Tourists arriving in the UAE have started receiving a pleasant surprise at the airport.
All visitors above the age of 18 are being given free pre-paid sim cards.
The cards are valid for a month and include three minutes of talk-time along with 20MB of free data.
Authorities say 10,000 of them have already been given to tourists.
It makes Dubai the first destination in the world to provide a complimentary service.
UAE air defences intercept 6 missiles and 9 drones on Friday
The UAE air defences have intercepted 6 ballistic missiles and 9 drones on Friday, according to a statement from the Ministry of Defence.
Rainy weather to continue across UAE until Friday night
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast more rain for parts of the UAE until Friday night, driven by a main weather front over the far western regions.
Remote learning to continue for Dubai schools until April 3, KHDA clarifies
Private schools and early learning centres in Dubai will continue remote learning until April 3, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) confirmed on Friday.
Travellers welcomed with special 'Dubai World Cup' stamp
Travellers landing at Dubai International Airport are receiving a special passport stamp featuring the 'Dubai World Cup 2026' logo.
Etihad diverts two flights due to unstable weather conditions
Etihad Airways has diverted two flights to Muscat on Thursday following adverse weather conditions in Abu Dhabi.
Over 1,300 personnel deployed in Dubai during adverse weather
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has deployed 1,300 trained technical personnel, 500 tankers, and 380 mobile and fixed pumping units in collaboration with its partners for support during the unstable weather conditions in the UAE.
UAE welcomes NASA's plan to form sustained human presence on Moon
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has welcomed NASA's "transformative direction" to establish a sustained human presence on the moon, adding that it will continue to partner with the administration to advance the project.
RTA announces bus service disruptions due to adverse weather conditions
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced on Friday that some bus routes may be temporarily disrupted due to current weather conditions.
UAE responds to missile, drone threats
The UAE's air defence systems have responded to missile and drone threats from Iran.
Indian, Pakistani killed in falling debris incident in Abu Dhabi
Two people have died and three more injured after debris from a missile interception fell on Abu Dhabi's Sweihan street on Thursday.
Dubai boosts rail safety with expanded inspections
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has carried out more than 7,000 field visits and 11 inspection campaigns across the Dubai Metro and Tram right-of-way, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and protect rail infrastructure.
Ras Al Khaimah declares remote work for government staff on Friday
Ras Al Khaimah’s Executive Council has declared remote working for all government employees on Friday, March 27, due to the unstable weather forecast across the country.
UAE air defences intercept 15 missiles, 11 drones on Thursday
The UAE air defences have intercepted 15 ballistic missiles and 11 drones on Thursday, according to a statement from the Ministry of Defence.
Gargash welcomes UN council's condemnation of Iran's 'brazen aggression'
Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the UAE President, on Thursday has welcomed the UN Human Rights Council’s unanimous adoption of a resolution condemning Iran's "aggression against the Arab Gulf states and Jordan".
UAE minister says 'no country should hold straits as hostage'
Reem Al Hashimy, UAE's Minister of State for International Cooperation, has asserted that "no country should be allowed to hold straits as hostage", while advocating for international governance on global passageways.
UAE issues alert for unstable weather conditions on Thursday
The UAE weather authorities have issued a yellow and orange alert with potential rainfall across several areas in the country on Thursday.
UAE joins 5 nations to condemn pro-Iranian attacks coming from Iraq
The UAE, alongside Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Jordan, has released a joint statement condemning attacks "carried out by armed factions loyal to Iran from Iraq" to several countries in the region.
UAE responds to incoming missiles, drones on Thursday
The UAE has announced on Thursday that its defence systems are responding to missile and drone threats from Iran.
UAE aid convoy ships 270 tonnes of children's clothing to Gaza Strip
The UAE has shipped 270 tonnes of clothes under the "Clothing of Hope for Our Children in Gaza” initiative in its 328th humanitarian aid convoy to the Gaza Strip.
UAE foreign minister discusses regional security with global counterparts
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has held a series of calls with global counterparts to discuss the impact of Iran’s missile attacks on the UAE and the wider region.
The UAE air defences have intercepted 6 ballistic missiles and 9 drones on Friday, according to a statement from the Ministry of Defence.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast more rain for parts of the UAE until Friday night, driven by a main weather front over the far western regions.
Private schools and early learning centres in Dubai will continue remote learning until April 3, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) confirmed on Friday.
