Gulf Briefing

How expats get a Bahrain driving licence in 2026: convert a foreign licence or sit the test, eligible countries, GDT steps, eye test, road test and fees.

Bahrain international school fees 2026: British, American and Indian curriculum cost ranges, registration and application fees, and waiting lists.

Renting in Bahrain 2026: tenancy contracts, deposits, agent fees, EWA setup and typical rent ranges in Juffair, Amwaj and Saar for expats.

Bahrain EWA tariffs 2026: expat electricity and water rates, why non-Bahrainis pay more, summer AC costs and how to pay your bill online.

Bahrain family visa 2026 guide: sponsor salary rule, LMRA and NPRA process, documents, medical, fees per dependant and how to renew.

Opening a bank account in Bahrain 2026: CPR, salary certificate and minimum balance rules for expats, plus NBB, BBK and Bank ABC compared.

Buying and registering a car in Oman 2026: new vs used, ROP registration and ownership transfer fees, insurance, inspection and financing steps for expats.

Sending money from Oman in 2026: compare exchange houses, banks and apps for remittances to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the Philippines on rates and speed.

Jobs and salaries in Oman 2026: the hiring sectors, salary ranges for engineers, nurses and IT roles, how Omanisation affects expats, and job-hunting tips.

Oman traffic fines 2026: common ROP penalty amounts, how to check and pay violations online via the ROP app or portal, and clearing fines before renewal.

International school fees in Oman 2026: British, American and Indian curriculum tuition in Muscat, plus registration, transport and uniform costs explained.

Renting a home in Oman 2026: tenancy contracts, Muscat municipality registration, deposits, agent fees and typical rent ranges by area.