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Dubai exempts 316 citizens from housing loan repayments

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 16:56

By ARN News Staff

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Dubai has announced the exemption of 316 Emirati citizens from housing loan repayments.

The decision was ordered by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai’s Crown Prince and the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister.

Announced on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, the gesture brings relief and reassurance to the beneficiaries and their families.

The initiative reflects Dubai’s continued commitment to supporting citizens, enhancing quality of life and promoting family stability.

Under the directives of Mohammed bin Rashid, Hamdan bin Mohammed orders exemption of 316 citizens from housing loan repayments. The gesture comes on the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan. pic.twitter.com/rFfaArW9aO
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 18, 2026

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