve claims it designed those social media platforms to addict children.
DXB welcomes 31.5 million guests in H1 amid regional disruptions
Dubai International (DXB) has welcomed 31.5 million guests during the first six months of 2026 following one of the "most challenging operating environments" in the airport's history.
Apple to launch next iPhone on September 9 in first major event under new CEO
Apple is set to host its next launch event on September 9, where the company is expected to unveil its newest iPhone series and potentially its long-awaited foldable phone.
Dubai continues to lead global cities in cultural and creative FDI
Dubai has ranked first globally for the number of Greenfield foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in the cultural and creative industries for the fourth consecutive year.
Volkswagen CEO faces angry workers in push for radical cuts
More than 10,000 Volkswagen workers gathered at the carmaker's headquarters on Tuesday, some booing CEO Oliver Blume as he urged staff to "pull together" behind a restructuring that could cut up to 50,000 jobs, sources at the meeting said.
The Ministry of Defence has launched the "Beladi" programme to develop young Emiratis' leadership skills, technical expertise, and practical knowledge talent and prepare them for national service.
Public schools students from Kindergarten to Grade 2 will not be given homework in the new academic year.
The UAE will mark Emirati Women's Day with a month-long celebration starting from August 28 under the theme "We Emerge Stronger and Better".
