Author: Mohan Nasre

If you’ve ever tried to buy property in Dubai and simultaneously navigate the residency visa process, you’ll know the experience has historically involved a lot of back and forth. Different government entities, separate applications, documents submitted in one place that need to be verified somewhere else — it works, but it takes time and patience. That’s changing. Dubai has launched a unified digital platform that connects real estate transactions directly with residency services. In practical terms, it means that buying a property and applying for the residency benefits that come with it can now happen through one system rather than…

If you have a young child in Dubai and you’ve been wondering what your options look like when schools and nurseries shift to distance learning, KHDA just gave you a clearer answer. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority has introduced new guidelines that allow home-based learning for children aged 0 to 6 during distance learning periods. It’s a meaningful shift in how early childhood education can be delivered in the emirate, and for parents of young children, it’s worth understanding properly. Here’s what the guidelines actually say and what they mean for your family. What KHDA Has Actually Introduced The…

If you’ve ever grumbled about paying for parking in Dubai — and let’s be honest, most of us have — there’s something new worth knowing about. Dubai has just launched a scheme that lets you get your parking money back simply by shopping at local stores nearby. It’s a pretty straightforward idea, and it could make a real difference for people who drive around the city regularly. Here’s everything you need to know about it. What Exactly Is This Scheme? It’s called the ‘Spots for Shops’ initiative, run by Parkin, which is Dubai’s main public parking operator. The basic idea…

Renting in Dubai can feel overwhelming, especially when your landlord suddenly mentions a rent increase, and you have no idea whether it’s legal or not. The truth is, Dubai has some very clear rules around this — and knowing them puts you in a much stronger position. Let’s go through everything in simple terms. First Things First — Can Landlords Even Raise the Rent? Yes, they can. But there’s a right way and a wrong way to do it. A landlord cannot increase your rent out of nowhere while your lease is still running. The only time rent can go…

If you’re planning to fly to Dubai in the coming weeks, or if you work in the aviation industry, this is something you need to know about right now. Dubai has introduced a significant restriction on international air travel — foreign airlines are now limited to just one flight per day into the city’s airports, and this rule stays in place until May 31. For Indian carriers, which operate some of their busiest and most profitable routes to Dubai, the timing couldn’t be worse. What’s Actually Happening Dubai has capped the number of flights foreign airlines can operate, restricting each…