Rules – Page 13

Dubai car leasing in 2025: Costs, rules and best options for expats | World News

[ad_1] Car leasing remains a flexible and hassle-free option for expats navigating Dubai’s roads, with tailored plans and updated requirements in 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: Leasing a car in Dubai remains a cost-efficient option in 2025, particularly for expats and residents who seek flexibility, lower monthly costs, and minimal financial commitment compared to buying. Lease durations […]

RTA extends Dubai Metro timings for Global Encounters Festival: Rules, timing, full travel details here | World News

[ad_1] Dubai Metro hours extended for Global Encounters Festival at DWTC, expect late-night trains/ Image: File TL;DR Dubai Metro will run until 1am on Sunday, July 20 (instead of midnight). The extended service supports the Global Encounters Festival crowd at Dubai World Trade Centre. RTA urges metro use to avoid traffic and parking issues in […]

UAE: Sugar levels may now decide the cost of your drinks with new tax rules on sugar-based beverages | World News

[ad_1] Starting in 2026, the UAE will tax sugary drinks based on their sugar content to encourage healthier consumption and reduce sugar intake/ Image: File UAE to tax sugary drinks based on sugar content starting 2026. Flat 50% tax on sweetened drinks will be replaced by a sugar-based tiered system. More sugar = higher tax; […]

New work rules in Oman: Certification now mandatory for engineering and finance professionals | World News

[ad_1] From August 2025, engineers and accountants in Oman must secure official certification to obtain or renew work permits/Representative Image TL;DR: As of August 1, 2025, engineers in Oman must hold an Oman Society of Engineers (OSE) classification certificate approved by the Sector Skills Unit (SSU) before securing or renewing work permits. From September 1, […]

Donald Trump’s environmental rollback: Provides regulatory relief to coal-fired plants; reverses Biden era rules to ‘national security’

[ad_1] US President Donald Trump is planning to reverse environmental regulations introduced during the Biden administration, announcing two years of regulatory relief for coal-fired power plants, chemical manufacturers and other industrial polluters.The decision, framed as a national security measure, was revealed through a series of presidential proclamations issued late on Thursday.The exemptions apply to a […]

New health rules in Dubai: Medical tests now required for visas, jobs, and driving licences | World News

[ad_1] Medical screening becomes mandatory in Dubai for visas, jobs, and driving licences from July 2025/ Representative Image TL;DR Starting end of July 2025, medical tests are mandatory for visa, work, and licence applications in Dubai. Tests must be done through approved health centers and focus on infectious diseases like HIV and TB. Dubai Health […]

Top visa-free destinations for UAE residents in 2025: Rules and stay limits explained | World News

[ad_1] UAE residents enjoy expanding visa-free travel options across popular global destinations in 2025 / Representative Image TL;DR UAE residents, regardless of nationality can enter several countries visa-free. You just need a valid passport and UAE residency visa. Countries include Armenia, Georgia, Seychelles, and more. If you’re living in the UAE and hold a residency […]

Major changes in Saudi Arabia: Everything you need to know about overstay rules and Absher platform | World News

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia is using advanced AI and its Absher platform to track visit visa overstays, holding both expats and employers accountable with heavy fines/Representative Image TL;DR: Saudi Arabia introduced a 30-day grace period effective June 26 for expired visit visas this is a major shift from older 90‑day fines. Failure to leave within this […]

Running a restaurant in UAE? Here are the rules you can’t ignore | World News

[ad_1] Arabic menus and cultural compliance are a must for restaurants in the UAE /Representative Image TL;DR: Arabic menus and signage aren’t optional. It’s a legal and cultural requirement.Alcohol, pork, and shisha each come with their own set of strict handling rules.UAE law also controls your closing time, packaging, and even your music volume.Owning a […]

New visa rules in Saudi Arabia: Here’s everything expats need to know | World News

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia introduces a skill-based permit system, transforming the expat workforce/Image: File TL;DR: Saudi Arabia’s new visa policy now considers skills, experience, and salary. Expats are grouped into three levels: high-skilled, skilled, and basic.This change joins with Vision 2030 and big national projects like NEOM and Qiddiya. While professionals may benefit from this system, […]