Living in UAE
GCC Reentry Ban For OFWs Deported From Member States
Foreigners, including Filipinos, who have been deported from any member of the Gulf Cooperation Council will not be allowed to enter any other country...
Living in UAE
Filipinos in UAE Urged to 'East Less Processed Food'
Filipinos based in the United Arab Emirates are advised to eat less processed food and make it a habit to exercise regularly as many...
Living in UAE
UAE Happiest Country in the Arab World
It appears that the United Arab Emirates is the happiest place to be in the Middle East.
It is, as far as the latest annual...
Living in UAE
Passport Extension in UAE: Conditions and Requirements
The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi has issued an advisory regarding the issuance of passport extension.
Such extensions can only be allowed under the following...
Living in UAE
How to Avoid 6-Month Labor Ban in UAE
Employees who break their contracts before their two year expiry will be penalized with a six month labor ban. However, employees on the ban...
Living in UAE
Filipino Tenants in Dubai Cry Foul Over Racial Stereotypes
Some Filipinos have raised concerns against real estate agents who refuse to rent out apartment in certain Dubai buildings because of stereotypes about Filipinos,...
Living in UAE
List of Prohibited Items Inside LBC Balikbayan Boxes
In case you are sending balikbayan boxes to the Philippines using LBC, be aware that there are prohibited items that must not be included.
radioactive...
Living in UAE
Original Documents Required for UAE Residence Visa Applications
Residence visa applications now require original documents as the General Director for Residence and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA) will no longer accept photo copies of...