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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Top UAE Free Zones for Startups in 2025: Hub71, DSO, IFZA and Beyond

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The UAE has positioned itself as one of the world's premier destinations for technology startups, offering a combination of favourable tax treatment, 100% foreign...

Oman Travel Guide: From Muscat’s Heritage to Salalah’s Khareef Season

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Oman is the Gulf's most authentically traditional destination, a country that has managed to develop its tourism sector without sacrificing the cultural heritage, natural...

Saudi Arabia Fintech 2026: SAMA Regulations, Digital Payments and Key Market Players

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Saudi Arabia's financial technology sector has undergone a dramatic transformation in just five years. From a cash-dominant society with limited digital payment infrastructure, the...

DIFC vs ADGM: Which UAE Financial Free Zone Is Right for Your Business?

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The UAE offers over 40 free zones, but for financial services, professional firms, and technology companies seeking the most credible regulatory environment in the...

Motorsport in the Gulf: From Jeddah to Bahrain, F1’s Arabian Chapter

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The Arabian Gulf has become one of Formula 1's most important markets, with three Grand Prix races, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia (Jeddah), and Abu Dhabi,...
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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.

Dubai nol Card Refund: Cash vs Transfer Cost

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A cash nol card refund costs 2.5% or AED 5, whichever is higher. Transferring to another nol card is free. Full RTA refund process and timeline.
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