Kerala Launches Counselling Support for Expats Amid West Asia Crisis
The Indian state of Kerala has launched 24/7 counselling support for expatriate Keralites and their families, addressing anxiety triggered by the crisis in West Asia.
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The Indian state of Kerala has launched 24/7 counselling support for expatriate Keralites and their families, addressing anxiety triggered by the crisis in West Asia.

Increasing numbers of expats and employees are deciding to leave the city as regional conflict escalates
Expats in the UAE have expressed their feelings of safety and commended the leadership amidst uncertain global times.
‘We chose this country. And we stand with it’: Residents voice support for the UAE across social media Khaleej Times

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan urged PM Modi for action on the safety of Kerala expatriates in West Asia amid regional conflicts, offering state assistance.
Irish expats working in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have spoken about the moment their cities came under Iranian ballistic missile attacks earlier today.
Expats remit $2.79bn in first 25 days of February Dhaka Tribune
Recent data indicates a growing trend of expatriates in Abu Dhabi choosing to purchase homes rather than rent, signaling a shift in the housing market.

Germans living in Switzerland share the specific foods they miss from home, including various sausages, Waldmeister, Fleischsalat, and Fischbrötchen.

As the death toll climbs, some Western expats in Dubai fret about golf courses, bottled water and weight-loss injections, writes Caoilfhionn Gallagher KC.


Dubai’s reputation as a prosperous destination for expats and influencers has changed for some following Iranian strikes.

Except for a handful of operations to Muscat in Oman, most outbound and inbound services to destinations across the Gulf continued to be cancelled until the early hours of Tuesday


World leaders react cautiously to US and Israeli strikes, death of Iran’s Ali Khamenei Arab News
Foreign residents in Barcelona are raising concerns that the city's brand is overly associated with tourism, advocating for a shift towards promoting it as a technological and innovation hub.
New UK border rules effective February 25, 2026, will require dual British citizens, particularly those in the UAE and Gulf, to use a British passport or a Certificate of Entitlement to enter the UK, causing potential travel disruptions.

As of January 1, 2026, Georgia has implemented mandatory medical insurance for all foreign nationals entering the country, formalizing healthcare access standards for various types of visitors and residents.
Armenia has introduced a temporary visa-free regime for Indian passport holders with specific residence permits from Gulf, US, and European countries, allowing stays of up to 180 days annually.

Hundreds of Indian expatriates from the UAE are travelling to Muscat by road. The 450-km journey from Dubai takes about six hours, including roughly one hour for border clearance

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✈️❌ Thousands of flights have been canceled around the world on the third day of war in the Middle East. ➡️ Australia, Indonesia, and Vietnam...
UAE expatriates have taken to social media to express their support for the country, stating 'We chose this country, we stand with it'.
Indian expats face job uncertainty amid flight disruptions and Middle East conflict Khaleej Times

Tehran targets regional countries housing American bases despite their refusal to allow attacks from their territory
The US showed net emigration in 2025, with an increase in expats bumping up over a rising trend line.

An upcoming fair in the Netherlands aims to provide expats with information and answers to questions regarding Dutch skills, housing, tax returns, and other aspects of living in the country.
Kuwait's Bar Association is cracking down on unlicensed legal advice shared online, filing complaints against expatriates offering consultations via social media. This move, alongside deregistering lawyers and suspending firms, aims to protect the public and uphold professional standards. Only registered legal professionals can legally offer advice, ensuring accuracy and accountability in Kuwait's legal system.