Services at government transaction centres in Dubai will remain suspended until April 18 as part of efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19.
That’s according to the Department of Economic Development, which has extended the temporary closure until the end of the National Disinfection Programme in the emirate.
Customers can continue to carry out the transactions online.
The DED had initially asked government service centres to close for two weeks, from March 25.
High-level Saudi delegation offers condolences to H.H. Sheikh Mohammed
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, received condolences from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, on the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
UAE condemns attacks in Ethiopia, urges de-escalation
The UAE has strongly condemned recent attacks by the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) and allied armed groups against Ethiopian federal forces, as well as the seizure of airports in the Tigray region and the escalation of fighting in the neighbouring Afar and Amhara regions.
UAE strengthens focus on early childhood, family wellbeing
The UAE is launching a nationwide initiative to help families support children's learning, development and wellbeing during their most important early years.
17 tanks seized in Dubai for illegal waste disposal in first half of 2026
A total of 17 tanks were seized for the illegal disposal of harmful materials during the first half of the year, Dubai Police announced on Friday, adding that 18 suspects were detained.
Dubai Municipality records over 2,000 violations in residential areas
As many as 2,395 violations in unauthorised construction and illegal occupancy in residential areas have been recorded in the first half of 2026, Dubai Municipality announced, adding that strict action has been taken against 466 cases.
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