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New Employee Insurance System coming up in Dubai

By on October 14, 2018 in Living in Dubai

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that new Employee Insurance system will commence from October 15, 2018 This comes as per the UAE Cabinet’s decision to scrap the compulsory bank guarantee and replace it with a low-cost insurance system. According to the report, the ministry has taken all necessary measures to […]

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Driving in Dubai without a license

By on October 10, 2018 in Daily Dubai, Dubai Transport, Living in Dubai

So you are in Dubai, got your hands on a car and planning to go for a ride. But, do you have a valid UAE driving license? If not, think twice before getting behind the wheel because driving in Dubai without a license is a serious criminal offence. According to Article no. 51 of the […]

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Why are internships on the rise in the UAE?

By on October 6, 2018 in Living in Dubai

Every student or fresh graduate who has ever wanted to launch their career, which is every single one of them, is all too familiar with the difficulty of securing an entry-level job. This struggle opened up a new approach to starting careers – with the help of internships. Internships began to act as springboards for […]

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Dog Walking in Dubai

By on October 4, 2018 in Daily Dubai, Living in Dubai

Many dog owners were furious when a stroll with their furry friends was banned along Dubai Marina promenade after already having paws banned along Jumeirah Beach Residences and the adjoining beach. If you’re looking for the right community which welcomes your pet, you search ends here. Read on to find out the best neighborhoods around […]

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Expat Guide: How to Effectively Manage Cost of Living in Dubai

By on September 30, 2018 in Cost of Living, Daily Dubai, Living in Dubai

Dream of having a high-paying job in a foreign country is in the eyes of every second working professional or a job aspirant. However, with all the administrational issues and cultural differences, living in an unknown land can be a hard nut to crack. So, if you actually want to escape the expat bubble, you […]

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How to get Dubai visit visa for a family member

By on September 26, 2018 in Daily Dubai, Living in Dubai

Are you planning to bring your family members to Dubai for a visit? In past few years, the rules for obtaining visit visa for Dubai have become stricter. You need to provide certain documents and pay fees to get Dubai visit visa for your family. Visit visas for immediate family members can be obtained by […]

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How to Set Up a DEWA account in Dubai

By on September 22, 2018 in Daily Dubai, Living in Dubai

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is the sole provider of electricity, water and sewerage in Dubai.  Whether you are a tenant or owner of a property, you have to deal with DEWA to get access to the facilities for your property. Please see below application process and list of required documents.  There is […]

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Top 10 mobile apps to download in Dubai

By on September 18, 2018 in Daily Dubai, Dubai Technology, Living in Dubai

Here is a list of top 10 mobile apps to download in Dubai. 1. mParking Don’t have any loose change on hand? Then just send a text message to 7275 and pay for parking via your cell phone. The format is quite simple: first enter your licence plate number, followed by your parking zone number […]

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How to get Dubai Work Visa?

By on September 14, 2018 in Daily Dubai, Living in Dubai

Before you get settled in Dubai, you need to have a job and in order to work you require Dubai work visa. There are a few ways to obtain it but all of them require a lot of time and patience. In addition to that, you must have good amount information so you don’t face […]

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The World’s Most Futuristic City: 7 Technological Breakthroughs You’ll Find in Dubai

By on September 10, 2018 in Dubai Technology, Living in Dubai

Dubai is one of the world’s most luxurious places to see. While some people come here to relax, others prefer its wilder side, and with all the glamorous shopping malls and top-of-the-line technology it has to offer, it hardly leaves anything to be desired. From smart-city solutions and all the way to robotics and self-driving […]

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