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Makkah entry banned without permits from April 23 for residents

Permit checks to begin from April 23 across all access points to the holy city

Unpaid leave capped at 30 days, granted only once per job

Tax liability linked to investment activities in qualifying funds and trusts

Higher visa denial rates for students, workers anad tourists as Canadian immigration policies shift

International graduates of bachelor's programmes no longer face field-of-study limitations

Violations include improper fencing, abandoned vehicles, and misuse of public spaces

Employers must prioritise local workers before hiring from abroad

New AI-powered visa renewals and Golden Visa eligibility expansions for professionals

Birth certificate now mandatory as new colour-coded passports introduced

Traffic, taxation, utilities, and technology – key changes taking effect this month

A step-by-step guide to filing a complaint for excessive overtime during Ramadan