Saudi lifts 3-year entry ban on expats who fail to return before visa expiry

Saudi General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) Riyadh: The authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has lifted the three-year entry ban on expatriates who left the Kingdom on exit and reentry visa and failed to return before the expiry of the visa, local media reported. The decision came into effect on Tuesday, January 16. … Read more

Kuwait issues new rules for expats’ end-of-service benefits

Representative image (Photo: X) The Kuwait Civil Service Commission (CSC) has issued new rules and regulations for the payment of end-of-service benefits to non-Kuwaiti employees, local media reported. The new rules require an end-of-service gratuity form, clearance from the ministry of interior’s judgments enforcement department, and additional clearance from the ministry of electricity, water, and … Read more

Sponsors withholding expats passports can face 15-year jail term

Flag of Saudi Arabia Riyadh: A sponsor in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) who holds expatriates passport may face a potential 15-year prison sentence and a maximum fine of one million Saudi Riyals (Rs 2,20,95,594). “If you sponsor refuse to retun passport, it is considered as a major crime under Saudi law, classified as … Read more

Furious Brits turn back on idyllic Spanish city as it introduces ‘ridiculous’ mask rules | World | News

Furious Brits have demanded tourists turn their back on an idyllic Spanish city after it was announced “ridiculous” new measures would be introduced against coronavirus and winter flu. Those living inside Valencia – one of Spain’s most popular tourist destinations – have been told that strict new rules for people visiting the region will be … Read more

The world’s least polluted city is an ideal destination for British expats | Travel News | Travel

Pollution is a major problem around the globe. Air pollution can increase people’s risk of developing heart disease, lung cancer and respiratory problems. While many British expats choose to move abroad for a new career opportunity or better quality of life, clean air is a major plus. According to data from the team at SmartAir, … Read more

Top 5 cities for British expats to live in – and Spain doesn’t make the list | Travel News | Travel

A new study by financial and retirement services company Mercer named the best and worst European cities for British expats to live in. The experts analysed the political stability, healthcare, education and infrastructure of each nation to determine the best option for those who want to relocate to another country and enjoy retirement abroad. According to … Read more