Ahmed Al Farsi

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Ahmed Al Farsi writes the Gulf Briefing, our coverage of all six GCC states — the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain. He follows policy, regulation and the decisions taken in the region that readers feel later, and reports each country on its own terms rather than through a single capital.

Exclusive articles:

Sending Money From Oman 2026: Best Rates and Lowest Fees

Sending money from Oman in 2026: compare exchange houses, banks and apps for remittances to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the Philippines on rates and speed.

Jobs & Salaries in Oman 2026: In-Demand Sectors and Pay Ranges

Jobs and salaries in Oman 2026: the hiring sectors, salary ranges for engineers, nurses and IT roles, how Omanisation affects expats, and job-hunting tips.

Renting a Home in Oman 2026: Contracts, Deposits & Rent Ranges

Renting a home in Oman 2026: tenancy contracts, Muscat municipality registration, deposits, agent fees and typical rent ranges by area.

Oman Electricity & Water Bills 2026: Tariffs & How to Pay

Oman electricity and water bills 2026: Nama residential tariff bands, summer reductions, the cost-reflective tariff for high earners and how to pay online.

Renting an Apartment in Kuwait City 2026: Areas, Deposits & Fees

Renting an apartment in Kuwait City 2026: the best expat areas, monthly rent ranges in KD, deposit and agent fees, contracts and what utilities are included.

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Bahrain Vehicle Registration Renewal: Fees by Weight, Explained

Bahrain vehicle registration renewal costs BHD 10-80 depending on weight. Exact fees, late penalties and requirements from the General Directorate of Traffic.

Abu Dhabi Vehicle Registration: Renewal and Transfer Fees Explained

Abu Dhabi vehicle registration renewal costs AED 350-400, transfer costs AED 100-200. Exact fees, documents and steps from TAMM and Abu Dhabi Police.

Atiba Nasar Left a Corporate Career to Build Glimmernglow

Atiba Nasar resigned from a corporate career to found Glimmernglow, a UAE bridal and beauty makeup business built on trust and personalised care.

Edmond Margaryan Walked Nearly 3,000 Kilometres From Armenia to Dubai

Edmond Margaryan walked nearly 3,000 km from Armenia to Dubai, calling it RAKOSAT, and now works in Abu Dhabi real estate while building the movement.
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