Layla Hassan

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Layla Hassan writes Gulf Times Now’s guides — the practical, checkable answers to moving to the Gulf, living here, working here and starting a business. Her brief is service journalism: what the rule actually is, what it costs, what it takes and what changed, written so a reader can act on it the same day.

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Kuwait PACI Services & Digital ID 2026: Full Guide

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How to use Kuwait's PACI services in 2026: update your address, activate the Kuwait Mobile ID, use the Sahel app and your digital Civil ID, step by step.

Saudi Arabia Tourist eVisa 2026: Fees, Rules & How to Apply

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Saudi tourist eVisa 2026 guide: eligible nationalities, visa on arrival, GCC residents, fees, validity and what the visa allows, including Umrah via Nusuk.

UAE Residence Visa Renewal 2026: Step-by-Step Guide

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Renew your UAE residence visa in 2026: work and family visa steps, Emirates ID, medical test, documents, fees and grace period via ICP/GDRFA online.

Bahrain Health Insurance for Expats 2026: SEHATI Guide

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How Bahrain's SEHATI scheme works for expats in 2026: mandatory insurance status, public fees, private plans, employer duties and how to access care.

Oman Labour Law & End-of-Service Gratuity 2026 Guide

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Oman Labour Law 2026: end-of-service gratuity under Royal Decree 53/2023, notice periods, annual leave, working hours and expat worker rights explained.
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Dubai Property Ownership Certificate: AED 50 Fee

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Dubai's property ownership certificate costs AED 50 per letter, cheaper online than in person, free for people of determination. Full DLD fee guide.

Abu Dhabi Accident Report: The AED 500 Fee

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Printing an Abu Dhabi traffic accident report costs AED 500, a confirming certificate AED 100. When you need which document, and how to avoid paying for both.

Abu Dhabi People of Determination Card: Free

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Abu Dhabi's People of Determination Card is free, issued in 1 working day. The linked parking permit needs kinship proof and takes 3 days. Full guide.

Abu Dhabi Vehicle Impounding: Fees for Each Step

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Abu Dhabi's Smart Vehicle Impounding costs AED 15/day, the release certificate AED 100, and leaving it uncollected adds AED 50-100 more. Full guide.
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