Dubai
Dubai
Dubai
Quality of Life
Quality of Life
Excellent
Excellent
Emigrant Community
Emigrant Community
Vibrant
Vibrant
Islamic Infrastructure
Islamic Infrastructure
Islamic Infrastructure
Excellent
Excellent
Ease of Immigration
Ease of Immigration
Long-Term Immigration
Hard
Hard
Introduction
A firm favourite for many, Dubai comes in at number 4. As the largest city in the UAE, it increasingly attracts a large expatriate community. They are attracted by the high quality of life: its world-class shops, good schools, excellent hospitals, low levels of crime, and low income tax. There is extensive Islamic infrastructure although some find it hard to find a strong spiritual community. There is a higher cost of living particularly on food, drink and retail items and a hot desert climate where temperatures can exceed 40 celsius in scorching summers. An additional downside is the lack of long-term immigration options as citizenship is extremely difficult to obtain even if there are good long-term residency by investment options.
Moving There
Citizenship: UAE citizenship is difficult to obtain and generally granted under exceptional circumstances. Other options are descent, marriage or naturalisation but there are strict criteria for each of these.
Residence: The UAE offers a golden visa program, which requires a minimum investment of AED 2 million (approximately $545,000) in real estate. This visa is valid for 10 years and can be renewed. Processing times are fast and can be obtained within 8 weeks. The applicant's spouse and unmarried children of any age may be added at no additional investment.
Work Permit: Work permits can be easily obtained with sponsorship from a company in Dubai. Following a medical examination, your employer will apply for your Emirates ID and Residency Visa. Typical processing times range from 1 - 2 months.
Relocating: We recommend using Move One Inc. for comprehensive relocation services, including visa assistance, home search, and settling-in services.
Employment Opportunities
Dubai’s main industries include finance, tourism, real estate, and technology. Here are some great local jobs that we found:
There are also many remote jobs particularly in tech where you can base yourself in Dubai:
Education and Healthcare
Education: Dubai offers a wide range of educational institutions, including public schools and numerous private and international schools. Emigrant children can attend state schools, but many prefer private schools, which cost between AED 20,000 and AED 100,000 per year (approximately $5,500 to $27,000). Recommended schools include American School of Dubai and Dubai College.
Healthcare: The healthcare system in Dubai includes public and private options with high-quality services. Private healthcare can be expensive, with consultation fees ranging from AED 300 to AED 1,500 (approximately $80 to $400). Recommended hospitals include Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and Mediclinic Middle East.
Dubai
Dubai
Quality of Life
Excellent
Emigrant Community
Vibrant
Islamic Infrastructure
Excellent
Ease of Immigration
Hard
Introduction
A firm favourite for many, Dubai comes in at number 4. As the largest city in the UAE, it increasingly attracts a large expatriate community. They are attracted by the high quality of life: its world-class shops, good schools, excellent hospitals, low levels of crime, and low income tax. There is extensive Islamic infrastructure although some find it hard to find a strong spiritual community. There is a higher cost of living particularly on food, drink and retail items and a hot desert climate where temperatures can exceed 40 celsius in scorching summers. An additional downside is the lack of long-term immigration options as citizenship is extremely difficult to obtain even if there are good long-term residency by investment options.
Moving There
Citizenship: UAE citizenship is difficult to obtain and generally granted under exceptional circumstances. Other options are descent, marriage or naturalisation but there are strict criteria for each of these.
Residence: The UAE offers a golden visa program, which requires a minimum investment of AED 2 million (approximately $545,000) in real estate. This visa is valid for 10 years and can be renewed. Processing times are fast and can be obtained within 8 weeks. The applicant's spouse and unmarried children of any age may be added at no additional investment.
Work Permit: Work permits can be easily obtained with sponsorship from a company in Dubai. Following a medical examination, your employer will apply for your Emirates ID and Residency Visa. Typical processing times range from 1 - 2 months.
Relocating: We recommend using Move One Inc. for comprehensive relocation services, including visa assistance, home search, and settling-in services.
Employment Opportunities
Dubai’s main industries include finance, tourism, real estate, and technology. Here are some great local jobs that we found:
There are also many remote jobs particularly in tech where you can base yourself in Dubai:
Education and Healthcare
Education: Dubai offers a wide range of educational institutions, including public schools and numerous private and international schools. Emigrant children can attend state schools, but many prefer private schools, which cost between AED 20,000 and AED 100,000 per year (approximately $5,500 to $27,000). Recommended schools include American School of Dubai and Dubai College.
Healthcare: The healthcare system in Dubai includes public and private options with high-quality services. Private healthcare can be expensive, with consultation fees ranging from AED 300 to AED 1,500 (approximately $80 to $400). Recommended hospitals include Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and Mediclinic Middle East.
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Introduction
A firm favourite for many, Dubai comes in at number 4. As the largest city in the UAE, it increasingly attracts a large expatriate community. They are attracted by the high quality of life: its world-class shops, good schools, excellent hospitals, low levels of crime, and low income tax. There is extensive Islamic infrastructure although some find it hard to find a strong spiritual community. There is a higher cost of living particularly on food, drink and retail items and a hot desert climate where temperatures can exceed 40 celsius in scorching summers. An additional downside is the lack of long-term immigration options as citizenship is extremely difficult to obtain even if there are good long-term residency by investment options.
Moving There
Citizenship: UAE citizenship is difficult to obtain and generally granted under exceptional circumstances. Other options are descent, marriage or naturalisation but there are strict criteria for each of these.
Residence: The UAE offers a golden visa program, which requires a minimum investment of AED 2 million (approximately $545,000) in real estate. This visa is valid for 10 years and can be renewed. Processing times are fast and can be obtained within 8 weeks. The applicant's spouse and unmarried children of any age may be added at no additional investment.
Work Permit: Work permits can be easily obtained with sponsorship from a company in Dubai. Following a medical examination, your employer will apply for your Emirates ID and Residency Visa. Typical processing times range from 1 - 2 months.
Relocating: We recommend using Move One Inc. for comprehensive relocation services, including visa assistance, home search, and settling-in services.
Employment Opportunities
Dubai’s main industries include finance, tourism, real estate, and technology. Here are some great local jobs that we found:
There are also many remote jobs particularly in tech where you can base yourself in Dubai:
Education and Healthcare
Education: Dubai offers a wide range of educational institutions, including public schools and numerous private and international schools. Emigrant children can attend state schools, but many prefer private schools, which cost between AED 20,000 and AED 100,000 per year (approximately $5,500 to $27,000). Recommended schools include American School of Dubai and Dubai College.
Healthcare: The healthcare system in Dubai includes public and private options with high-quality services. Private healthcare can be expensive, with consultation fees ranging from AED 300 to AED 1,500 (approximately $80 to $400). Recommended hospitals include Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and Mediclinic Middle East.
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