Dubai GDRFA launches ALSAADA privilege card for tourists

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Dubai's General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) has announced the launch of the ALSAADA Tourist Card, offering exclusive privileges, discounts and promotions.

The card will be given free of charge to tourists arriving at Dubai International Airport.

The announcement was made on the sidelines of the 40th edition of GITEX Technology Week, which concluded on Thursday.

Tourists will have to scan a barcode on their smartphones to download the ALSAADA Tourist application and then enter their passport number and date of arrival in order to generate a smart card under their name.

The application will also provide users access to the full list of promotions and discounts offered by ALSAADA card's partners.

The card will expire once the tourist leaves the city but they can get a new one on their next visit to Dubai.

"Today we have launched the ALSAADA Tourist Card, which will provide visitors to Dubai a range of exclusive services and discounts across various commercial establishments and sectors so that they can enjoy their stay in Dubai, the city of happiness. This initiative was launched as part of the country’s commitment to provide an exceptional experience for visitors," said Major General Mohamed Ahmed Al-Marri, Director-General of the GDRFA.

The sectors covered under the programme include: Travel and Tourism, Restaurants, Health and Beauty, Banks and Exchanges, Vehicles, Technology and Communications, Malls and Fashion, Online Shopping, Home Essentials, Entertainment, Retail and Weddings and Events.

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