Gulf Briefing

Kuwait visa residency guide 2026: Article 18 work visa, iqama renewal, Article 22 family sponsorship rules and all the latest costs in KWD and USD for expats.

Living in Doha 2026: a complete expat guide to rent by district, schools, the tax-free advantage, getting around on the metro and lifestyle in QAR and USD.

Bahrain FDI hits a record $1.8 billion across 99 projects, set to create 7,400+ jobs, as fintech and financial services lead the kingdom's growth toward 2026.

Dubai Metro Nol card guide 2026: Red, Green and Blue Line plans, Nol card types and zone fares, buses, trams and RTA apps to get around Dubai with ease.

The cost of living Bahrain offers in 2026: rent in Juffair and Amwaj, utilities, groceries, school fees and tax-free budgets in BHD and USD for expats.

The Oman Vision 2040 investment drive launches $2.4 billion in tourism, manufacturing and digital projects, creating 1,850+ jobs as the 2026-2030 plan begins.

The Saudi Premium Residency is the Kingdom's green card. Explore 2026 tiers, talent, investor and property categories, costs in SAR, benefits and how to apply.

The Oman golden visa offers 5 and 10-year residency through property investment. See 2026 thresholds in OMR, ITC property rules, costs and family benefits.

The Kuwait mortgage law 2026 lets banks provide housing finance for the first time, easing the housing crunch and opening a major new growth market for lenders.

The Bahrain Golden Residency offers a renewable 10-year visa from around USD 345,000. See 2026 eligibility, salary and property routes, benefits and costs.

A clear 2026 guide to the cost of living Kuwait offers expats, covering rent, utilities, groceries, schooling and tax-free salaries in both KWD and USD terms.

The Qatar North Field LNG expansion is set to lift capacity to 142 Mtpa and drive record GDP growth in 2026, while tourism and finance broaden the economy.