- News
Saudi Closes Mosques; Curfew in Jordan; Iran Tallies 135 Deaths
As the trend of new cases and deaths due to SARS-COV-2 (COVID-19) in many parts of the world continue in an upward trajectory, several...Iran Releases 70,000 Prisoners due to Coronavirus
Amid the rising cases of COVID-19 around the world, countries in the Middle East have imposed travel restrictions and other precautionary measures. At present,...Saudi Arabia Bars GCC Citizens from Entering Mecca, Medinah
On Friday (February 28), Saudi Arabia has announced that it will deny entry of GCC citizens to two of Islam's holiest cities amid fears over the new...Oman Releases List of Visas Not to be Renewed for Expats
In 2018, the Omani government announced a temporary ban on visas issued for the recruitment of expatriate manpower in several professions. Two years later and the 'temporary'...PH Embassy in Bahrain Ready to Repatriate OFWs Amid Tensions in Region
Despite the lull on the issue between the US and Iran following the former’s bombing of the latter’s US bases in Iraq, the Philippine...
- Tips
Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...Anti-Smoking Laws in the Middle East
If you are residing in the Middle East, or thinking about going there for work or travel, keep in mind that the region generally...Sponsoring Your Family in the UAE: A Guide
Did you know that you can sponsor your family in the UAE? If you are a male expat worker earning at least AED 4,000...How to Inquire if You Have a Travel Ban in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is known as one of the best countries for expats worldwide, and its not surprising that thousands of people go...5 Kinds of Posts Prohibited by Twitter Middle East
In this day and age, social media has become a powerful platform for sharing information, doing business, and communication in general. That being said, certain...
- Bahrain
Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...PH Embassy in Bahrain Ready to Repatriate OFWs Amid Tensions in Region
Despite the lull on the issue between the US and Iran following the former’s bombing of the latter’s US bases in Iraq, the Philippine...Bahrain to Ban Use of Plastic Table Rolls
As calls for environmental reforms are becoming more pronounced more than ever, the Kingdom of Bahrain has approved a resolution that will ban table...Gulf Air Appoints First Bahraini Woman to Lead African Arm
The Middle East is seeing an important transition from its traditionally male-centric society, which is heavily seen in countries such as Saudi Arabia and...Bahrain to Implement New Wages Scheme Starting September
Elsewhere in the world, labour and worker benefit systems are constantly being improved in order to meet international standards, because when they do, this...
- Kuwait
Assembly Proposal to Limit Gov’t Hospital Services to Kuwaitis Only
In a controversial announcement, the Kuwaiti government has proposed to limit the medical services offered by government hospitals to Kuwaiti nationals only. However, the...Now, Residents Can Update Latin Names on Civil ID Cards Online – PACI
This year, the Ministry of Interior in Kuwait announced that it will no longer issue residency stickers on expat’s travel documents. Instead, this will...Malls to Visit in Kuwait
Who said that there aren’t any exciting places to visit or hang out in Kuwait? If one of your friends or family members did,...Terminating a Marriage Contract in Kuwait
For many imaginable reasons, married couples don’t always end up “happily ever after." Sometimes they do, but it takes a lot of work... more...[Guide] Applying for a Temporary Residence Visa Extension in Kuwait
While it can be surmised that Kuwait’s government is generally iffy when it comes to accepting foreign entry in the country, there are designated...
- UAE
Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...Sponsoring Your Family in the UAE: A Guide
Did you know that you can sponsor your family in the UAE? If you are a male expat worker earning at least AED 4,000...UAE Approves 5-Year Tourist Visa, All Nationalities can Apply
The UAE announces a tourist visa where all nationalities can apply and is valid for 5 years with multiple-entry status. This is an excellent...How to Inquire if You Have a Travel Ban in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is known as one of the best countries for expats worldwide, and its not surprising that thousands of people go...- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
- Qatar
Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...5 Things to Know for Those Who Want to Teach in Qatar
Dreaming of working overseas? For professionals in the teaching profession, working in a new environment flavoured with cultural variety can spell big challenges, but...Here’s What You Need to Know about Qatar’s Social Security System
In terms of living conditions, one of the most important things to consider when working or migrating to a different country is their social...Qatar Airways Named World’s Best Airline for 2019
Being the best in a certain field within the region is admirable, but being called the best in the world defines excellence, and sets...Qatar’s Tourism Council to Boost Activities During Eid, Summer
As a number of GCC member states have already announced the dates for the Eid holidays, movement is expected among nationals and residents within...
