In UAE, life goes on amid Iran’s attacks but the future is uncertain By global affairs editor Laura Tingle in Dubai Article published 17/03/2026 by ABC News A weird sense of normality in Dubai and Abu Dhabi these days sits awkwardly with the news coverage of burning buildings and reports of strikes on airports. […]
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How Australian Expats in Saudi Arabia Can Transfer Their Driver’s Licence One of the first practical hurdles Australian expats face when moving to Saudi Arabia is getting behind the wheel legally. The good news is that if you already hold a valid Australian driver’s licence, Saudi Arabia allows a direct licence transfer with no driving
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Selling Your Australian Property as an Expat? Here’s How to Reclaim the 15% Withholding Tax If you’re an Australian expat who recently sold your home or investment property back home, there’s a high chance the buyer withheld 15% of the sale price and sent it to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). This is part of
Renewing Your Australian Driver’s Licence as an Expat: What You Can (and Can’t) Do For many Australians living overseas, a driver’s licence feels like a small administrative detail until it suddenly becomes a big one. If you need guidance on renewing Australian driver’s licence as an expat, it’s important to know what steps to take.
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What Australian Expats in the UAE Need to Know About the New Civil Transactions Law and Heirless Financial Assets For most Australian expats living in the UAE, estate planning sits firmly in the “I will get to it later” category. Life is busy, jurisdictions are complex, and there is often an assumption that Australian wills
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The Hidden Hazards of Structured Notes for Australian Expats If you’re an Australian living in the UK, Europe, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or elsewhere in the Middle East, you’ve likely encountered promoters offering “exclusive” investment opportunities promising guaranteed growth, enhanced income, or capital protection. Many of these pitches come in the form of structured notes targeted
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AI: A Blessing and a Curse When Moving Overseas In an age of instant answers, intelligent search engines, and virtual assistants, artificial intelligence (AI) has woven itself seamlessly into our lives. For those considering an international move—whether it’s a corporate relocation, lifestyle change, or retirement abroad—AI tools can be both a powerful ally and a
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Why Australians Should Act Now The Coming Tax Residency Rule Changes and Their Impact on Future Expats As Australia contemplates its most significant overhaul of individual tax residency rules in decades, Australians contemplating a move abroad face a critical juncture. Under the government’s proposed Modernising Individual Tax Residency Framework, determining when and how you cease
How Australian Expats in Dubai Can Secure Regulated Financial Advice Understanding the Licensing Obligations from the Dubai Financial Services Unified Guidebook (2025) As thousands of Australians relocate to the UAE, Dubai continues to stand out for its tax-friendly environment, professional opportunities, and quality of life. However, when it comes to regulated financial advice for
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Why So Many Australian Millionaires Are Moving to Dubai and Abu Dhabi In recent years, an increasingly noticeable trend has emerged. A rising number of Australian millionaires are moving to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. While Australians have long been adventurous travellers and expatriates, this new wave is distinctly shaped by financial strategy, lifestyle aspirations, and
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