Dubai announced that all visas issued from the emirate will now bear the Global Village Season 30 logo.
Travellers arriving in the UAE will also receive a special entry stamp bearing the same logo. Dubai's General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs announced the initiative to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the entertainment destination.
Visitors whose passports carry the S30 stamp will get free entry to Global Village, for a period of 10 days starting from October 15. The stamp must appear alongside the entry stamp, and the offer can be redeemed once only.
Global Village is set to open on October 15 at 6pm, in what will be its "most spectacular edition" yet.
The launch will kick off with a drone and pyrotechnic show forming a glowing '30' with the season’s theme message.
At 9pm, 600 drones will return to unveil welcome messages, followed by the first fireworks display of the season. Meanwhile wing-suited skydivers will soar through the illuminated display.
The attraction will be open this season until May 10, 2026. Visitors can expect the familiar mix of international pavilions, food from across the globe, cultural performances, shopping, rides, and live entertainment — but with extra surprises promised for the milestone year.
