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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Oman Driving Licence for Expats 2026: Convert & Renew

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How expats convert a foreign driving licence in Oman with the ROP in 2026: which nationalities skip the test, documents, eye test, fees and renewal.

Kuwait Health Insurance for Expats 2026 Guide

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Kuwait expat health insurance 2026: the Afya/Dhaman fee, what it covers vs private plans, hospitals, retiree cover, and how to pay via Sahel.

Qatar Labour Law & End-of-Service Benefits 2026

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Qatar Labour Law 2026 explained: end-of-service gratuity (3 weeks/year), eligibility, notice periods, annual leave, working hours, probation and WPS pay.

Saudi Driving Licence for Expats 2026: Convert Guide

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How expats convert a foreign driving licence in Saudi Arabia in 2026: which nationalities skip the test, documents, medical test, Absher steps and fees.

Living in Lusail and Al Wakrah 2026: Costs and Lifestyle Beyond Central Doha

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Living in Lusail 2026 vs Al Wakrah: approximate rents, bills, transport and lifestyle costs in QAR for expats looking beyond central Doha.
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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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