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Speed limit reduced in Shaikh Salman Highway in Bahrain
The speed limit on one of the country’s main highways was recently reduced, less than six months after it was increased by the authorities. It was noticed today (Saturday) that the speed limit on Shaikh Isa bin Salman Highway was reduced to 100 kmh without any previous announcements made by the General Directorate of Traffic
Kuwait Bans Work Visas Less Than 30 Years Old
Kuwait’s manpower authority has issued an administrative decision that will take effect in 2018 banning the recruitment of expatriate who are under 30 years of age, Al-Anbaa reported.The authority contacted various ministries requesting the reduction of current and future security, cleaning and handling contracts by 25 percent, as total government contracts currently number 2,274 and
November 20, 2017
Read more about Kuwait Bans Work Visas Less Than 30 Years OldOman eases visa curbs for expatriates from more countries
Foreigners from more countries can now enter Oman on a year-long tourist visa, provided that their stay in Oman does not exceed one month at a time. The privilege has now been extended to 68 countries, including 39 European nations, 10 South American countries, besides 19 other states. Moreover, additional countries have been added to
Prophet’s birthday holiday announced in Oman
Sayyid Khalid bin Hilal bin Saud Al Busaidi, Minister of the Diwan of Royal Court and Chairman of the Civil Service Council yesterday issued a decision stating that Tuesday, 16 Rabee Al Awwal, 1439 AH corresponding to December 5, 2017, will be an official holiday for employees of the ministries, public authorities and other departments
November 20, 2017
Read more about Prophet’s birthday holiday announced in OmanThis is why Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road turned red
Over the weekend, photos of Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road circulated on social media after parts of the highway turned red. The splash of colour was spotted by residents around the stretch of Sheikh Zayed Road between Dubai Marina and JLT. When Khaleej Times went in for a closer look, it was revealed that the red
November 20, 2017
Read more about This is why Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road turned redUAE, Senegal sign MoU on entry-visa exemption
Sheikh Abdullah welcomes Minister Kaba to UAE, stresses country’s desire to strengthen bilateral ties The UAE and the Republic of Senegal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, to exempt UAE nationals carrying diplomatic, private, VIP and regular passports and citizens of Senegal bearing diplomatic passports from obtaining pre-entry visas while travelling to both countries.
November 20, 2017
Read more about UAE, Senegal sign MoU on entry-visa exemptionUAE, Ukraine sign visa-free agreement
An agreement on cooperation in the field of culture between the two countries was also inked. Following the negotiations between Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko, the two countries have agreed upon a visa-free regime. UAE and Ukrainian
November 20, 2017
Read more about UAE, Ukraine sign visa-free agreementEER MARTYR’S DAY AND NATIONAL DAY
Please note that the EER office will be closed to mark the occasion of Commemoration Day, the Prophet’s Birthday (PBUH) and National Day. In addition to the usual Friday-Saturday weekend, it is expected that we will be closed on Thursday 30th November and Sunday 3rd November but this is yet to be confirmed by the
November 20, 2017
Read more about EER MARTYR’S DAY AND NATIONAL DAYWe are hiring an Immigration Specialist for our Dubai office
Job Description – Immigration Specialist – Dubai Executive Expatriate Relocations (EER) is an Irish owned company and was founded in Dubai in 2005, providing Relocation, Immigration and Company Incorporation services that not only delivers on service, but creates a bespoke offering for each individual client, and delivers it professionally, timeously and with integrity. EER currently
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