- Oman
Plan Your Holidays: Oman Likely to Observe 2 Long Weekends Next Month
As the year nears its end, citizens and residents of Oman can expect to get extra time off to relax and unwind, as there...First E-Mall Soon to Open in Oman
Online shopping, though very popular in most parts of the world, is still not as big in places such as Oman. However, all that...Finance Ministry Introduces New Rules for Duty-Free Shops in Oman
Oman’s Ministry of Finance has issued a new list of regulations, conditions, and procedures applicable for purchases and sales as well as establishing new...Royal Oman Police to Launch Online Work Visa Facility this September
The Royal Oman Police (ROP) announced that it is planning to launch its online work visa facility in September this year. Recently, the ROP has...Oman Extends Visa Ban on 4 Expat Professions
Following the recent visa ban on expat workers in the Sultanate, Oman’s Ministry of Manpower has one again announced a temporary ban on hiring...
- Saudi Arabia
Saudi Closes Mosques; Curfew in Jordan; Iran Tallies 135 Deaths
As the trend of new cases and deaths due to SARS-COV-2 (COVID-19) in many parts of the world continue in an upward trajectory, several...Saudi Arabia Bars GCC Citizens from Entering Mecca, Medinah
On Friday (February 28), Saudi Arabia has announced that it will deny entry of GCC citizens to two of Islam's holiest cities amid fears over the new...Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...Travelers from These Countries Will Soon be Allowed Visa-Free Entry in KSA
The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia has announced that its national air carriers will now allow entry into the Kingdom...KSA Launches New Visa Policy for Tourists, No Abaya Rule
Saudi Arabia has introduced a new visa program on Friday (September 27), which will benefit at least 49 countries and attract foreign companies to...
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- News
Saudi Closes Mosques; Curfew in Jordan; Iran Tallies 135 Deaths
As the trend of new cases and deaths due to SARS-COV-2 (COVID-19) in many parts of the world continue in an upward trajectory, several...Iran Releases 70,000 Prisoners due to Coronavirus
Amid the rising cases of COVID-19 around the world, countries in the Middle East have imposed travel restrictions and other precautionary measures. At present,...Saudi Arabia Bars GCC Citizens from Entering Mecca, Medinah
On Friday (February 28), Saudi Arabia has announced that it will deny entry of GCC citizens to two of Islam's holiest cities amid fears over the new...Oman Releases List of Visas Not to be Renewed for Expats
In 2018, the Omani government announced a temporary ban on visas issued for the recruitment of expatriate manpower in several professions. Two years later and the 'temporary'...PH Embassy in Bahrain Ready to Repatriate OFWs Amid Tensions in Region
Despite the lull on the issue between the US and Iran following the former’s bombing of the latter’s US bases in Iraq, the Philippine...
- Tips
Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...Anti-Smoking Laws in the Middle East
If you are residing in the Middle East, or thinking about going there for work or travel, keep in mind that the region generally...Sponsoring Your Family in the UAE: A Guide
Did you know that you can sponsor your family in the UAE? If you are a male expat worker earning at least AED 4,000...How to Inquire if You Have a Travel Ban in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is known as one of the best countries for expats worldwide, and its not surprising that thousands of people go...5 Kinds of Posts Prohibited by Twitter Middle East
In this day and age, social media has become a powerful platform for sharing information, doing business, and communication in general. That being said, certain...
- Bahrain
Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...PH Embassy in Bahrain Ready to Repatriate OFWs Amid Tensions in Region
Despite the lull on the issue between the US and Iran following the former’s bombing of the latter’s US bases in Iraq, the Philippine...Bahrain to Ban Use of Plastic Table Rolls
As calls for environmental reforms are becoming more pronounced more than ever, the Kingdom of Bahrain has approved a resolution that will ban table...Gulf Air Appoints First Bahraini Woman to Lead African Arm
The Middle East is seeing an important transition from its traditionally male-centric society, which is heavily seen in countries such as Saudi Arabia and...Bahrain to Implement New Wages Scheme Starting September
Elsewhere in the world, labour and worker benefit systems are constantly being improved in order to meet international standards, because when they do, this...
