Sources & References

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Written by Sana Jamal

MSc Finance · 20+ years UAE resident · banking & personal finance

Last updated: January 28, 2026

At UAEWow, we aim to provide accurate and practical information for people living in or visiting the United Arab Emirates. To support this, we rely on a combination of official sources, public information, and real-world experience when creating and updating our content.

Types of Sources We Use

Our content may be based on information from:

  • Official UAE government websites and public portals
  • Telecom service providers and official announcements
  • Transport authorities and public transport operators
  • Publicly available policies, guides, and notices
  • On-the-ground experience from UAE residents and long-term expats

Sources may vary depending on the topic and emirate.

How We Use Sources

We aim to:

  • Cross-check information where possible
  • Clearly explain when information may change or differ by emirate
  • Update content if official rules, prices, or procedures change

Some content is written to simplify complex information into easy-to-understand guidance for everyday use.

Verification Responsibility

While we strive for accuracy:

  • Readers should always confirm critical details directly with official authorities or service providers
  • UAEWow does not replace official guidance or professional advice

Transparency

If a page references a specific source or official authority, it is mentioned within the content where relevant. We do not claim official affiliation unless clearly stated.

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Sana Jamal - Sana Jamal holds an MSc in Finance from an American university in the UAE and has lived and worked in the UAE for over 20 years — giving her first-hand, resident-level experience with UAE banking, salary systems, and everyday personal finance processes, not just theoretical knowledge. With a background in journalism, she specializes in turning UAE banking procedures and government financial services into clear, accurate, practical guidance — from checking a FAB account balance to understanding Ratibi and salary protection status. Sana writes and reviews UAEWOW's finance and banking content to keep it accurate and current with how these services actually work.

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