Visa

IT & Telecommunications

Visa launches threat intelligence platform

Thu, 02 Jul 2026

Visa has launched the Visa Threat Intelligence Platform (VTIP), a new solution that helps financial institutions detect and respond to cyber threats that can lead to fraud and financial loss, leveraging the same cybersecurity capabilities Visa uses to protect its own global network.

Finance & Capital Market

Sav ties up with Visa to enhance digital payment experience

Thu, 16 Jul 2026

Sav, the region’s rapidly growing consumer fintech platform, and Visa, a world leader in digital payments, have signed an exclusive five-year, multimillion-dollar strategic partnership that will see Visa become Sav's exclusive card network across the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Miscellaneous

US embassy in Abu Dhabi, Dubai consulate cancel consular appointments

Tue, 14 Jul 2026

The US Embassy in Abu Dhabi and US Consulate General in Dubai have cancelled consular appointments from July 13 to 15 due to the regional security situation, a US Mission to UAE post on X said.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Travel technology firm Atlys opens first Dubai store

Mon, 13 Jul 2026

Atlys, a travel technology company enabling travellers to apply for visas across 120+ destinations, has opened its first experience centre at BurJuman Mall, Dubai.

Miscellaneous

Qatar ends temporary extension of visas from June 7

Fri, 29 May 2026

Qatar's Ministry of Interior (MOI) has announced the termination of automatic extension of all types of expired or nearly expired entry visas, effective Sunday, June 7.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

VFS Global opens new Turkey visa centre in Bahrain

Sat, 16 May 2026

VFS Global has opened a new Türkiye Visa Application Centre in Manama, Bahrain, on the 18th floor of the Diplomat Commercial Offices in the Diplomatic Area, enhancing secure visa services for travellers.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Visa-free travel takes effect between Saudi Arabia, Russia

Mon, 11 May 2026

Building on the strong relations between Saudi Arabia and Russia, the mutual visa exemption agreement between the two countries entered into force on May 11, reflecting their shared commitment to advancing tourism and cultural exchange.

Finance & Capital Market

Visa appoints Emirates NBD as National Net Settlement Service Agent in UAE

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Visa, a world leader in digital payments, has appointed Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, as its official National Net Settlement Service (NNSS) Agent in the UAE.

Miscellaneous

UAE allows expats with expired residency to enter UAE without new visa

Thu, 12 Mar 2026

UAE's Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security has decided to allow residents currently outside the UAE whose residency permits have expired to return to the country, as prevailing circumstances in the region have prevented their return due to airspace closures.

Miscellaneous

EU may ease travel visas for certain professionals

Fri, 06 Feb 2026

The European Commission has announced it will look into allowing certain non-EU professionals to stay in the EU beyond the current 90/180-day rule, as part of a future overhaul of its visa system, a report said.