- Kuwait
Assembly Proposal to Limit Gov’t Hospital Services to Kuwaitis Only
In a controversial announcement, the Kuwaiti government has proposed to limit the medical services offered by government hospitals to Kuwaiti nationals only. However, the...Now, Residents Can Update Latin Names on Civil ID Cards Online – PACI
This year, the Ministry of Interior in Kuwait announced that it will no longer issue residency stickers on expat’s travel documents. Instead, this will...Malls to Visit in Kuwait
Who said that there aren’t any exciting places to visit or hang out in Kuwait? If one of your friends or family members did,...Terminating a Marriage Contract in Kuwait
For many imaginable reasons, married couples don’t always end up “happily ever after." Sometimes they do, but it takes a lot of work... more...[Guide] Applying for a Temporary Residence Visa Extension in Kuwait
While it can be surmised that Kuwait’s government is generally iffy when it comes to accepting foreign entry in the country, there are designated...
- UAE
Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...Sponsoring Your Family in the UAE: A Guide
Did you know that you can sponsor your family in the UAE? If you are a male expat worker earning at least AED 4,000...UAE Approves 5-Year Tourist Visa, All Nationalities can Apply
The UAE announces a tourist visa where all nationalities can apply and is valid for 5 years with multiple-entry status. This is an excellent...How to Inquire if You Have a Travel Ban in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is known as one of the best countries for expats worldwide, and its not surprising that thousands of people go...- Dubai
- Abu Dhabi
- Qatar
Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...5 Things to Know for Those Who Want to Teach in Qatar
Dreaming of working overseas? For professionals in the teaching profession, working in a new environment flavoured with cultural variety can spell big challenges, but...Here’s What You Need to Know about Qatar’s Social Security System
In terms of living conditions, one of the most important things to consider when working or migrating to a different country is their social...Qatar Airways Named World’s Best Airline for 2019
Being the best in a certain field within the region is admirable, but being called the best in the world defines excellence, and sets...Qatar’s Tourism Council to Boost Activities During Eid, Summer
As a number of GCC member states have already announced the dates for the Eid holidays, movement is expected among nationals and residents within...
- Oman
Plan Your Holidays: Oman Likely to Observe 2 Long Weekends Next Month
As the year nears its end, citizens and residents of Oman can expect to get extra time off to relax and unwind, as there...First E-Mall Soon to Open in Oman
Online shopping, though very popular in most parts of the world, is still not as big in places such as Oman. However, all that...Finance Ministry Introduces New Rules for Duty-Free Shops in Oman
Oman’s Ministry of Finance has issued a new list of regulations, conditions, and procedures applicable for purchases and sales as well as establishing new...Royal Oman Police to Launch Online Work Visa Facility this September
The Royal Oman Police (ROP) announced that it is planning to launch its online work visa facility in September this year. Recently, the ROP has...Oman Extends Visa Ban on 4 Expat Professions
Following the recent visa ban on expat workers in the Sultanate, Oman’s Ministry of Manpower has one again announced a temporary ban on hiring...
- Saudi Arabia
Saudi Closes Mosques; Curfew in Jordan; Iran Tallies 135 Deaths
As the trend of new cases and deaths due to SARS-COV-2 (COVID-19) in many parts of the world continue in an upward trajectory, several...Saudi Arabia Bars GCC Citizens from Entering Mecca, Medinah
On Friday (February 28), Saudi Arabia has announced that it will deny entry of GCC citizens to two of Islam's holiest cities amid fears over the new...Anti-Trafficking Laws in the Middle East
There are millions of foreign workers living and working in the Middle East, including overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other expats. When it comes...Travelers from These Countries Will Soon be Allowed Visa-Free Entry in KSA
The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia has announced that its national air carriers will now allow entry into the Kingdom...KSA Launches New Visa Policy for Tourists, No Abaya Rule
Saudi Arabia has introduced a new visa program on Friday (September 27), which will benefit at least 49 countries and attract foreign companies to...
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