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Haider Hussain

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Haider Hussain

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  • United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
  • Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia

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  • Urdu

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T:+971 4 8181 713

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Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

Riyadh

Fragomen Arabia Business Services

Level 27, Al Fasaliah Tower

Riyadh 12313

Saudi Arabia

Al Khobar

Fragomen Arabia 13th Floor, Office D, Al Barghash Tower

6189 Prince Turki Road, Al Corniche

Al Khobar 34412

Saudi Arabia

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  • Urdu

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T:+971 4 8181 713

F:+971 4 429 1392

Dubai

Fragomen FZ-LLC

Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

Riyadh

Fragomen Arabia Business Services

Level 27, Al Fasaliah Tower

Riyadh 12313

Saudi Arabia

Al Khobar

Fragomen Arabia 13th Floor, Office D, Al Barghash Tower

6189 Prince Turki Road, Al Corniche

Al Khobar 34412

Saudi Arabia

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  • English
  • Urdu

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[email protected]

T:+971 4 8181 713

F:+971 4 429 1392

Dubai

Fragomen FZ-LLC

Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

Riyadh

Fragomen Arabia Business Services

Level 27, Al Fasaliah Tower

Riyadh 12313

Saudi Arabia

Al Khobar

Fragomen Arabia 13th Floor, Office D, Al Barghash Tower

6189 Prince Turki Road, Al Corniche

Al Khobar 34412

Saudi Arabia

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Haider is a Partner in Fragomen’s Dubai office where he is responsible for the provision of corporate immigration support to clients throughout the Middle East and North Africa. Haider has a wide and extensive array of experience within the Middle East and North Africa region with a primary focus on the immigration regulations and procedures in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Morocco.

Haider is responsible for developing and implementing sustainable immigration programs for start-ups, small and medium enterprises, and large multinational corporations across various industries, including information technology, hospitality, education, power generation, engineering and manufacturing within the ever-changing immigration landscape in the Middle East and North Africa region. Prior to joining Fragomen in 2012, he worked as a Legal and Financial Analyst for a global financial institution in London.

Haider speaks English and Urdu.

Education

  • University of Durham, Bachelor's Degree, 2009

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Professional accomplishments

Member, British Business Group

Member, Australian Business Council

Member - Professional Services Committee , AmCham Saudi Arabia

Publications and lectures

Panelist, “Breakout Session 1: How labour market protections are reshaping global mobility policies.” MENA Employment Summit 2025, Dubai, UAE, 27 November 2025.

Speaker, “Navigating Entity Setup in UAE & Saudi Arabia: A Guide for Chinese Companies.” Fragomen, Webinar, 26 November 2025.

Speaker, “Leadership in Action: Navigating Global Transformation.” Fragomen Middle East & Africa Conference 2025 – Talent, Policy & Growth in Motion, Dubai, UAE, 12 November 2025.

Quoted, “السعودية تمضي مع «رؤية 2030» بدعم التصنيع والتوطين وتوسع الاقتصاد.” Asharq Al Awsat, 25 September 2025.

Quoted, “Saudi Arabia’s skill-based work permit system reshapes expat employment landscape.” Zawya, 21 July 2025.

Quoted, “UAE golden visa explained: from nomination to investment and who is eligible.” The National, 11 July 2025.

Author, “The GCC’s Digital Leap is Setting the Bar for Smarter Immigration.” Economy Middle East, 25 February 2025.

Quoted, “How Rules for Obtaining UAE’s 10-year Golden Visa Have Been Updated.” The National, 31 December 2024.

Haider’s insights

March 5, 2026 | Webinar

Middle East Immigration Update: What Employers Need to KnowRead more

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

January 28, 2026 | Seminar

Saudi Business Visit Visas: Managing the Impact on your WorkforceRead more
More related insights

Haider’s insights

March 5, 2026 | Webinar

Middle East Immigration Update: What Employers Need to KnowRead more

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

January 28, 2026 | Seminar

Saudi Business Visit Visas: Managing the Impact on your WorkforceRead more
More related insights

Haider’s insights

March 5, 2026 | Webinar

Middle East Immigration Update: What Employers Need to KnowRead more

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

January 28, 2026 | Seminar

Saudi Business Visit Visas: Managing the Impact on your WorkforceRead more
More related insights

Countries / Territories

  • United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
  • Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia

Get in touch

Languages

  • English
  • Urdu

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 4 8181 713

F:+971 4 429 1392

Dubai

Fragomen FZ-LLC

Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

Riyadh

Fragomen Arabia Business Services

Level 27, Al Fasaliah Tower

Riyadh 12313

Saudi Arabia

Al Khobar

Fragomen Arabia 13th Floor, Office D, Al Barghash Tower

6189 Prince Turki Road, Al Corniche

Al Khobar 34412

Saudi Arabia

Connect via Linkedin

Haider’s insights

March 5, 2026 | Webinar

Middle East Immigration Update: What Employers Need to KnowRead more

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

January 28, 2026 | Seminar

Saudi Business Visit Visas: Managing the Impact on your WorkforceRead more
More related insights

