{"id":2901,"date":"2022-11-19T07:44:01","date_gmt":"2022-11-19T07:44:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/emiratesbd.ae\/blog\/?p=2901"},"modified":"2022-11-19T07:44:02","modified_gmt":"2022-11-19T07:44:02","slug":"moving-to-dubai-from-the-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/emiratesbd.ae\/blog\/moving-to-dubai-from-the-us\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving to Dubai from the US"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Thinking of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/dubai\/reasons-to-move\/\">moving to Dubai<\/a>? \u0645\u0645\u062a\u0627\u0632 (Excellent)! You\u2019re going to love life here, from enjoying the opportunities an income tax-free lifestyle offers, to laying out in the sun on one of the emirate\u2019s numerous beautiful beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re moving to Dubai alone, or moving to Dubai with a family, we\u2019ve got you covered \u2013 right through from healthcare to where you should live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We can also offer you free quotes for shipping your possessions. If you\u00a0<strong>fill in the form above<\/strong>, you can see how much moving your life to Dubai would cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7 quick facts about Dubai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>85% of the population is made up of expats<\/li><li>You won\u2019t have to pay any income tax \u2013 or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/tax-for-expats\/\">most other taxes<\/a><\/li><li>Camel racing is a popular sport, with robot jockeys<\/li><li>There are two man-made, palm tree-shaped islands \u2013 Palm Jebel Ali, and Palm Jumeirah<\/li><li>Dubai gets 3,509 hours of sunshine per year \u2013 38% more than New York City<\/li><li>You can still drink, as long as you respect the rules<\/li><li>The weekend starts on Friday and ends on Saturday<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost of shipping to Dubai from the US<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve calculated the average international shipping rates for some of our most sought-after journeys from major US cities to Dubai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bear in mind these are estimates only. If you\u2019d like a more accurate idea of how much shipping to Dubai will cost you, just\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.movehub.com\/\"><strong>pop your details into this form<\/strong><\/a>, and our suppliers will get back to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Route<\/th><th>Cost<\/th><th>Duration<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>New York to Dubai<\/td><td>$2,169<\/td><td>25.5 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Houston to Dubai<\/td><td>$1,981<\/td><td>30.5 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Los Angeles to Dubai<\/td><td>$1,466<\/td><td>38.8 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/us\/international-moving\/uae\/dubai\/#mvhub-table-skip-before-0\">Skip to table start<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Please note: these container shipping costs exclude typical add-ons such as door-to-door delivery, professional packing\/unpacking, and basic insurance cover. Our shipping suppliers normally incorporate these services into their prices, so expect some discrepancy between the rates given here and the quotes you receive. These estimates should be used as an indication only.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rates are sourced from&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfreightrates.com\/en\/freight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WorldFreightRates.com<\/a>, and are based on the port-to-port transportation of a 20ft container of used furniture worth \u00a341,056 ($56,400) \u2013 the typical value of the contents of a three-bedroom house (according to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.admiral.com\/magazine\/guides\/home\/how-much-contents-insurance-will-i-need\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Admiral Insurance<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The durations are sourced from&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.searates.com\/services\/distances-time\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Searates.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This information was last updated in June 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost of flying goods to Dubai from the US<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/advice\/air-freight-vs-sea-freight\/\">air freight<\/a>&nbsp;is undoubtedly faster than other methods, it\u2019s also&nbsp;<strong>12-16 times more expensive<\/strong>&nbsp;than shipping your possessions, as per&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldbank.org\/en\/topic\/transport\/publication\/air-freight-study\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The World Bank<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 and in this specific case,&nbsp;<strong>shipping could save you up to $1,116.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The air freight costs are based on the airport-to-airport transportation of much lighter goods \u2013 250kg of household goods, to be precise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This pales in comparison with the 20-foot shipping container quoted above \u2013 this weighs around&nbsp;<strong>two tonnes<\/strong>&nbsp;<em>when empty<\/em>, and has a maximum weight of&nbsp;<strong>28 tonnes<\/strong>, meaning you can load&nbsp;<strong>26 tonnes<\/strong>&nbsp;into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planes struggle to carry this much weight, so this is how much it would cost to transport a lighter, 250kg package, worth $56,400, from New York City, Houston, and Los Angeles to Dubai.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/us\/international-moving\/uae\/dubai\/#mvhub-table-skip-after-1\">Skip to table end<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Route<\/th><th>Cost<\/th><th>Duration<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>New York to Dubai<\/td><td>$2,582<\/td><td>13 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Houston to Dubai<\/td><td>$2,582<\/td><td>16 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Los Angeles to Dubai<\/td><td>$2,582<\/td><td>16 hours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/us\/international-moving\/uae\/dubai\/#mvhub-table-skip-before-1\">Skip to table start<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These rates are also sourced from\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.worldfreightrates.com\/en\/freight\" target=\"_blank\">WorldFreightRates.com<\/a>. The durations are sourced from\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.searates.com\/services\/distances-time\/\" target=\"_blank\">Searates.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Healthcare in Dubai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not an Emirati national, you\u2019re legally obliged to get some form of private&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/dubai\/health-insurance\/\">health insurance in Dubai<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your employer must provide you with basic health insurance to fulfil this legal requirement, but doesn\u2019t have to do the same for your dependents (e.g. your spouse or children).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your family is coming with you to Dubai, or if you feel like the basic level of coverage isn\u2019t sufficient, it\u2019s a good idea to consider taking out a private policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost of living in Dubai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/us\/international-moving\/uae\/dubai\/#mvhub-table-skip-after-2\">Skip to table end<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Good \/ service<\/th><th>Average cost<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>A pint of beer<\/td><td>$12.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A monthly gym subscription<\/td><td>$67.45<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 liter of petrol<\/td><td>$0.55<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A bottle of wine<\/td><td>$17.70<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 liter of milk<\/td><td>$1.62<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Loaf of bread<\/td><td>$1.34<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12 eggs<\/td><td>$2.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Single ticket on public transport<\/td><td>$1.36<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1-bedroom apartment monthly rent<\/td><td>$1,258<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3-bedroom apartment monthly rent<\/td><td>$2,480<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/us\/international-moving\/uae\/dubai\/#mvhub-table-skip-before-2\">Skip to table start<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Data sourced from\u00a0<\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Dubai?displayCurrency=USD\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Numbeo<\/em><\/a><em>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transferring money to Dubai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re about to move to Dubai, you\u2019ll probably need to convert some of your savings into Emirati dirhams.<\/p>\n\n\n\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\n\n\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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our expert ratings and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.movehub.com\/money-transfer-comparison\"><strong>find the best money transfer provider today<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Working in Dubai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dubai is home to a multitude of financial multinational corporations like Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, and Standard Chartered, as well as technological giant IBM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The UAE has the&nbsp;<strong>34th-biggest<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.imf.org\/external\/pubs\/ft\/weo\/2019\/02\/weodata\/weorept.aspx?pr.x=57&amp;pr.y=17&amp;sy=2019&amp;ey=2019&amp;scsm=1&amp;ssd=1&amp;sort=country&amp;ds=.&amp;br=1&amp;c=512%2C668%2C914%2C672%2C612%2C946%2C614%2C137%2C311%2C546%2C213%2C674%2C911%2C676%2C314%2C548%2C193%2C556%2C122%2C678%2C912%2C181%2C313%2C867%2C419%2C682%2C513%2C684%2C316%2C273%2C913%2C868%2C124%2C921%2C339%2C948%2C638%2C943%2C514%2C686%2C218%2C688%2C963%2C518%2C616%2C728%2C223%2C836%2C516%2C558%2C918%2C138%2C748%2C196%2C618%2C278%2C624%2C692%2C522%2C694%2C622%2C962%2C156%2C142%2C626%2C449%2C628%2C564%2C228%2C565%2C924%2C283%2C233%2C853%2C632%2C288%2C636%2C293%2C634%2C566%2C238%2C964%2C662%2C182%2C960%2C359%2C423%2C453%2C935%2C968%2C128%2C922%2C611%2C714%2C321%2C862%2C243%2C135%2C248%2C716%2C469%2C456%2C253%2C722%2C642%2C942%2C643%2C718%2C939%2C724%2C734%2C576%2C644%2C936%2C819%2C961%2C172%2C813%2C132%2C726%2C646%2C199%2C648%2C733%2C915%2C184%2C134%2C524%2C652%2C361%2C174%2C362%2C328%2C364%2C258%2C732%2C656%2C366%2C654%2C144%2C336%2C146%2C263%2C463%2C268%2C528%2C532%2C923%2C944%2C738%2C176%2C578%2C534%2C537%2C536%2C742%2C429%2C866%2C433%2C369%2C178%2C744%2C436%2C186%2C136%2C925%2C343%2C869%2C158%2C746%2C439%2C926%2C916%2C466%2C664%2C112%2C826%2C111%2C542%2C298%2C967%2C927%2C443%2C846%2C917%2C299%2C544%2C582%2C941%2C474%2C446%2C754%2C666%2C698&amp;s=NGDPD&amp;grp=0&amp;a=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GDP<\/a>&nbsp;(Gross Domestic Product) in the world despite