Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 20 April 2026
The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) affirmed that the dynamic movement witnessed across the emirate’s ports, accompanied by a significant influx and remarkable diversity of nationalities, reflects Dubai’s standing as a trusted global destination and an advanced model in managing passenger flows with high efficiency and seamless operations.
In this context, His Excellency Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of GDRFA Dubai, stated that this growing momentum reflects renewed international confidence in the United Arab Emirates and the Emirate of Dubai, as well as their continuous ability to reinforce a safe and stable environment despite regional and global changes.
His Excellency said: “At GDRFA Dubai, we do not merely manage border ports; we manage a gateway of hope and stability. Welcoming this global diversity at the same time, with full seamlessness, reflects a strong message of trust in the UAE and Dubai as an oasis of safety and a meeting point for the world.”
Lieutenant General Al Marri added: “Our directives to our teams are clear: people come first. We are committed to delivering a seamless and digital entry experience for every arrival, enhancing quality of life and reinforcing the UAE’s image as a global destination built on trust, efficiency, and constant readiness.”
GDRFA Dubai continues to advance its integrated operational ecosystem across ports by adopting advanced digital solutions and enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring the highest levels of smooth flow and elevating customer experience from the very first moment of arrival, within a vision driven by innovation, future readiness, and the integration of security and service.
This advanced performance reflects an institutional approach centered on empowering national talent and adopting global best practices in port management, further strengthening travelers’ confidence and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global gateway that combines safety, ease of procedures, and a refined human-centric experience.