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Get in touch

Languages

  • English
  • Urdu

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 4 8181 713

F:+971 4 429 1392

Dubai

Fragomen FZ-LLC

Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

Riyadh

Fragomen Arabia Business Services

Level 27, Al Fasaliah Tower

Riyadh 12313

Saudi Arabia

Al Khobar

Fragomen Arabia 13th Floor, Office D, Al Barghash Tower

6189 Prince Turki Road, Al Corniche

Al Khobar 34412

Saudi Arabia

Connect via Linkedin

Haider’s insights

March 5, 2026 | Webinar

Middle East Immigration Update: What Employers Need to KnowRead more

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

January 28, 2026 | Seminar

Saudi Business Visit Visas: Managing the Impact on your WorkforceRead more
More related insights

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  • LinkedIn

Share

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  • LinkedIn

Get in touch

Languages

  • English
  • Urdu

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 4 8181 713

F:+971 4 429 1392

Dubai

Fragomen FZ-LLC

Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

Riyadh

Fragomen Arabia Business Services

Level 27, Al Fasaliah Tower

Riyadh 12313

Saudi Arabia

Al Khobar

Fragomen Arabia 13th Floor, Office D, Al Barghash Tower

6189 Prince Turki Road, Al Corniche

Al Khobar 34412

Saudi Arabia

Connect via Linkedin

Haider’s insights

March 5, 2026 | Webinar

Middle East Immigration Update: What Employers Need to KnowRead more

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

January 28, 2026 | Seminar

Saudi Business Visit Visas: Managing the Impact on your WorkforceRead more
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Tiemen Peters, Silvia Norte Mercade and Soraya Driessen outline when international graduates who studied in the Netherlands may qualify for the 30% ruling and the key eligibility, timing and compliance considerations for graduates and employers.

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Blog post

The Narrowing Talent Pipeline: From International Student to Corporate America

Counsel Susan Steger discusses how recent immigration developments may affect the pathway from F-1 study and practical training through H-1B sponsorship and permanent residence for U.S. employers recruiting and retaining early-career international talent.

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Blog post

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Manager Ko Ito, Senior Immigration Consultant Danielle Barks, Associate Naureen Malik and Trainee Solicitor Amna Ali outline how the expanded UK Right to Work Scheme could affect employers in Northern England and the practical steps businesses can take ahead of the 1 October 2026 changes.

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Senior Associate Tuğba Özyakup Appointed to Dutch Bar Legislative Committee on Immigration Law

Senior Associate Tuğba Özyakup has been appointed to the Dutch Bar’s Legislative Committee on Immigration Law, where she will contribute input and advice on proposed and existing immigration legislation.

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Media mentions

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Overnights

Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher discusses Australia’s net migration figures and recent changes to the country’s migration policies.

Learn more

Blog post

Can International Graduates in the Netherlands Qualify for the 30% Ruling? Eligibility Rules Explained

Tiemen Peters, Silvia Norte Mercade and Soraya Driessen outline when international graduates who studied in the Netherlands may qualify for the 30% ruling and the key eligibility, timing and compliance considerations for graduates and employers.

Learn more

Blog post

The Narrowing Talent Pipeline: From International Student to Corporate America

Counsel Susan Steger discusses how recent immigration developments may affect the pathway from F-1 study and practical training through H-1B sponsorship and permanent residence for U.S. employers recruiting and retaining early-career international talent.

Learn more

Blog post

Right to Work Changes: What Do They Mean for Employers in Northern England?

Manager Ko Ito, Senior Immigration Consultant Danielle Barks, Associate Naureen Malik and Trainee Solicitor Amna Ali outline how the expanded UK Right to Work Scheme could affect employers in Northern England and the practical steps businesses can take ahead of the 1 October 2026 changes.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Traveller: Six Months in, the EU’s Entry/Exit System Isn’t Working

Partner Christine Sullivan discusses the implementation of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) across member states and at border crossing points.

Learn more

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Learn more

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Senior Counsel Anna Boucher is quoted in ABC News regarding Australia's migration debate and what more than 165 years of migration data reveals about long-term immigration trends.

Learn more

Blog post

Swiss Immigration Quotas 2026: Are Work Permit Quotas Likely to Run Out Before Year-End?

Senior Immigration Consultant Alessandra Rüede discusses Switzerland’s 2026 work permit quota utilisation and what current availability, canton-level allocation practices and processing considerations mean for employers planning international hiring and mobility.

Learn more

Blog post

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Blog post

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Partner Naomi Goldshtein discusses the UK Right to Work changes taking effect from 1 October 2026 and what employers should do now to strengthen identity verification, workforce oversight and compliance across direct and extended worker populations.

Learn more

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Senior Associate Tuğba Özyakup Appointed to Dutch Bar Legislative Committee on Immigration Law

Senior Associate Tuğba Özyakup has been appointed to the Dutch Bar’s Legislative Committee on Immigration Law, where she will contribute input and advice on proposed and existing immigration legislation.

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