Relocation to Dubai
A guide to relocating to Dubai: visas, taxation, housing, education, healthcare and employment, with a personal Journey Manager and end-to-end support from Ocean.
A guide to relocating to Dubai: visas, taxation, housing, education, healthcare and employment, with a personal Journey Manager and end-to-end support from Ocean.
- CapitalAbu Dhabi
- Population~11.3 million
- LanguageArabic · English very widely spoken
- CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (AED)
- Time zoneGST · one hour ahead of Israel
- Flight from IsraelApproximately 3.5 hours by air
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
Routes include an employer-sponsored work visa, the Green Visa for skilled workers or self-employed people and Golden Residency for eligible applicants.
Taxation
There is no federal personal income tax on salaries, but VAT, corporate tax and residency rules apply.
Economy and cost of living
Housing, international schools, insurance and a car can be expensive.
Housing
The housing market in Downtown / Business Bay differs from other areas.
Education
Education options vary between Downtown / Business Bay, Dubai Marina / JLT, Dubai Hills / Arabian Ranches.
Healthcare
Arrange healthcare eligibility and health insurance according to your immigration and employment status, including interim coverage, the provider network and out-of-pocket contributions.
Community and culture
Downtown / Business Bay has an expatriate community and international services.
Employment and business
Employment hubs vary between Downtown / Business Bay, Dubai Marina / JLT, Dubai Hills / Arabian Ranches.
Ocean's winning tip
Coordinate your legal status, work, education and budget before choosing an address. With experience since 1944 and a global network, your Ocean Journey Manager brings these together in one plan.
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