Jobs & Salaries
2026 Expat Salary Benchmarks: UAE, Saudi and Qatar
New 2026 data reveals salary benchmarks for skilled trades and mid-level professionals across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.
5 November 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
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#Saudi Arabia
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Updates Qiwa Rules for Job Transfers
Saudi Arabia has updated Qiwa platform rules regarding job transfers, visa quotas, and digital contract authentication for expatriates.
5 November 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Claim Missile Strike on Riyadh’s King Khalid Airport
Houthi forces claim a ballistic missile hit King Khalid International Airport, though Saudi officials have not yet confirmed the damage.
5 November 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Second Indian Dies in Riyadh Airport Houthi Missile Attack
A 36-year-old Indian national has died in Riyadh following a Houthi missile attack on King Khalid International Airport.
4 November 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Second Indian Expat Dies in Riyadh Airport Missile Attack
36-year-old Sheikh Saeed has died after three weeks in intensive care following the Riyadh airport missile attack on October 10.
4 November 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Second Indian Dies in Riyadh Airport Attack; Total Toll Hits 14
A second Indian national has died following the Riyadh airport attack, bringing the total death toll from the October 10 strike to 14.
4 November 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Saudi Arabia Lifts Profession Rules for GCC Resident Visas
Saudi Arabia removes profession-based visa restrictions for GCC residents, making it easier for expats in the UAE and beyond to visit for tourism and Umrah.
4 November 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Saudi Visit Visa for GCC Residents: No Profession Rules
Saudi Arabia has scrapped profession-based restrictions for GCC residents applying for visit visas, easing travel for tourism and Umrah.
4 November 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Cuts Umrah Visa Entry Window to Just 30 Days
Saudi Arabia has shortened the Umrah visa entry window to 30 days. Learn how this affects your travel plans and how to avoid visa cancellation.
4 November 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Ease Expat Rules
Bahrain rejects new driving licence fees for expats while Saudi Arabia opens visit visas to all GCC residents regardless of profession.
4 November 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Eases Visa Rules for GCC Residents as Aramco Profits Surge
Saudi Arabia opens visit visas to all GCC residents regardless of profession as Aramco reports a massive 34.5% surge in quarterly profits.
4 November 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Caps New Startup Expat Visas at Five
New Saudi Arabia regulations cap expatriate work visas for startups under two years old to five, aiming to boost Saudization under Vision 2030.
3 November 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
2026 Salary Benchmarks for UAE, KSA and Qatar Expats
New industry data for 2026 reveals salary benchmarks for skilled workers in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, including key trade rates.
3 November 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
8 Indians Face Death Penalty in Saudi Over Drug Charges
Eight Indian nationals face potential death sentences in Saudi Arabia after being caught with narcotics hidden in packages meant for charity.
2 November 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Caps Expat Hires for New Startups
Saudi Arabia has capped expat hires for startups under two years old to five visas to boost national employment under Vision 2030.
2 November 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Gemini AI Dominates Search Trends in UAE and Saudi Arabia
Google's Year in Search shows Gemini AI is a top trend in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, signaling a massive digital shift in the GCC.
2 November 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
8 Indians Face Death Penalty in Saudi Drug Smuggling Scam
Eight Indian nationals face capital punishment in Saudi Arabia after being allegedly tricked into smuggling drugs by intermediaries.
1 November 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
8 Indians Face Death Penalty in Saudi After Drug Smuggling Trap
Eight Indian nationals, including a man from Kerala, face the death penalty in Saudi Arabia after being tricked into smuggling drugs.
31 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
22 Indians Killed in Rising West Asia Conflict
The MEA reports 22 Indian deaths, including 14 seafarers, due to escalating conflict in West Asia. Details on victims and safety measures.
31 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
UAE President Honors Heroic Captain Smit Machchhar and Crew
President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed awards flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar and crew for saving 174 lives during a mid-air attack.
31 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Travel & Airlines
Flight Chaos: Expats Fear as Saudi Disruptions Rise
Expatriates in Saudi Arabia and the UAE report flight cancellations and rising fares amid regional security concerns.
31 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
Saudi Arabia Sets New Engineer Salary Structure
Saudi Arabia introduces a standardized salary structure for foreign engineers to ensure pay transparency and support Vision 2030 goals.
31 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
MEA Confirms 22 Indians Killed in West Asia Conflict
India's MEA confirms 22 Indian nationals, including 14 seafarers, have died in the ongoing West Asia conflict since February.
30 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
MEA Confirms 22 Indian Nationals Killed in West Asia Conflict
India's MEA confirms 22 nationals, including 14 seafarers, have died due to the escalating West Asia conflict.
30 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh