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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How to Open a Business Bank Account in the UAE in 2026: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

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Opening a business bank account in the UAE is one of the most important, and sometimes frustrating, steps when setting up a company in...

GCC Financial Markets Overview 2026: Regional Exchanges, MSCI Inclusion and Investment Guide

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The GCC's financial markets have undergone a fundamental transformation over the past decade, growing from relatively small, domestic-focused exchanges into emerging market indices tracked...

Higher Education in Saudi Arabia 2026: Universities, Scholarships and Vision 2030

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Saudi Arabia's higher education sector has undergone a dramatic transformation as part of Vision 2030, moving from a largely domestically-focused system to an internationally...

Best Universities in the UAE 2026: Rankings, Fees and International Campuses

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The UAE has transformed itself from a country with virtually no higher education infrastructure fifty years ago into a major international academic hub with...

GCC Real Estate 2026: Which Country Offers the Best Returns?

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The GCC property market spans six distinct jurisdictions with very different legal frameworks, yield profiles, and regulatory environments. In 2026, investors are weighing opportunities...
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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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