Oman Labour Law Changes: Expat Job Ban in 200+ Professions Oman has embarked on a transformative overhaul of its labour market, unveiling a sweeping policy that prohibits expatriates from working in more than 200 professions, including roles traditionally held by foreign workers in sectors from hospitality to management. Announced in January 2026 by the Ministry […]
Kuwait streamlines work visas and residency permits / AI Generated Image Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior officially implemented a major overhaul of the nation’s immigration system through Ministerial Resolution No. 2249/2025. Signed by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef, these new executive regulations simplify visa procedures while introducing a tiered residency […]
Explore Dubai Free Zones for 100% foreign ownership, tax advantages, and multi zone operations with the Free Zone passport/Representative Image Dubai has become one of the world’s most attractive destinations for entrepreneurs and investors. Its network of Free Zones offers a simple, tax-friendly, and fully foreign owned business environment, making it easier than ever for […]
Expats in Saudi Arabia can now quietly buy alcohol in Riyadh, signaling cautious policy change/Representative Image Saudi Arabia has taken a cautious step in loosening its long-standing restrictions on alcohol, allowing non-Muslim residents under the country’s special residency program to purchase alcohol from Riyadh stores that were previously reserved for diplomats. The move is part […]
Saudi cuts expat pay premiums as hiring slows / AI-Generated Image Saudi Arabia is quietly reshaping the way it hires foreign talent, scaling back the hefty salary premiums that once defined expat recruitment as businesses tighten budgets and reassess staffing needs across major sectors. Roles that previously came with automatic double-digit pay bumps are now […]
Indian expats in the UAE can file for divorce in India if either spouse is domiciled there or the marriage was solemnised in India. (AI Representational image) Indian nationals residing in the UAE may be able to file for divorce in India under certain conditions, explains legal expert Ashish Mehta, founder and Managing Partner of […]
UAE and GCC expats can apply online for Saudi Arabia’s one-year multiple-entry eVisa for tourism, business, family visits, or Umrah/ Image: Pexels Cooperation Council (GCC) countries such as the UAE. The Kingdom has introduced a more streamlined visa process, making it easier than ever to travel for leisure, business, or personal reasons.Under the new system, […]
Taptap Send, a popular UAE remittance app, has temporarily paused transfers for a system upgrade, leaving expats worried before payday/ Image: X Taptap Send, a mobile remittance platform popular among UAE expatriates, has temporarily paused its services for a system upgrade. The app, which allows users to send money abroad at no cost, has reportedly […]
The Work Permit Classification is implemented in two phases: first for current non-Saudi workers from July 5, 2025, then new arrivals August 3, 2025/ Representative Image In a major shift from the decades-old, one-size-fits-all work visa system, Saudi Arabia has launched a new skill-based classification for work permits. Effective July 5th 2025, this policy divides […]
Since 2022, UPI has expanded to the GCC, with Qatar and Oman becoming the latest countries to join/ Representative image The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has rapidly gained global attention for revolutionizing digital payments in India, and its expansion is now making waves in the Middle East, especially across the GCC nations. UPI, which allows […]
