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Saudi Ministry Bars Visit Visa Holders from 2026 Hajj Under Strict Permit Rules
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior announced on April 18, 2026 that all visit visa holders were barred from performing Hajj,…
GCC States Propose Framework to Counter Maritime Threats and Protect Key Shipping Routes
GCC member states announced a draft resolution on April 16, 2026, establishing a cooperative framework to strengthen maritime security, protect…
Saudi Arabia Enforces New Regulation to Phase Out Manual Car Washing at Fuel Stations
Saudi Arabia's municipalities have begun enforcing a new regulation from the Ministry of Energy that will ban manual car washing…
FTA Announces Reduced Penalties for Tax Violations as Cabinet Decision Takes Effect
The Federal Tax Authority announced on April 15, 2026, that Cabinet Decision No. 129 of 2025 amending administrative penalties for…
Saudi Ports Authority Activates Pre-Emptive Protocols for Transit Cargo at All Facilities
The Saudi Ports Authority activated pre-emptive arrangements for transit shipments across the Kingdom's ports on April 14, 2026, to speed…
Madinah Mayoralty Bars Portable Gas Stoves and Cylinders from Hospitality Sites
The Madinah Mayoralty on April 13, 2026 prohibited guests from using portable gas stoves and cylinders at all hospitality facilities…
Bahrain Refers GCC Customs Law Changes to Parliament for Trade Efficiency
Bahrain referred proposed amendments to the GCC Unified Customs Law to parliament on April 11, 2026, under Decree No. 23…
Shoura Council Member Proposes Scrapping Expatriate Fees in Saudi Construction
On April 7, 2026, Shoura Council member Raeda Abu Nayan urged the Ministry of Commerce to study abolishing fees on…
UAE Accedes to Svalbard Treaty to Expand Arctic Scientific Research
The United Arab Emirates formally acceded to the Svalbard Treaty on April 6, 2026 under Federal Decree No. 125 of…
UAE Ministry Reforms Healthcare Licensing for Faculty and Nursing Graduates
The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention announced regulatory reforms on April 2, 2026, permitting medical faculty to practice clinically…
Saudi Authorities Deport 5111 Unlawful Residents After Week-Long Nationwide Inspections
Saudi security authorities deported 5111 unlawful residents during coordinated inspections from March 19 to 25 2026 after the Ministry of…
Saudi Arabia’s New Copyright Law to Boost AI and Digital Protections Starting August 12
Saudi Arabia's revised copyright legislation will enter into force on Aug. 12, replacing the 2003 law with tougher penalties, artificial…
UAE Government Implements Enhanced Mosquito Control Nationwide Following Recent Rainfall Events
UAE authorities deployed intensified mosquito control measures across the country on March 29, 2026 after recent rainfall created stagnant water…
Saudi Arabia Waives Overstay Penalties and Grants Visa Extensions for Affected Travelers
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior announced on March 25, 2026 temporary measures to allow holders of visit, Umrah, transit and…
Saudi Ministries Detail Umrah Departure Procedures and Overstay Penalties Ahead of April Deadline
On March 23, 2026, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced streamlined departure procedures for Umrah pilgrims at the…