Jobs & Salaries
Bahrain Permits 90-Day Second Jobs for Expats
Bahrain's LMRA introduces new rules allowing expats to take temporary second jobs for up to 90 days without transferring work permits.
12 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
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Jobs & Salaries
Oman Unveils Strict New Rules for Expat Recruitment Agencies
Oman introduces strict new regulations for recruitment agencies to protect expat workers, including a ban on worker recruitment fees.
12 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Mandates 100% Saudization for 69 Admin Roles
Saudi Arabia has implemented 100% Saudization for 69 administrative roles. Expats in these positions may face non-renewal of work permits.
12 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman to Enforce Strict New Recruitment Rules for Expats
Oman's Ministry of Labour introduces strict new recruitment rules for non-Omani workers to protect rights and ensure transparency.
12 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Mandates 2-Year Domestic Worker Guarantee from 2027
Oman introduces a two-year service guarantee for domestic worker recruitment, featuring strict refund policies and enhanced worker protections.
11 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Abu Dhabi Launches 'Jiran' to Help New Expats Settle
The new Jiran initiative in Abu Dhabi pairs new expatriates with local volunteers to help them settle into the community and find essential services.
11 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Saudi Launches Two-Month Yemeni Status Correction Drive
Saudi Arabia has launched a two-month campaign to regularize the residency status of Yemeni nationals across the Kingdom.
11 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Simplifies Family Visas for Skilled Workers
Skilled expats in Saudi Arabia can now process family visas alongside their work visas to ease family reunions.
11 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
Six Rajasthan Youths Trapped in Dubai Recruitment Scam
Six workers from Rajasthan are trapped in Dubai, facing 16-hour shifts, seized passports, and extortion by a recruitment racket.
11 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Travel & Airlines
Etihad Rail Bans Alcohol and Vaping: New Fines Announced
Etihad Rail introduces strict new rules for passengers. Avoid fines of up to Dh500 for alcohol, vaping, and prohibited items on trains and stations.
11 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Dubai, Sharjah Schools Crack Down on Student Photography
Private schools in Dubai and Sharjah are enforcing strict photography and social media rules to protect student privacy and avoid heavy legal fines.
11 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain Residents Slam Unexplained Utility Bill Hikes
Residents in southern Bahrain report massive inconsistencies in electricity, water, and sewerage bills, demanding transparency from authorities.
11 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
UAE Schools Impose Strict Photography Bans to Protect Student Privacy
Private schools in Dubai and Sharjah are enforcing strict photography bans to protect student privacy, with heavy fines for violations.
11 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Tightens Dog Ownership Rules: Muzzles and Licenses Mandatory
Kuwait introduces strict new dog ownership regulations, including mandatory licensing, muzzles in public, and heavy fines for violators.
10 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
36 African Nationals Arrested in Oman for Law Violations
The Royal Oman Police arrested 36 African nationals in Seeb for violating residency and labour laws as part of a crackdown on illegal employment.
10 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Traffic & Fines
Abu Dhabi Bans Car Washing in Public Parking Zones
Abu Dhabi Mobility has banned vehicle washing in public parking and residential zones. Only licensed companies are permitted to clean cars.
10 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Cuts Power in Bachelor Housing Crackdown
Kuwait Municipality disconnects electricity to four properties in the Capital Governorate for violating bachelor housing regulations.
10 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Traffic & Fines
Dubai Police Seize 408 Scooters and Bicycles in Naif
Dubai Police confiscated 408 electric scooters and bicycles in Naif Gold Souk to enforce road safety and traffic regulations.
10 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Launches Online Work Permit Service for 9 Professions
Oman's Ministry of Labour has launched a new digital service for special work permits, covering nine professions to streamline hiring for expats.
10 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Dubai announces 44+ approved zones for shared housing
Dubai Municipality has released a list of 44+ areas where shared housing is permitted, alongside new space and occupancy regulations.
10 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain Launches Major E-Scooter and Bicycle Crackdown
Bahraini authorities launch an intensive enforcement campaign targeting e-scooter and bicycle violations to improve road safety.
9 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Salalah: 14-Day Deadline to Clear Illegal Animal Sheds
Dhofar Municipality has ordered the removal of unauthorized animal sheds in Salalah's Awqad Industrial Area within 14 days.
9 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Illegal Food Kitchens Shut Down in Kuwait's Al-Ahmadi
Kuwaiti authorities have shuttered three illegal food kitchens in Al-Ahmadi and uncovered dozens of commercial violations in recent inspections.
9 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain Permits Expats to Work Second Jobs Temporarily
Bahrain's LMRA introduces a new rule allowing expatriates to work for a second employer for up to 90 days under specific conditions.
9 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh