English News
Reviews describe Gulf News as a leading English newspaper covering UAE, GCC and international news.
Gulf News
Al Wasl
Gulf News is a newspaper publisher in Al Wasl, known in reviews for English UAE and Middle East news, classifieds and magazines. The building has also been used for IELTS and IGCSE exams, so visitors may be coming for a test rather than a newsroom visit.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
249 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Classifieds
The publication is also used for job searches, business listings and classified advertising.
Test Venue
The building has hosted IELTS and IGCSE exams, including IELTS speaking tests.
Easy Location
One IELTS visitor found the location relatively easy to find, despite parking being elsewhere in the building.
Friendly Office
Some office visitors mention a pleasant layout and friendly front-office staff.
Tips for a Better Visit
Read Terms. Before choosing a digital subscription, read the terms carefully because one reviewer reported no refunds after an appeal.
Confirm Delivery. If you want a printed weekend paper, confirm Saturday and Sunday delivery before paying for an annual plan.
Plan Parking. For IELTS, check the parking route in advance: one visitor found parking on the other side of the building.
Bring Refreshments. Bring your own food and drinks if you have a long exam visit, as one review found no café or cafeteria on site.
Allow Time. Arrive with extra time for exams rather than relying only on the scheduled start; one visitor waited 90 minutes.
Check Opening. Confirm the entrance opening time before an exam, since one review says the gate opened at 8:50 instead of 8:00.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Zayed Road,Opposite Emirates Holidays Near Emarat Atrium / Holiday Inn Express / Safa Park
Al Wasl, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Top Magazines
The publication is also noted for its magazines.
breaking news
A review highlights breaking news, videos and top UAE stories as a useful part of the service.
Common Concerns
Subscription Terms
Digital subscriptions are described as inflexible, with refunds refused even after an appeal.
Weekend Delivery
A subscriber said Saturday and Sunday print editions stopped after an annual subscription drive without prior consent.
Delivery Delays
One regular subscriber reported that deliveries were not punctual in Al Ain.
Editorial Bias
Some readers object to what they consider biased coverage of India and its government.
Exam Delays
An IELTS visitor waited 90 minutes before entering the testing room and found the process disorganized.
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The Bottom Line
Gulf News is a long-established UAE newspaper publisher in Al Wasl. Reviews point to its English-language coverage of UAE, GCC and international news, along with practical uses such as job searches, business advertising, classifieds and magazines. It is worth considering if you want a broad English newspaper rather than a specialist publication, although readers are divided about its editorial balance.
The building is also associated with testing. Reviews mention IELTS and IGCSE exams, including IELTS speaking tests, and one visitor found the location relatively easy to find. That said, the test-day experience has not been consistent: parking may be on the other side of the building, one visitor waited 90 minutes to enter the testing room, and another found the gate opening later than the posted 8:00 time.
There is reportedly no café or cafeteria, so bring refreshments. Subscription details deserve careful attention. Reviewers describe digital terms as inflexible and say refunds were refused, while print subscribers reported weekend editions stopping without consent and irregular delivery in Al Ain.
A few readers also criticised coverage of India as biased. In short, Gulf News has useful news, advertising and examination connections, but confirm exactly what a subscription or visit includes before committing.
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