GCC Residents Can Now Easily Obtain Kuwait Tourist Visas On Arrival At Border
GCC Residents Can Now Easily Obtain Kuwait Tourist Visas on Arrival at Border
Kuwait has introduced a new policy allowing foreign nationals residing in GCC countries to obtain tourist visas on arri...
August 13, 20250457Category: Expats
Saudi Arabia Enforces New Shared Housing Rules To Cap Capacity & Improve Safety
The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has unveiled comprehensive group housing regulations—limiting occupancy, mandating safety and technical standards, and reconfiguring infrastructure for...
August 12, 20250762Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia Braces For Severe Thunderstorms And Flood Risks 2025
The National Centre for Meteorology (NCM) has forecast continued moderate to heavy thunderstorms accompanied by hail and strong winds across Jazan, Asir, Al Baha, and Mecca regions, raising concerns o...
August 12, 20250390Category: Weather
How To Check Your Exit Re-Entry Visa Status Online In Saudi Arabia (2025 Guide)
Planning to travel abroad as an expat in Saudi Arabia? Before you go, make sure to check your exit re-entry visa status quickly and easily using Absher or Muqeem this guide shows you how.
Why Check...
August 12, 20250461Category: Expats
EcoClean Expands Bathroom And Home Cleaning Services Across Dubai In 2025
A cleaner vision for Dubai in 2025
EcoClean is bringing fresh upgrades to homes across Dubai in 2025. The trusted cleaning company is expanding both bathroom and home services. These changes are de...
August 11, 20250701Category: BUSINESS
Mobile Data-Free Nusuk App Revolutionizes Pilgrimage Experience In Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah now allows pilgrims to use the Nusuk app completely offline, eliminating the need for mobile data to access essential Hajj and Umrah services.
What t...
August 11, 20250439Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia Unveils New Theme And Logo For 95th National Day Celebrations
Saudi Arabia has announced the official identity for its 95th National Day, celebrated on September 23, under the theme “Our Pride is in Our Nature” (ʿIzzna bi ṭabʿna), reflecting the ...
August 07, 20250695Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia Launches Tourist VAT Refund Program: Claim 15% Rebate On Shopping
Introduction
Saudi Arabia has officially started a VAT refund program for non-resident tourists and GCC nationals, allowing eligible visitors to reclaim 15% VAT on qualifying purchases via 1,442 ap...
August 06, 20250781Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Public Schools Return To Two‑Semester Academic Year In 2025
Introduction
The Saudi government will transition public schools from a three-semester to a two-semester academic year beginning in 2025 (1447/1448 Hijri), after Cabinet approval. This follows fe...
August 06, 202501588Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Student Fatally Stabbed In Cambridge Park, Two Arrested
A **Saudi student** was **fatally stabbed** in a **park near Cambridge**, UK, police confirmed. Two suspects have been arrested as investigations by **Cambridgeshire Police** continue.
Incident Det...
August 04, 20250932Category: Crime News
Saudi Tourist Drowns In Lake Geneva: Consulate Arranges Body Repatriation
A Saudi tourist drowned in Lake Geneva, Switzerland, the Saudi Consulate in Geneva confirmed on Sunday. Local authorities are cooperating fully to finalize arrangements for the repatriation of the vic...
August 04, 20250986Category: Accidents