Gulf Briefing

UAE document attestation 2026: MOFAIC fees, degree and certificate steps, home-country and embassy stages, timelines and when you need attestation.

UAE end-of-service savings scheme 2026: how DEWS and the federal voluntary scheme replace gratuity, contribution rates, returns and how expats opt in.

UAE maternity leave 2026: 60 days for private-sector mothers, 5-day parental leave, pay rates and how DIFC and ADGM free-zone rules differ.

How expats get married in the UAE in 2026: Abu Dhabi civil marriage vs court and embassy options, documents, fees, timelines and certificate attestation.

Renewing your UAE car registration (Mulkiya) in 2026: RTA fees, vehicle testing rules, insurance and Salik clearance, plus grace period and late penalties.

Buying a used car in Dubai in 2026: RTA ownership transfer fees, insurance, vehicle history checks, financing and the key checks to run before you pay.

How to register Ejari in Dubai in 2026, the RERA rent increase caps landlords must follow, deposit rules and how to file a case at the Rental Dispute Centre.

Sponsoring a maid in the UAE in 2026 via a Tadbeer centre: sponsor income rules, package costs, medical, insurance and the total yearly bill explained.

UAE family visa 2026: the AED 4,000 sponsor salary rule, documents, Ejari, medical and the step-by-step process to sponsor spouse, children and parents.

Cost of living in Ras Al Khaimah 2026: rent by area, FEWA utilities, groceries and a monthly budget, plus why RAK appeals to remote workers seeking value.

Cost of living in Sharjah 2026: one-bedroom rent from AED 2,700, SEWA bills, the 5% housing fee, commute to Dubai, groceries and a realistic monthly budget.

UAE home internet 2026: compare e& eLife and du home fibre plans, speeds from 100Mbps to multi-gig, monthly costs, installation, TV bundles and 5G options.