Emiratis no longer require a pre-entry visa to travel to Russia.
An agreement signed between the countries last year has now come into effect.
Holders of all types of UAE passports can benefit from the move.
The UAE is currently ranked number 1 in the global Passport Index, with its citizens enjoying visa-free access to 167 countries.
UAE announces suspension of Iranian airlines' flights
Flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the UAE have been suspended until further notice, according to the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
Saudi Crown Prince offers condolences to H.H. Sheikh Mohammed
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, has offered his condolences to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the passing of the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
10 million meals for Gaza in tribute to late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid
More than 10 million meals will be prepared for people in Gaza as part of a major humanitarian initiative honouring the legacy of the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who passed away earlier this week.
UAE steps up winter relief efforts for Gaza families
The UAE's Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 has launched its annual Winter Clothing Initiative aimed at supporting one million people in Gaza.
Sheikh Abdullah meets President of Ecuador on UNGA81 sidelines
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has affirmed the UAE's keenness to deepen its partnership with Ecuador during a meeting with the country's President Daniel Noboa in New York.
Dubai Police trains school bus drivers and supervisors on student safety
Dubai Police has delivered a series of awareness workshops to 476 school bus drivers and supervisors to reinforce safety practices.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed receives condolences on passing of Sheikh Ahmed
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, continued to receive condolences at Zabeel Majlis on Wednesday following the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
UAE welcomes US statement on Sudan peace efforts
The UAE has welcomed a United States statement supporting efforts to achieve peace in Sudan, including a call for an immediate and unconditional humanitarian truce and a commitment to a comprehensive political dialogue leading to civilian rule.
UAE among global leaders in nuclear security progress
The United Arab Emirates has made significant progress in the 2026 Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) Nuclear Security Index, ranking fourth out of 48 countries assessed for protecting nuclear facilities against sabotage.
Sharjah approves over AED17.8 million in debt settlement for citizens
More than AED17.8 million in debt have been settled for UAE nationals living in Sharjah.
Sheikh Abdullah chairs UAE-France-India trilateral meeting at UN
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has chaired a trilateral meeting under the framework of the UAE-France-India cooperation initiative on the sidelines of the 81st UNGA81.
Sheikh Abdullah joins Trump meeting on sidelines of UN General Assembly
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has participated in a meeting convened by US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the 81st Session of UNGA81 in New York.
UAE President and Rulers offer condolences to H.H. Sheikh Mohammed
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, along with other Rulers, offered their condolences to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum laid to rest
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been laid to rest at Dubai's Umm Hurair Cemetery on Tuesday, following a funeral prayer attended by royals at Grand Zabeel Mosque.
UAE, partners renew push for Gaza peace plan
Foreign ministers from the UAE and seven other countries have expressed deep concern over the continuing humanitarian suffering in Gaza.
Sharjah Ruler approves major leisure project in Kalba
Sharjah is moving ahead with a major new recreational project in Kalba.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum passes away; 10-day mourning in Dubai
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has passed away on Monday, with the Court of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, declaring a 10-day mourning in the Emirate.
Funeral prayer for Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid to be held on Tuesday
The funeral prayer for the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Za'abeel Grand Mosque in Dubai.
UAE detects 377 cases of fake Emiratisation in half-year review
A total of 377 fake recruitments to bypass Emiratisation targets have been detected at private sector firms across the UAE during the first half of 2026, Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announced on Tuesday.
Sheikh Abdullah meets global counterparts at UN
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with foreign ministers from a host of countries on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81) in New York.
Flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the UAE have been suspended until further notice, according to the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, has offered his condolences to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the passing of the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
More than 10 million meals will be prepared for people in Gaza as part of a major humanitarian initiative honouring the legacy of the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who passed away earlier this week.
