🛂 Passport Applications, Visa-Free Travel & Churches Re-Opened ✨

It’s finally FRIDAAYYYY!!! But is the news giving weekend? Hmmm you be the judge of that 👀

NEWS

Several Indian Residents Queued Up At The UAE Embassy For Their Passport Applications

• Passport, visa and attestation services for indians living in the UAE were suspended for a few days until July 1, as consular services were switching to a new service provider - from BLS International to Al Hind Tours and Travel LLC.

• However, the scheduled launch by Alhind Tours and Travels LLC on July 1 was delayed.

• For the first time since 2009, hundreds of Indian expats queued up without appointments at their embassy and consulate yesterday to submit passport applications in person.

• Both The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai opened their doors for walk-in appointments, with a first-come-first-serve basis from 9am-12.30pm from July 2.

• Nri’s queuing on Thursday were also among the first to pay India's revised passport fees, which went to effect on July 1 (A regular renewal now costs AED450, almost 60% jump from the initial price of AED285). many community members have also reached out to the Ministry of

• External Affairs with requests to revise the fee and offer a 50% reduction.

SHARABLES

🍿Sharable bits and tips! 

• 🇦🇲 Good news for UAE travellers!⁠ Armenia has extended its visa-free entry programme for UAE residents and GCC citizens until July 1, 2027, making it even easier to plan your next getaway ✈️⁠

• Portugal won and Dubai showed UPPPPP🔥 ⁠Celebrations went wild everywhere, and fans didn’t hold back one bit... CONGRATS PORTUGAL! 🇵🇹⁠

• Watch people drive underwater in Dubai 💦

• After three months of restrictions, the Dubai churches are now fully reopened! 🙌🏼

• A little calm spot by the sea 💙 Making beach days feel easier, softer, and more inclusive 🥹⁠⁠

• From AC-chilled bus stops to free air-conditioned playrooms right on the beach, Dubai makes sure everyone stays cool 😍⁠

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SPORTS AND THINGS

• The Arab Elite Cup (AEC) is officially underway in Dubai, bringing together some of the region’s most talented young footballers for four days of exciting matches, skills challenges and plenty of future-star moments ⚽️

The Ultimate Summer Adventure On Yas Island

Yas Island’s Summer Camp 2026 is back, bringing 7 weeks of adventure for kids aged 7–13 🎢🌞  From thrilling rides to hands-on learning experiences, Yas Island’s Summer Camp 2026 is set to keep kids entertained all summer long. Running from July 6 to August 21, the camp offers a packed schedule of adventures across Yas Island’s world-famous attractions, including Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World™, SeaWorld®, and CLYMB Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Each week features a fresh lineup of activities designed to combine fun, exploration, and learning, making every visit a new experience for young campers.

📆 Dates: July 6 – August 21, 2026
💰 5-Day, 5-Attraction Camp: AED 1,595 per child
🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Sibling Rate: AED 1,275 per additional sibling
🌟 Day Camp: AED 440 for 1 day at 1 attraction
📍 Location: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

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