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Dubai UAE skyline representing Indian consular services suspension

Update UAE

UAE Indian Consular Services Suspended June 26-30

The Embassy of India pauses passport, visa, and attestation appointments in UAE from June 26 to 30, 2026, as Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC takes over.

Jun 24, 2026

Dubai skyline with modern buildings and Golden Visa property investment opportunities

Policy UAE

Dubai Golden Visa Bank Guarantee Replaces 50% Property Payment

Dubai's Golden Visa rules now permit bank guarantees on AED 2 million properties instead of requiring 50% cash payment upfront.

Apr 12, 2026

Dubai cityscape showing UAE skyline where Indian consulate announced visa relief measures

Policy UAE

India Grants 30-Day Visa Extension and Waives Overstay Penalty

India extends all visa types by 30 days and waives overstay penalties from Feb 28, 2026 for foreign nationals affected by Middle East conflict.

Mar 13, 2026

Dubai skyline and UAE cityscape showing immigration policy changes for expired visa holders

Policy UAE

UAE Lets Expired Visa Holders Return Until March 31

UAE residents with expired visas can return without new entry permits until March 31, 2026, covering those stranded abroad since February 28 closures.

Mar 13, 2026

Dubai UAE skyline showing Gulf region where Nepali nationals are stranded

Policy UAE

Nepal Facilitates Saudi Visas for Citizens Stranded in UAE and Gulf

Nepal will help its nationals stranded in UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain get Saudi visas to travel home via operational air routes from Saudi Arabia.

Mar 11, 2026

Dubai skyline and UAE landmarks showing crisis support for stranded Indian travelers

Advisory UAE

UAE Extends Visas and Waives Overstay Fines

UAE automatically extends tourist visas expiring after Feb 28 and waives overstay fines for stranded Indians. Crisis desk opens with 24/7 helplines active.

Mar 9, 2026