Dubai: Dubai has introduced a commemorative passport stamp for all inbound passengers to mark the 54th Eid Al Etihad, honoring the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum.
According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative pays tribute to the shared vision, values, and leadership of the two founding figures, which laid the foundations for the UAE’s unity and development. This year’s campaign integrates national symbolism with a visual identity inspired by the leaders, aiming to revive the spirit of the Union’s early years and introduce visitors to the ideals upon which the UAE was established.
Brand Dubai, responsible for developing the campaign’s visual identity, designed the commemorative stamp and accompanying elements. The stamp’s design, featuring the Founding Fathers, serves as a national emblem for every visitor arriving in Dubai. This initiative is part of a series of visual, cultural, and celebratory experiences organized by Brand Dubai across the emirate during the National Month.
The commemorative stamp holds emotional and symbolic significance, reflecting the story of the UAE’s founding and the principles that established a nation renowned for progress, opportunity, and well-being. The values of Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid continue to inspire generations, reinforcing unity, national pride, and loyalty to the leadership.
The ‘Zayed and Rashid’ stamp is a key feature of this year’s Eid Al Etihad celebrations, offering visitors a unique welcome upon arrival. It underscores the Spirit of the Union that characterizes the UAE during this national occasion, while GDRFA Dubai reflects this spirit by enhancing the arrival experience to highlight the meaning and value of the Emirati identity.