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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Saudi Nitaqat & Saudization 2026 Explained

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How Saudi Arabia's Nitaqat colour bands and Saudization quotas work in 2026, the latest sector decisions, Qiwa rules, and what they mean for expat jobs.

Setting Up DEWA & Utilities in Dubai 2026 (+ Abu Dhabi)

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Connect DEWA electricity and water in Dubai 2026: activation steps, documents, deposits, fees, the housing fee, paying bills and Abu Dhabi ADDC.

Kuwait Labour Law & End-of-Service Indemnity 2026

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How Kuwait private-sector end-of-service indemnity is calculated in 2026, plus resignation vs termination rules, notice periods, leave, hours and rights.

UAE Corporate Tax 2026: 9% Rate & Rules Explained

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UAE corporate tax 2026: the 0%/9% brackets, AED 375,000 threshold, free zone income, Small Business Relief, EmaraTax registration, filing and penalties.

Bahrain LMRA Work Permit 2026: Fees & Guide

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How Bahrain's LMRA work permit works in 2026: employer steps to issue and renew, fees and monthly levy, the flexi-permit status, medical and expat rights.
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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.

Abu Dhabi Traffic Points: 24-Point Licence Rule

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At 24 traffic points, Abu Dhabi drivers must surrender their licence, free but mandatory. How points attach to a licence and the AED 100 clearance cert.
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