Gulf Briefing

Absher and Muqeem 2026: how residents in Saudi Arabia register, renew iqama, and handle exit/re-entry visas and government services online.

Bahrain CPR 2026 guide for expats: what the ID card is, how to apply, documents, fees, renewal, replacement, and the eKey digital identity.

Your practical Dubai summer 2026 survival guide: beat July–August heat with indoor attractions, hydration tips, AC hacks and DSS deals.

The cost of living in Muscat 2026: real OMR budgets for rent, utilities, groceries, transport, schooling and family life in Oman's calm coastal capital.

Kuwait Civil ID 2026: how expats apply, renew, replace and track their PACI card, plus the Mobile ID and Sahel app explained step by step.

Qatar Airways is adding 26 destinations for summer 2026, lifting its network past 160 cities after a record QAR 7.08bn annual profit.

DXB summer 2026 travel peak: Dubai Airport expects nearly 3 million passengers in the first half of July. Peak day, arrive-early advice and traveller tips.

The real cost of living in Jeddah 2026: approximate SAR budgets for rent, utilities, groceries, transport, schooling and healthcare for expats.

Emirates ID 2026 guide for UAE expats: how to apply, documents, biometrics, fees, renewal and replacing a lost or damaged card the easy way.

UAE petrol prices July 2026: Super 98, Special 95, E-Plus 91 and diesel all fall sharply from July 1. See the new per-litre rates and what they mean.

New Indian passport fees UAE take effect July 1, 2026, with hikes of up to 70%. See the full old vs new fee list and how to apply.

Etihad Rail passenger service is live: Abu Dhabi to Fujairah in 1hr 45min, fares from Dh55, with a Dubai station due September 2026.