Dubai jobs
Dubai is located in the United Arab Emirates and is not only one of the
world's fastest growing cities, but is also an epicenter for employment
and new job opportunities. It is estimated that around 30 new companies
are established in this burgeoning city every week; and this has been
the case since late 2002.
But why is Dubai such an attractive city to live and work in? The short
answer Dubai is tax free. If you live and work in the area you are paid
your gross wage with no tax deducted from this amount. Why?
Unbelievably, direct personal taxation is against the law, meaning any
income you make is 100% yours.
If you are looking in the fields of tourism, IT, media or finance, and
are qualified in your area, there is an abundance of job opportunities
waiting to be snapped up. Every year, thousands of international people
are making the move to Dubai to become part of the workforce and make
some real, tax-free money.
Likewise, if you are looking to establish your own business in the
Emirate, the government offers numerous incentives to overseas business
to take up in the free trade zones. There are currently 15 free trade
zones, with 7 more planned for the coming months and years. These zones
allow for foreign businesses to establish themselves and grow without
corporate taxes and without a shareholding structure. You will quickly
realize why there is an abundance of job opportunities in Dubai.
In order to work in Dubai, you will be required to hold a work permit
and residency visa. Most employers will arrange for these details to be
sorted for their employees once they are appointed to their position
within the company. On the other hand, if you are planning a holiday to
Dubai, you will be issued with a temporary visa (depending on the
country you are from), and you can use this opportunity to scout around
and look for job opportunities. Once you have done this, the process of
applying for a work permit and visa is fairly straight forward.
A notable difference in Dubai is the working hours, which you will
quickly become used to. Many businesses close for a few hours each
afternoon and Friday tends to be a day when no meetings are held.
Dubai, as a city, is unbelievable. The living standard for expatriates
is wonderful, as is the fast-paced social life many of these people
enjoy. Prepare to play and work hard, and enjoy the many wonders Dubai
has to offer from indoor skiing, to playing golf, or taking a 4wd
safari in the desert Dubai has it all.
You will never feel alone in Dubai. The majority of the current
population is made up of expatriates and you will have no problem
meeting acquaintances and new friends almost immediately. The multi
cultural environment allows for numerous social clubs and events to
encourage new people to meet. All of this helps new residents ease into
their new life in Dubai.