Public transport buses in Abu Dhabi will stop accepting cash payments, starting from October 11. The Department of Transport is advising commuters to purchase Hafilat smartcards before boarding. Its decision to stop using money boxes for bus fares is aimed at reducing congestion while getting on and off the bus. Hafilat cards can be purchased from bus stations, malls as well as online ticketing machines.
UAE extends grace period for visa violators
The UAE's amnesty scheme for visa violators has been extended until the end of this year.
Petrol and diesel prices to increase in November
Petrol and diesel prices are set to increase in November 2024 after a dip in October, the UAE Fuel Price Committee announced on Thursday.
Abu Dhabi sets standards for 'longevity' medicine centres
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has announced the launch of a new licensing framework for Healthy Longevity Medicine Centres, making it the first initiative of its kind globally.
Abu Dhabi transitions US preclearance facility to Zayed International Airport
Abu Dhabi Airports has announced the full transition of the new United States Customs and Border Protection (US CBP) facility to Zayed International Airport (AUH).
