Move Live Work in Dubai

04/01/2021

Got questions about your move to Dubai?

Every Sunday (1pm Dubai) we host a free webinar answering your questions.

Sign up below 👇
https://promotions.lpage.co/campaigns/1733982

23/11/2020

☀️ Ever wondered what its like teaching in Dubai? We answer ALL of your questions below 👇

Dubai has long been a popular destination for international teachers – here we look at what makes it so attractive and answer all for expats researching the move to teach in Dubai. How much do teachers get paid? Teaching at a private school can net you anywhere from 5,000 AED to 18,000 AED tax fre...

10/11/2020

Massive news released in Dubai this week! Local authorities announced they are relaxing some Islamic laws and implementing the following changes👇

➡️ If married couples get divorced, the rules of their local country will apply, not the UAE’s.

➡️ Unmarried couples can now live together legally.

➡️ Should someone pass away; their citizenship dictates how their assets are divided - unless they have a will. If, however, they have local property, this will still be managed under UAE law.

➡️ Su***de and attempted su***de will now be decriminalized.

➡️ If you choose to intervene when someone is in need (i.e. they may be suffocating and needing CPR), you cannot be held liable anymore.

➡️ Men who harass woman will face tougher punishment.

➡️ Alcohol consumption is no longer a criminal offence (as long as you’re over 21!)

➡️ If you are going to court and do not speak or understand Arabic, the court must provide you with a translator.

These are welcomed changes for UAE residents old and new and will only make the country a more attractive place to live. It should also have a positive impact on the economy in the years ahead.

13/10/2020

Your first week in Dubai will be both exciting and exhausting. New country, new culture, new everything!! Check out our hot tips on how to navigate your first 5 days as a new expat in Dubai.

Your first week in Dubai will be both exciting and exhausting. New country, new culture, new everything. As you find your bearings and navigate through the week, try to find a balance between business and pleasure (getting things done and enjoying your new home). If you’ve confirmed a job prior to...

08/10/2020

You may get a small shock at the price of goods when converting the price into your home currency, however, all costs of living are relative when earning local salaries.

Our top tip: try to avoid converting currency as fast as possible!

To compare the cost of goods prior to your arrival, visit one of the online grocery stores like Kibsons, Spinneys or Carrefour or...

Check out our free download: 'Cost of Living in Dubai', a 10 page PDF breaking down costs for singles, couples and families. Link on website.

07/10/2020

One of the biggest mistakes many of our expat friends have made on arrival was not grabbing a local sim card as they landed. Many are eager to get out of the airport as fast as possible. But not having a local sim limits your ability to access data on the go, call home and have a local number to update your resume.

There are four mobile providers in the UAE – Virgin mobile, Du, Etisalat and Swyp – all of which have a variety of different packages on offer, including short-stay 7-14 day packages, and standard prepaid and postpaid plans. We opted for Virgin Mobile and were set up within 20 minutes, only needing our passport and payment.

All providers have a presence at most terminals. Have a look in Arrivals if you can’t find them on exit. It’s worth noting, to continue using a local sim past 30 days, you will need a valid Emirates ID or visa.

04/10/2020

In the lead up to your move to Dubai, there will be a million and one things to do and achieve (if not more) prior to hopping on the plane. Make life easy and check out our 3 month checklist!

Your 3 month checklist before moving to Dubai In the lead up to your move to Dubai, there will be a million and one things to do and achieve (if not more) prior to hopping on the plane. Write down all of your jobs and aim to tick off a few each week so that it’s not too overwhelming the closer to ...

20/09/2020

Have you joined our Facebook group?

Go to Facebook and request to join:
Moving, Living and Working in Dubai

This group has been setup to answer your initial questions, and provide advice and guidance for new expats considering the move.

Our mission is to ensure that others looking to follow in our footsteps, enjoy every part of their experience when moving to our beautiful city, and avoid possible mistakes or headaches along the way.

17/09/2020

Trying to navigate what salary you could earn by ?

Did you know the majority of large recruitment companies across the UAE will publish salary guides each year?

These guides notate what the average professional earns in that role.

When searching for roles in Dubai, there is a lot of new information to take in.

For instance: most salary packages are broken up into basic salary and benefits, which can include anything from health insurance and accommodation, to transportation allowances and flights home.

Generally, a package is much higher than countries like the UK.

For example, among junior administration workers, AED 15,000 a month (approximately GBP 3000) would be considered low, while AED 20,000 (approximately GBP 4000) for a PA would be considered fairly standard. On an annual salary, that would equate to over GBP 46,000 tax-free as there is no income tax.

In addition to this, you've also got Health Insurance, Gratuity, Annual Leave, Children's Education... the list goes on.

Want to dive deep and get your head around it all?

Jump into our free facebook group (link in comments), where our team will help you gain local insight, preparing you with accurate information to navigate your .

Compare your wage to what the experts say is the typical salary across sectors in the Emirates – see in the slide show below

15/09/2020

We can help you with ALL of the challenges you may face moving to Dubai.

In fact we've written an entire guide on how to overcome challenges every expat faces moving to Dubai, so you can start enjoying this beautiful city as fast as possible!

13/09/2020

📣 Our mate Jean shares his simple strategy that anybody can use when on the job hunt in Dubai. Check it out 👇

5 steps I used to find a job in Dubai The world's tallest building. The world's largest fountain. The world's biggest man-made island. The glitz, the glam. This is Dubai. Dubai is a city that everyone wants to visit. It is a city of gold Ferrari’s and golden buildings. It is a city with incredible...