Guides
Plain-English guides to UAE visas, documents and travel, kept up to date by our team.
Updated 29 October 2026
Maid Visa Cost in the UAE (2026): Government vs Service Fees
What makes up the cost of a maid visa in the UAE in 2026: work permit, entry permit, medical, Emirates ID, insurance and residence. Get a written estimate.
Updated 29 October 2026
Parents Visa UAE: Requirements and Documents (2026 Guide)
Want to sponsor your mother and father in the UAE? Learn the usual parents visa requirements, documents, income rules and steps, explained in plain English.
Updated 29 October 2026
UAE Job Seeker Visa: 60, 90 or 120 Days Explained (2026)
The UAE job seeker visa lets you enter without a sponsor to look for work. Learn who qualifies, the 60/90/120-day options, estimated fees and documents needed.
Updated 29 October 2026
UAE Visit Visa: 30 Days vs 60 Days, Which Should You Choose?
Compare the UAE 30-day and 60-day visit visa: estimated fees, single vs multiple entry, documents, and tips to pick the right one for your trip or family visit.
Updated 29 October 2026
UAE Residence Visa Renewal Checklist (2026): Steps and Documents
A simple checklist for renewing your UAE residence visa: when to start, documents, medical test, Emirates ID, insurance and how to avoid late fines in 2026.
Updated 29 October 2026
Degree Certificate Attestation in the UAE: Step-by-Step Guide
Need your degree attested for a UAE job, visa or equivalency? Learn the attestation chain, documents, MOFA's digital service and how to avoid common delays.
Updated 29 October 2026
Legal Translation in Ras Al Khaimah: What You Need to Know
Need a legal Arabic translation in Ras Al Khaimah? Learn when MOJ-licensed translation is required, which documents need it and how to order it fully online.
Updated 29 October 2026
How to Check Your UAE Visa Status Online (ICP and GDRFA)
Learn how to check your UAE visa or residence status online using the official ICP and GDRFA smart services, what details you need and what each result means.
Updated 29 October 2026
Georgia Holiday from Dubai: A 5-Day Plan for Families and Couples
Plan a 5-day Georgia holiday from Dubai: Tbilisi, Kazbegi mountains, Kakheti wine country and more. Tips for families and couples, best seasons and visa checks.
Updated 29 October 2026
Jebel Jais Day Trip from Dubai or Ras Al Khaimah: Planning Guide
Plan a Jebel Jais day trip from Dubai or Ras Al Khaimah: what to book, things to do, what to pack and why October to April is the best season to visit the peak.