In your home country, chances are you will have been used to working Monday to Friday. However, the working week …
Who is entitled to Ramadan hours under UAE Labour Law?
Ramadan working hours for both those who are fasting and those who aren’t always causes a bit of confusion. What …
Renting in Dubai when you don’t have a bank account
Most rental transactions in the UAE are conducted using post dated cheques. While it used to be the case that …
Health insurance is mandatory in Dubai
By June 2016, all employers – no matter how big or small – have to provide medical insurance for their …
Best hospitals in Dubai
Public hospitals and clinics provide free or very low-cost medical services to UAE residents. Expats wanting to use public hospitals …
Getting a Residency Visa: What’s involved
If you’re working in the UAE, your company will sponsor your residence visa from start to finish including the cost. …
UAE Laws: The dos and don’ts
While the UAE is a progressive, open-minded country, there are a different set of rules to live and abide by …
Talk, surf and watch
There are two Telecom companies in the UAE both of which are state owned. Etisalat is the oldest, with competitor …
Savings Accounts: How to get the best bang for your buck
Saving money in the fast-paced UAE lifestyle can be a struggle. Rents are amongst some of the highest in the …
Top tips for sending money home from the UAE
With 80% of the UAE population being expats, it’s no surprise that AED 18 billion a year gets sent ‘home’ …