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Pope Francis’ visit to Abu Dhabi draws people from near and far
A week before Pope Francis’ visit to Abu Dhabi, there’s a great anticipation among Catholics here as preparations get underway. The pontiff’s visit to the UAE capital, a landmark for inter-faith relations between Muslims and Christians, is set to draw thousands from both near and far. Tickets are given for free. But due to slots
Visa details must be transferred to new passport to access E-Gates
Expatriates who have renewed their passports must have their visa page transferred to the new document in order to access the e-gates at Muscat International Airport, according to Royal Oman Police. “One has to go to the Directorate General of Passport & Residence located in each governorate to get this done,” a senior ROP official
Abu Dhabi phases in dual licences to free zone firms
Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development is rolling out dual licences allowing companies in free zones to establish an onshore branch as the emirate seeks to attract foreign investment and stimulate the economy. The first phase of the initiative is open to companies headquartered in Abu Dhabi and based in one of its freezones, the
September 25, 2018
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September 16, 2018
Read more about Now Hiring a Relocation ConsultantIt’s the perfect time to relocate your family and business to Dubai – here’s why
It’s the perfect time to relocate your family and business to Dubai – here’s why It’s never been easier, less stressful or more beneficial to move your business and family to Dubai. From extensive help relocating, to mouth-watering tax benefits and falling rents, the time really has never been better to pack up your bags
Oman introduces new rules to protect expat workers
Employers who file more than five complaints about absconders each month will be investigated by authorities. Oman’s Ministry of Manpower has introduced a number of new regulations designed to help protect the rights of expat workers in the sultanate, according to local media. According to the Times of Oman, the regulations include the protection of
New guidelines issued for reporting expats’ absence from work
Oman’s Ministry of Manpower (MoM) has issued a ministerial decision that was published in the official gazette on Sunday, Oman Observer reported. The decision stipulates that a private sector company has to report the termination of the contract of an expatriate employee, only if: – There is a dispute (criminal or debt-related cases) between the
‘Visit visas valid for one month only’ – No extension
Director General of General Department for Residency Affairs Major General Abdullah Al-Hajri issued a circular to all residency affairs departments in all governorates to declare that all types of visit visa — dependent, commercial and tourist — will be valid for one month only and cannot be extended with effect from Aug 5. Meanwhile, Assistant
Where Dubai and Abu Dhabi rents have risen and fallen, Q2 2018
Tenants in Dubai continued to experience lower rental rates in the second quarter – by as much as 15 per cent year on year in some areas. Rents have been falling for the past three years on the back of lower oil prices and growing supply, and, although oil prices have recovered in the past
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