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Get an international driving permit at Dubai International Airport in 5 mins

Dubai: Travellers can now obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP) at Dubai International Airport in five minutes, following the launch of a new instant service by the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA Dubai) in collaboration with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the Emirates Automobile and Touring Club and Amer. The service is available at the Customer…

Get an international driving permit at Dubai International Airport in 5 mins

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is studying the proposed Airport Express Line, a rail connection between Al Maktoum International Airport and Dubai International Airport. Director General and Chairman Mattar Al Tayer revealed that the study could take at least a year to complete. The line, which would span 55km, has five proposed stations and two spurs connecting to Business Bay and Dubai Marina.

Al Tayer noted that land value near new stations could increase by 15 to 30%. This project is being developed alongside the Dubai Metro Blue and Gold lines, with an estimated combined cost of Dh55 billion. The RailX Dubai Conference and Exhibition, set to take place from May 31 to June 2, 2027, will focus on the future of rail and mobility, featuring over 5,000 participants and 60 international exhibitors.

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