Oman clarifies existing rules on foreign property ownershipOman's Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning has clarified that recent residency law changes do not grant foreigners expanded property own...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
Oman eases residency rules for foreign investors, expands family sponsorship eligibilityOman is boosting its appeal to foreign investors and property buyers with significant reforms to its residency laws. New "Owner Visas" simp...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
UAE simplifies work permit system, expands categories to 13The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has introduced new work permit reforms. These changes aim to accelerate hiring and ...
08 Jun, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
Dubai hospitality gets a nine-day breather during Eid al-Adha holidaysIn anticipation of the Eid al-Adha holidays, hotels across Dubai and Abu Dhabi are seeing a notable spike in reservations, a promising sign...
23 May, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
Saudi Arabia allows six categories to enter Mecca as Hajj restrictions beginSaudi Arabia is tightening entry to Mecca for Hajj. Six groups can now get permits through the Absher Individuals platform. These include P...
23 Apr, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
Saudi Arabia bars visit visa holders from Hajj, entry restricted without permitSaudi Arabia has prohibited all visit visa holders from performing Hajj this year, restricting entry to Mecca and holy sites solely to thos...
19 Apr, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
Saudi Arabia restricts Makkah entry from April 13; permit mandatory for residents and foreign nationalsSaudi Arabia has implemented new Hajj season regulations. Foreign nationals and residents without official permits are barred from entering...
13 Apr, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
What Kuwait’s new immigration reforms mean for residents, visitors and employersKuwait has significantly updated its immigration system. Residency permits are now valid for up to 15 years. Visitors can stay for three mo...
16 Jan, 2026, 10.57 AM IST
How immigrants in Gulf countries can get Saudi Arabia's one-year multiple entry e-visaSaudi Arabia now offers a one-year multiple-entry e-visa for residents of Gulf Cooperation Council countries. This new visa simplifies trav...
01 Dec, 2025, 06.47 PM IST
What are the different types of UAE’s unsponsored visit visaThe UAE now offers new visa options without local sponsors. These allow easier entry for tourism, job hunting, and business exploration. Fr...
20 Nov, 2025, 07.33 PM IST
Middle East's Schengen style GCC Visa vs e-visa: How much will travellers pay compared to current visa costs?Travel across the Gulf is set to become easier and cheaper. A new Unified GCC Visa will soon allow residents to visit six countries with a ...
28 Oct, 2025, 02.01 PM IST
Kuwait removes minimum salary requirement for family visit visasKuwait has eliminated the minimum salary requirement for expatriates seeking family visit visas, broadening eligibility to include relative...
13 Aug, 2025, 12.26 PM IST
Visa-on-arrival now available in Kuwait for GCC foreign residentsKuwait has initiated a new policy allowing foreign residents of GCC countries to obtain tourist visas on arrival. This decision, effective ...
11 Aug, 2025, 10.49 AM IST
Saudi Arabia sets one-year limit for foreign drivers using international licencesSaudi Arabia implements new driving rules. These rules apply to foreign visitors. Visitors can drive for one year using foreign licenses. L...
14 Jul, 2025, 12.16 PM IST
Now perform Umrah any day of the year; if you’re from the GCCSaudi Arabia now allows citizens and residents of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to perform Umrah year-round, entering through va...
28 Jun, 2025, 11.22 PM IST
Chennai: New rule triggers spurt in small apartmentsMany residents across the city are making use of a change in floor space index rule to demolish their stand-alone houses and construct apar...
06 Jan, 2020, 01.54 PM IST
- Foreign investment norms for stock, debt market relaxed further
Government today permitted residents of the Gulf nations and all EU nations to invest directly in stock markets.
29 May, 2012, 06.53 PM IST