Gulf & World
Kuwait Expats: Online Civil Status Updates for Article 7 Residents
Article 7 self-sponsored expats in Kuwait can now update civil status information online via the Sahel app or PACI website.
28 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
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Money & Banking
UAE Implements New VAT Recovery Rules for Staff Housing
Starting October 2026, UAE businesses can only claim VAT on staff housing if it is mandatory under MoHRE. Find out if your company is affected.
28 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Central Bank of Kuwait Launches Kuwait Wage Protection and Payment System for All Private-Sector Workers
The Central Bank of Kuwait introduces KWPS to ensure private-sector workers receive timely salary payments through licensed banks.
28 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Qatar Seals 388 Work Sites Over Heat Stress Violations
Qatar's Ministry of Labour has shut down 388 work sites for three days following major heat stress regulation violations during its summer campaign.
28 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Qatar Visa-on-Arrival: 206 Approved Professions for GCC Residents
GCC residents must match their job title to a specific list of 206 professions to qualify for Qatar's visa-on-arrival. Check the requirements here.
28 September 2026 · 5 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
Bahrain New Temporary Work Permit Rules for Expats
Bahrain's LMRA introduces new rules allowing expats to work for different employers for up to three months under specific conditions.
28 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Kuwait Allows Visa Transfers for Expats Stranded by Fake Firms
Kuwait's PAM allows stranded expats from defunct or fake companies to transfer their residency visas to new sponsors after filing a complaint.
28 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Dubai Shared Housing Law: Early Termination and Rent Refunds
Dubai's new shared housing law allows tenants to terminate leases early and claim rent refunds. Learn about the new rules for shared apartments and villas.
27 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Ends Automatic Visa Extensions and Updates Residency Laws
Kuwait terminates automatic visa extensions and introduces new residency rules for revoked citizens and domestic workers. Check your status now.
27 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Bahrain Mandates Health Insurance for New Family Visas
Bahrain now requires private health insurance for all new family and dependent visa applications. Learn the new requirements and rules here.
27 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Travel & Airlines
Etihad Rail Dubai-Abu Dhabi Service Starts Sept 30
Travel between Dubai and Abu Dhabi in under an hour with Etihad Rail's new service starting September 30. Fares start from just 39 Dirhams.
27 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
New Dubai Shared Housing Law: Rental Refunds & Sub-letting Ban
Dubai's new shared housing law introduces rental refund rights, a ban on sub-letting, and strict space requirements for shared flats and bed spaces.
27 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
Oman Reports 11,000+ Labour Law Violations and 2,944 Expulsions
Oman's Ministry of Labour reports over 11,000 labour law violations and 2,944 expulsions during the first half of 2026.
27 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Halts Work Permit Renewals for Expats Over 60
Oman has halted work permit renewals for expatriates over 60, reversing a 2022 policy and leaving thousands of workers facing residency uncertainty.
27 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Imposes 90-Day Limit on GCC Cars; November Deadline Looming
Saudi Arabia mandates a 90-day annual limit for GCC-registered vehicles. Learn about the November deadline, fines, and how to avoid penalties.
27 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia: 7 Ways Expats Can Change Jobs Without Consent
Learn how expatriates in Saudi Arabia can change jobs without employer consent under seven specific conditions via the Qiwa platform.
27 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Two Indians Win $1 Million Each in Dubai Duty Free Draw
Indian expats Saravanan Malairaj and Bhanu Sobhani each won $1 million in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire raffle draw.
26 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Family Visa Salary Confusion Leaves Expats in Limbo
Expats in Oman face uncertainty over minimum salary requirements for family joining visas due to conflicting official government information.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Double $1 Million Win for Indian Expats in Dubai Duty Free Draw
Two Indian expats, a textile owner and a storekeeper, have each won $1 million in the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Two Indian Expats Win $1 Million Each in Dubai Draw
Indian expats Bhanu Sobhani and Saravanan Malairaj each win $1 million in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw.
26 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kuwait Ends Automatic Visa and Leave Permit Extensions
Kuwait's Ministry of Interior has ended automatic visa and leave permit extensions. Check your Sahel app status to avoid fines or entry denial.
26 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Indian Manufacturer Hits $1M Dubai Duty Free Jackpot
Dubai-based Indian textile manufacturer Bhanu Sobhani wins $1 million in the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw after years of playing.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
New Dubai Shared Accommodation Law and Rent Refund Rules
Dubai's Law No. 4 of 2026 allows shared accommodation tenants to terminate leases early and claim rent refunds. Learn your rights here.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
New Bahrain Family Health Insurance Rules for Dependents
Bahrain's LMRA introduces mandatory health insurance for all new family and dependent residency permits starting September 2026.
26 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh