{"id":18604,"date":"2021-11-10T11:47:43","date_gmt":"2021-11-10T11:47:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shababeekdubai.com\/newweb\/?page_id=18604"},"modified":"2023-05-18T15:13:15","modified_gmt":"2023-05-18T15:13:15","slug":"20-things-to-know-before-you-move-to-the-uae","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shababeekdubai.com\/ru\/20-things-to-know-before-you-move-to-the-uae\/","title":{"rendered":"20 \u0432\u0435\u0449\u0435\u0439, \u043a\u043e\u0442\u043e\u0440\u044b\u0435 \u043d\u0443\u0436\u043d\u043e \u0437\u043d\u0430\u0442\u044c \u043f\u0435\u0440\u0435\u0434 \u043f\u0435\u0440\u0435\u0435\u0437\u0434\u043e\u043c \u0432 \u041e\u0410\u042d"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-2\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-8\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_center wpb_content_element wpb_animate_when_almost_visible wpb_appear appear\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper vc_box_shadow_3d  vc_box_border_grey\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-large lazyload\" alt=\"uae\" title=\"dubai-from-above-delphimages-photo-creations\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shababeekdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dubai-from-above-delphimages-photo-creations.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/shababeekdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dubai-from-above-delphimages-photo-creations.jpg 900w, https:\/\/shababeekdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dubai-from-above-delphimages-photo-creations-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shababeekdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dubai-from-above-delphimages-photo-creations-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shababeekdubai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dubai-from-above-delphimages-photo-creations-496x331.jpg 496w\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_empty_space\"   style=\"height: 32px\"><span class=\"vc_empty_space_inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>Living in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the United Arab Emirates (UAE)<\/a> is an experience like no other. Home to a wide range of nationalities, a nightlife to rival London and New York, and <b>absolutely zero income tax<\/b>, the Gulf nation has plenty to offer. Thankfully, it\u2019s not too difficult to move everything you own halfway across the world \u2013 especially if you <b>use the form above.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element vc_custom_1557500015922\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>There\u2019s plenty to recommend about life in a land where <b>the skies are almost always blue. <\/b>Here are the five best reasons to start living in the UAE:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It has a <b>minister of state for happiness and wellbeing<\/b>. No, seriously. The country aims to become one of the five happiest countries in the world, so why not hop on board the love train?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The weather and beaches are amazing. If you love following a day of work by working on your tan, the UAE is perfect for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In fact, everything is gorgeous, from the man-made islands off the coast of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/dubai\/reasons-to-move\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dubai<\/a> to the world\u2019s tallest tower, Burj Khalifa. There\u2019s plenty of natural beauty too, including the wonderfully named Empty Quarter (Rub&#8217; al Khali), which is <b>the largest continuous sand desert in the world<\/b>. If you\u2019ve ever wanted to see the sweeping sands of Disney\u2019s Aladdin in real life, this is your chance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You\u2019ll be in good company as an expat. While the UAE\u2019s population is around 10 million, more than <b>88% of residents come from abroad<\/b>\u00a0(United Nations, 2018). This means a huge variety of exciting cultures and food, and better still, you won\u2019t be alone \u2013 data from embassies shows that 120,000 people from the UK and 50,000 from the US live in the UAE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>There<\/strong><b> are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">almost no taxes<\/a>.<\/b> In 2018, the government introduced VAT for the first time on most goods and services, at the low rate of 5% \u2013 but that\u2019s it. No income tax. Everything you make is yours to keep.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>However appealing these reasons may be, it must be noted that if you&#8217;re thinking of making the jump to this Gulf nation, you may be in for a shock. Homosexuality remains illegal in the UAE, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/blog\/best-countries-for-women\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">women<\/a> may face grave challenges in light of the country&#8217;s attitudes towards abortion, rape, and domestic abuse.<\/p>\n<p>If you are able to navigate this level of culture shock, and are able to secure a decent job, then you&#8217;ll be in a prime position to take advantage of what the UAE has to offer. Let us help you get the most out of your move with these top 21 things to know.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>1. How do the individual emirates differ?<\/h2>\n<p>The UAE is comprised of seven emirates, which gained independence and formed the country in 1971 after the British military stopped protecting the region. If you\u2019re moving for work, you\u2019re probably heading to either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/abu-dhabi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Abu Dhabi<\/a> \u2013 which includes the UAE\u2019s capital, most of its population, and 87% of its land \u2013 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/dubai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dubai<\/a>, the spectacular business hub of the country.<\/p>\n<p>Abu Dhabi contains both the largest place of worship in the country, in the shape of the imposing Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Abu Dhabi City, and <b>the UAE\u2019s biggest economy.<\/b> In 2018, the emirate\u2019s gross domestic product (GDP) was \u00a3194 billion. That\u2019s more than Portugal, Egypt, and Vietnam, according to the International Monetary Fund \u2013 and it\u2019s just one emirate.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Dubai\u2019s GDP is \u00a383 billion \u2013 and when you consider that fact alongside the emirate\u2019s incredible skyline and man-made islands, you can start to understand why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/us\/international-moving\/uae\/dubai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dubai<\/a> International Airport is the third-busiest in the world. According to National Geographic stats from 2018, an enormous <b>88 million passengers<\/b> pass through its gates across the year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>2. Don\u2019t forget to check out the other emirates<\/h2>\n<p>While the urban hubs of Abu Dhabi and Dubai are endlessly enjoyable, the other emirates also have their unique charms, and are worth exploring \u2013 not least for their highly Instagrammable landscapes.<\/p>\n<p>As well as Ajman, which is a mostly agricultural region, there\u2019s Fujairah, an emirate with picturesque countryside and mountains that also boasts the Al Badiyah Mosque, built more than 650 years ago and still in use. And though you as a foreigner are banned from buying land or owning the majority of any business, you\u2019re welcome to enjoy plenty of watersports, \u00a0such as <b>windsurfing, water skiing and diving.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>You can also take a sea-and-sun-themed trip to Ras Al Khaimah, an emirate with 64km of beach coastline, as well as <b>the longest zipline in the world<\/b> at Jebel Jais \u2013 the UAE\u2019s highest peak.<\/p>\n<p>Take care if you visit Sharjah, where the law requires everyone to dress conservatively and bans drinking in public (and only privately if you have a licence). You\u2019re also forbidden to socialise with members of another gender if you\u2019re not married to them.<\/p>\n<p>But if none of that bothers you, Sharjah has everything from a classic car museum to a palace and aquarium \u2013 and for those who are more interested in exploring nature, there\u2019s a mangrove forest, a seaside promenade, and a beautiful bird of prey centre.<\/p>\n<p>The UAE mixes Islamic history and culture with many western attractions, and nowhere is this clearer than Umm Al Quwain. The emirate contains a majestic 18th century fort and historic architecture, alongside <b>a water park which covers 250,000m\u00b2<\/b> and has a daily capacity of 10,000. Dreamland Aqua Park contains more than 30 rides, slides and attractions, and runs throughout the year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>3. What is healthcare like in the UAE?<\/h2>\n<p>Hopefully your company will provide you with access to private treatment, which has a better reputation in the UAE than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/dubai\/health-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the public healthcare system<\/a>. As of 2017, there were more private hospitals than public, according to Allianz. This makes sense, since anyone who isn\u2019t an Emirati national only has access to emergency treatments.\u00a0In the particular case of Dubai, unless you are an Emirati national, it is mandatory that you have some form of private medical cover.<\/p>\n<p>If you need to take out your own private medical insurance policy before your move to the UAE, we recommend Cigna. With four levels of annual cover to choose from and extra modules for more flexibility, Cigna will sort you out with a plan that suits your needs.<\/p>\n<p><b>Start building a customised plan<\/b> with a free quote to protect your most important assets \u2013 you and your family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>4. Make sure you can afford the move<\/h2>\n<p>Living in the UAE isn\u2019t cheap. Stats gathered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/compare_cities.jsp?country1=United+Arab+Emirates&amp;country2=United+Arab+Emirates&amp;city1=Dubai&amp;city2=Abu+Dhabi&amp;tracking=getDispatchComparison\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Numbeo<\/a> reveal that renting a three-bedroom flat in the centre of either Abu Dhabi or Dubai costs <b>more than \u00a32,000 a month<\/b>, and even your everyday expenses like coffee or beer will set you back about \u00a33.50 apiece.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re from a big city like London or Los Angeles, then you\u2019re prepared for these sort of prices. Just make sure, as ever, that your salary matches your lifestyle \u2013 a calculation which will be helped by <b>the complete lack of income tax in the UAE.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>5. Living in the UAE is a cultural shift \u2013 but yes, you can still drink<\/h2>\n<p>The UAE could be your dream move, as long as you respect the rules. First off, remember that <b>the weekend is on Friday and Saturday<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 with Sunday as the first day of the work week \u2013 because Friday is a holy day in Islam.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re after some alcohol-fuelled fun when you clock off on Thursdays, go for it \u2013 just don\u2019t discuss it at work, as there is still a stigma around drinking. There are plenty of bars and restaurants with drinks licenses, and most Dubai bars have happy hours. Women can also enjoy ladies\u2019 night, usually on Tuesdays, while there are countless brunch options with unlimited food and drink.<\/p>\n<p>Watch out if you\u2019re used to life in the UK, though: the legal drinking age in the UAE is 21, and they check IDs. It\u2019s also illegal to consume alcohol on the street, and there is a zero tolerance approach to consuming drugs, which can lead to deportation or imprisonment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"message-box-shortcode\">\n<p>If a move to the UAE is on the cards, you\u2019ll probably need to convert some of your savings into dirhams (AED).<\/p>\n<p>However, it\u2019s best to avoid using high street banks for this process, as you\u2019ll usually have to pay high fees, and you won\u2019t get the best exchange rate.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why we\u2019ve done our research and compared all the major money transfer services on the market, so you can choose the right one. Check out our expert ratings and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.movehub.com\/money-transfer-comparison\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">find the best money transfer provider today<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>6. In fact, get ready for many unexpected laws<\/h2>\n<p>Though you can find licensed bars, clubs and restaurants to drink in everywhere apart from Sharjah, watch out for other unusual restrictions. You could be thrown in prison for gossiping, swearing (both in real life and on WhatsApp), raising money for charity without a licence, carrying food with poppy seeds, or taking photos of people without their permission.<\/p>\n<p>You can be deported for all of these offences, and may also be forced to leave the country \u2013 as well as facing a five-figure fine \u2013 if you take photos of road accidents.<\/p>\n<p>Sex outside marriage is banned as well, meaning that you and your partner will have to tie the knot before moving to the UAE or risk spending a minimum of one year in prison.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_empty_space\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>7. What\u2019s life in the UAE like for foreign women?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<p>While it\u2019s generally safe to walk the streets, if <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/working-as-a-woman\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">you\u2019re a woman in the UAE<\/a>, that comes with conditions. There\u2019s no need to wear a hijab, but make sure to cover your shoulders, knees and neckline if you\u2019re at work or in a public space \u2013 unless that place is the beach.<\/p>\n<p>Lonely Planet recommends that if you\u2019re in the UAE with your boyfriend, you should say you\u2019re married, and avoid public displays of affection \u2013 these can even be punished with 80 lashes. On public buses, sit near the front in the women\u2019s section, and try not to make direct eye contact with men you don\u2019t know.<\/p>\n<p>Also be aware that women have often faced denial or even imprisonment after accusing men of rape or domestic abuse. Abortion is also illegal in the UAE, unless the person giving birth or their baby is in mortal danger. It can lead to a year in prison.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from these restrictions, living in Abu Dhabi as a woman \u2013 or almost any other emirate, for that matter \u2013 is much the same as life in the west. <b>You can drive, you can drink, and you can move around the country alone<\/b> without much trouble.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>8. What\u2019s it like working in the UAE?<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/job-hunting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">moving to the Gulf nation for work<\/a>, you\u2019re most likely heading to Abu Dhabi or Dubai, where the majority of the jobs are found. Most of these roles will be taken up by men, who form the large majority of the population and the workforce. The Emirati government reported in 2017 that 91% of men above the age of 15 were employed, compared to just 42% of women.<\/p>\n<p>While the country\u2019s economy is largely reliant on oil, government agencies and construction, tourism is booming \u2013 especially in Dubai, which was the world\u2019s fourth-most popular tourism destination in 2018, according to Mastercard.<\/p>\n<p>But expats in Abu Dhabi or Dubai have typically come to the UAE to work in accounting, finance or IT \u2013 that is, unless you\u2019re working for a multinational company like Microsoft, AstraZeneca, DHL, FedEx, Marriott or Hilton Worldwide, which all have offices in the country.<\/p>\n<p>There are many bonus features when it comes to working in the UAE. As well as the tax-free income, many companies also offer their employees a housing allowance, contributions towards your kids\u2019 school fees, medical insurance, and even free air tickets back home.<\/p>\n<p>Be warned, though: labour laws are different in the UAE. If you\u2019re ever thinking of joining a trade union or starting a strike, don\u2019t. It\u2019s a criminal offence, and can lead to you being deported.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>9. Do you need to learn Arabic?<\/h2>\n<p>If you pick up some Arabic, you\u2019ll find it easier to bond with colleagues and locals. As with any country, learning some of the language shows you respect the place and its people. However, <b>English is widely spoken<\/b>, and the sheer number of expats in Dubai and Abu Dhabi means that you\u2019ll always have a community available to you if you need it. By using an online forum like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.internations.org\/uae-expats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">InterNations<\/a>, you can easily stay in touch with other people in your exact situation \u2013 and even ask for advice before you travel.<\/p>\n<p>There are also plenty of British pubs and restaurants in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, if you ever have a craving for bangers and mash or toad in the hole.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>10. What do I need to do to start living in the UAE?<\/h2>\n<p>You can get a free 30-day visa if you\u2019re a citizen of a host of countries \u2013 including the UK, US, Australia, Canada and Ireland \u2013 and extend it for another 30 days during your stay. You\u2019re probably after something a bit more long-term though \u2013 in which case, <b>you need a sponsor<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>This can be anyone who lives permanently in the UAE, but if you\u2019re moving for work, it\u2019ll most likely be your company. Your sponsor will apply for a 30-day residency on your behalf, before extending your stay while you\u2019re in the country. <b>All you need to provide is a copy of your passport<\/b> \u2013 your company should take care of the rest.<\/p>\n<p>Expats living in the UAE can sponsor you to bring over close relatives like your spouse and children, so you shouldn\u2019t have to leave anyone behind. Also make sure to <b>get an ID Card<\/b> through this government website, as everyone living in the UAE has to have one.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>11. Move your belongings to the UAE in the least stressful way possible<\/h2>\n<p>After you\u2019ve done all of that, you\u2019ll need to ship everything you own to your new home in this desert paradise.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve calculated the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/international-shipping\/uae\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">average international shipping rates<\/a> for some of our most popular journeys from the UK (London), the US (New York), Australia (Sydney) and Canada (Montreal) to Jebel Ali in the UAE. The rates are sourced from WorldFreightRates.com, and are based on the port-to-port transportation of a 20ft container of used furniture worth \u00a340,000 \u2013 the typical value of the contents of a three-bedroom house (according to Admiral Insurance). These prices were last updated in April 2019.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>12. What\u2019s it like living in the UAE with a family?<\/h2>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve managed to arrange for your spouse and kids to join you in your fresh start, you\u2019ll want to get them settled in as quickly as possible. Fortunately, English is widely spoken in the UAE, which will make things easier.<\/p>\n<p>As in many cultures, family is highly valued in the UAE, and will give you an easy way to bond with locals and other colleagues. In terms of education, you will be encouraged to find a private or international school for your kids \u2013 and if you\u2019re worried about your children suffering a culture shock or having to adapt to a new curriculum, don\u2019t sweat it.<\/p>\n<p>As of the 2017\/18 school year, <b>there are 78 schools in Dubai \u2013 nearly half the total \u2013 which offer the British curriculum<\/b>, while 34 teach kids what they would be learning in American schools.<\/p>\n<p>Your family will be able to learn all about the Emirati culture (including getting used to hearing the call to prayer six times a day), but will still be able to enjoy western traditions. <b>Easter and Christmas are proudly celebrated in the UAE<\/b>, complete with Christmas trees and mall Santas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>13. Is there a lot of family-friendly entertainment in the UAE?<\/h2>\n<p>There are plenty of fun activities for all the family to enjoy, including some top-level sport. Abu Dhabi\u2019s Yas Marina Circuit holds an annual Formula One race, football and cricket are extremely popular, and you absolutely have to take the kids to see some camel races in Abu Dhabi or Al Ain \u2013 especially since they often feature robot jockeys.<\/p>\n<p>You can go camping in the stunning natural surroundings of Fujairah beach, or Liwa in the Empty Quarter, which is home to the kind of sand dunes familiar to <i>Star Wars<\/i>\u2019 Luke Skywalker and Rey. Speaking of films, you can see all the latest releases, so there\u2019s no fear of missing the latest Marvel blockbuster. Some flicks have been banned in the UAE in recent years, such as <i>Black Swan<\/i>, <i>Love and Other Drugs<\/i> and <i>Fifty Shades of Grey<\/i>, but it\u2019s rare, and generally doesn\u2019t apply to films you\u2019d take your kids to.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>14. Is it too hot in the UAE?<\/h2>\n<p>Temperatures typically reach <b>45\u00b0C in the summer<\/b>, but can go down to a more manageable 10\u00b0C in the winter, depending on where you live. In Dubai, the temperature rarely drops below 15\u00b0C all year round, and has been known to hit a sweltering 49\u00b0C. This can make summers tough, but thankfully, there\u2019s air conditioning wherever you go \u2013 including bus stops.<\/p>\n<p>The constant heat does also mean that you and your family can visit the plentiful Emirati beaches at any time in the year. That\u2019s right: whenever you fancy it, you can go and work on your tan, build sandcastles, or even try out some watersports. Just remember your sun cream.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>15. When it comes to food, the UAE has its own unique flavour<\/h2>\n<p>Prepare yourself for brunch. We told you about the UAE\u2019s plethora of brunch choices earlier, but it deserves to be mentioned again, if only to make sure you\u2019re ready for the concept of double or even triple brunch. That\u2019s right \u2013 some people repeatedly jump from one brunch to another once Friday and Saturday roll around.<\/p>\n<p>The other ubiquitous part of Emirati cuisine is the national fruit: dates. The UAE produces more than 530,000 metric tons of fresh dates each year, so you\u2019ll see them being sold everywhere and incorporated into many local recipes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>16. Get ready to explore global cuisine<\/h2>\n<p>As well as regional specialities, you\u2019ll also have access to every type of dining experience, from high-end food to fish and chips. And <b>don\u2019t worry about bacon or ham hocks being forbidden in Islam<\/b>, as pork is available in a special section of most supermarkets.<\/p>\n<p>Because of its diverse population, the UAE is home to all the dishes you\u2019d expect to find in a big city \u2013 Indian, Italian, French, Japanese, and so on \u2013 while also satisfying true foodies\u2019 appetites with high-quality Arabic and Middle Eastern cooking. Immerse yourself in the Abu Dhabi and Dubai lifestyle, and see what real falafel, curry and hummus taste like.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>17. You\u2019ll be living in an Islamic country<\/h2>\n<p>The state religion of UAE is Islam, which impacts every part of life in the country \u2013 from the law itself to the six times a day you\u2019ll hear the call to prayer.<\/p>\n<p>Your colleagues and friends in the UAE may well have different cultural expectations when it comes to drinking, relationships, and clothing, to name a few. Some of these differences are enshrined in law. The UAE\u2019s legal system incorporates Sharia Law, which means that offences like insulting Islam or consuming alcohol if you\u2019re a Muslim person are liable to get you deported, flogged, or worse.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>18. Ramadan will affect you, regardless of your religion<\/h2>\n<p>Be prepared for the month-long fast of Ramadan each year in the spring, during which time <b>everyone is banned from eating, drinking or smoking in public<\/b>. This includes you, making it one of the most important things to know about the UAE. You can eat at work, but do so away from people, in a private section of the office.<\/p>\n<p>On the plus side, each night, you can join in as people break their day-long fast at the incredible night markets in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. As well as delicious food, the markets also create a smorgasbord of art, fashion and fun.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>19. Is the UAE a safe place to live?<\/h2>\n<p>A US government report from December 2018 found that the UAE has the lowest threat level possible. And in the opinion of hundreds of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/crime\/in\/Dubai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Numbeo<\/a> users, the level of crime is \u201cvery low\u201d all over the country.<\/p>\n<p>In 2018, the UAE government reported that the rate of premeditated murders was down to 0.3 per 100,000 people, leading deputy chairman of police Lt-General Dahi Khalfan Tamim to call the UAE \u201cthe safest [country] worldwide,\u201d according to <a href=\"https:\/\/gulfnews.com\/uae\/government\/low-murder-rate-makes-uae-one-of-safest-nations-1.2158926\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gulf News<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner\">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h2>20. So who should move to the UAE?<\/h2>\n<p>The UAE is a challenging place to live if you\u2019re a woman or part of the LGBT+ community, with many of the country\u2019s laws restricting your freedoms. However, if none of these identities apply to you, you will find an accepting, welcoming place which is home to dozens of different nationalities from across the globe.<\/p>\n<p>As long as you have a salary which allows you to enjoy all that the Gulf nation has to offer, and you can respect the country\u2019s laws and religious customs, the UAE will be a wonderful home to you and your family. Head on over to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/advice\/international-container-shipping-costs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our International Container Shipping Costs page<\/a>, and see how much it would take to set you up in paradise. 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