Dubai is set to witness several important changes in April 2026, affecting banking services, education, travel and residency rules, according to Time Out Dubai. Authorities have confirmed that these updates will be implemented as part of ongoing policy adjustments across the emirate.
Banks to phase out OTPs
According to News Report Banks in the United Arab Emirates are completing the phased removal of one-time passwords sent via text messages and email for high-value transactions.
The transition began in July 2025 under the direction of the Central Bank of the UAE and will now be fully implemented. Customers will instead be required to authenticate transactions through their bank’s mobile application, offering a higher level of security. OTPs have traditionally been used for online payments and digital transactions, including shopping and QR-based payments.
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