Team Blitz India
More than half a million children stamped their own passports upon arrival at the Dubai International Airport (DXB) during the last 12 months, until April 10.
From its launch on April 19 last year, until the end of 2023, a total of 434,889 children had the opportunity to stamp their passports themselves through special immigration counters – known as ‘Kiddie Lane’ – dedicated for them.
Immigration officials, led by Lieutenant General Mohammed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, visited the Dubai International Airport on April 10, including the Kiddie Lane, joined by mascots Salem and Salama. Special gifts and mementos were given to the young travellers.
Unparalleled experience
The platform offers children an unparalleled experience, boosting their confidence and ensuring a seamless, enriching travel experience. It also reinforces Dubai’s position and its airports as among the world’s best. Specifically designed passport control lanes and counters at DXB Terminals 1, 2, and 3 aim to make the arrival process interactive and enjoyable for children aged 4 to 12.
As part of his regular oversight visits to ensure business progress and readiness, Lt-Gen Al Marri visited the airport on the first day of Eid. His visit included inspections of the arrivals and departures halls at three terminals. Accompanying him were his deputy, Maj Gen Obaid Muhair bin Saro, and several senior officers and officials from the airport sector.
During his tour, Lt Gen Al Marri examined the performance and service quality at the children’s platform, expressing appreciation for the efforts of Dubai Residence Passports officers and the platform team. He emphasised the importance of providing a safe, enjoyable, and enriching environment for children during travel. Such initiatives, he noted, enhance travellers’ experiences and create positive memories for them and their families.
The visit was part of the UAE’s dedication to improving service quality and infrastructure development to meet the community’s needs.
