Gulf & World
New Dubai Shared Housing Law Grants Tenant Refund Rights
Dubai's Law No. 4 of 2026 allows shared housing tenants to terminate early and claim unused rent refunds. Learn the new notice and refund rules.
30 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
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#Expat Life
Gulf & World
Oman Police Sue Expats Over Viral Money-Throwing Videos
Royal Oman Police initiate legal action after viral videos showed expats throwing cash at employees. One video was staged, but investigations continue.
30 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman and India Hold Historic Social Security Talks for Indian Expats
Oman and India held first official talks to discuss social protection and pension portability for the 550,000 Indian expatriates living in Oman.
30 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Egyptian Expat Arrested for Fraudulent Lease Agreements in Kuwait
Kuwait security forces have arrested an Egyptian expatriate for selling forged residential lease documents to unsuspecting expats in Farwaniya.
30 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Cardiac Issues Among Indian Expats Surge in Dubai
New data reveals a worrying rise in cardiac emergencies among young Indian expats in Dubai, with many patients aged between 31 and 50.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Ends Energy Sector Accreditation Grace Period
Oman's energy sector workers must now hold QR-coded Work Practice Licences to renew visas and permits following the end of the grace period.
29 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
Gulf Hiring Slumps as Filipino and Nepali Labour Deployments Drop
New data reveals a sharp contraction in Filipino and Nepali labour deployments to the Gulf, with significant drops in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Takes Legal Action After Viral Sea Turtle Harassment Video
Oman's Environment Authority is taking legal action against a tourist after a viral video showed the harassment of nesting sea turtles at Ras Al Hadd.
29 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Kerala Medical Rep Found Dead in Muscat Home
Shivakumar Mohankumar, a Kerala medical representative, was found dead in his Muscat home. OMMR is assisting with logistical formalities.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Travel & Airlines
Kuwait Customs Warns: Don't Carry Luggage for Others
Kuwait Customs warns travelers they will be held legally liable if caught carrying luggage containing prohibited items for others.
29 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
High Cardiac Issues Among Young Indian Expats in Dubai
New data shows Indian nationals make up 65% of cardiac patients in Dubai, with many in the 31-50 age group facing high risks.
29 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Police Sue Expats Over Viral Money-Throwing Videos
Royal Oman Police are taking legal action after viral videos showed expatriates throwing money at service workers in Oman.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Inflation Hits 3.4% as Food and Transport Costs Surge
Oman's annual inflation rose to 3.4% in August 2026, driven by surging food and transport costs, impacting expatriate households.
29 September 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Etihad Rail Launches Dubai-Abu Dhabi Passenger Service
Etihad Rail launches passenger services between Dubai and Abu Dhabi on September 30, 2026, offering travel times under an hour.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Oman Updates Visa Conversion Rules for Work Permits
Oman introduces new rules allowing visitors, students, and families to convert their visas to work permits without leaving the country.
28 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Dubai Tenants Swap Renewals for New Leases as Rents Drop
Dubai tenants are ditching renewals for new leases to save up to 15% on rent, according to recent Dubai Land Department data.
28 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
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
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