being&nbsp;<strong>114th<\/strong>&nbsp;in terms of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/List_of_countries_and_dependencies_by_area\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">size<\/a>, and Dubai is at the forefront of this economic miracle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting a work visa for Dubai<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your employer must apply to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation for a work visa, on your behalf, as your sponsor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you receive your visa, you can move to Dubai and start work \u2013 but only provisionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Within the next 60 days, your company must obtain your UAE Resident Identity Card and Labour Card, get your work residency permit stamped in your passport, and ensure your medical tests are completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This entire process will probably cost around&nbsp;<strong>AED 1,100 ($300)<\/strong>, but your employer may well foot the bill for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve secured your work visa, you can sponsor your family members so they can join you in Dubai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more details, read through the UAE government\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/u.ae\/en\/information-and-services\/visa-and-emirates-id\/residence-visa\/getting-a-work-and-residency-permit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">guide to getting a work visa<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Average salary in Dubai<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The average annual salary in Dubai is AED&nbsp;<strong>111,000 ($30,220)<\/strong>, according to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.payscale.com\/research\/AE\/Location=Dubai\/Salary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PayScale<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Income tax in Dubai<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no income tax in Dubai \u2013 or in any part of the UAE, for that matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The government primarily funds public services with the money gained from oil and gas exports, and uses its income tax-free status to attract companies and high-skilled workers from abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Job-hunting in Dubai<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to find a job in Dubai before you move, there are lots of sites you can use to find your perfect role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look through the local versions of\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ae.indeed.com\/Job-Hunting-jobs-in-Dubai\" target=\"_blank\">Indeed<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reed.co.uk\/jobs\/jobs-in-dubai\" target=\"_blank\">Reed<\/a>, as well as\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gulftalent.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">GulfTalent<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bayt.com\/en\/uae\/jobs\/jobs-in-dubai\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bayt<\/a>, which operate only in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Climate in Dubai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dubai, like the rest of the UAE, is extremely hot all year round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lowest temperature you can expect is around&nbsp;<strong>50\u00b0F<\/strong>, but you\u2019ll spend the whole of summer between&nbsp;<strong>81\u00b0F<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>97\u00b0F<\/strong>, on average \u2013 so get ready for plenty of time on the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The region lives up to its reputation as a desert paradise, with just&nbsp;<strong>3.7<\/strong>&nbsp;inches of rain falling per year. Compare that to Chicago\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>40.9<\/strong>&nbsp;inches, or even New York City\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>49.5<\/strong>&nbsp;inches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch out for dust storms though, and make sure you protect yourself against the sun and the heat \u2013 you wouldn\u2019t be the first expat to be caught out by the intensity of Dubai\u2019s weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does it snow in Dubai?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No. The closest you\u2019re likely to get to snow is the Mall of the Emirates, where a machine creates artificial ski slopes for customers and a habitat for the penguins (yes, penguins).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The best places to live in Dubai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dubai is full of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/dubai\/best-places-to-live\/\">wonderful areas<\/a>&nbsp;where you can quickly settle in and enjoy everything this luxurious city has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jumeirah Beach: best for young professionals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The UAE works hard to attract talented workers from overseas, and Dubai is at the epicentre of this phenomenon, with expats making up around&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.movehub.com\/uk\/moving-abroad\/uae\/dubai\/reasons-to-move\/\"><strong>85%<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;of the residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means there are many neighborhoods that consciously try to attract expats, which results in a plethora of options for you, but Jumeirah Beach is the best choice \u2013 as long as you can afford it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll likely need to pay at least&nbsp;<strong>$250,000<\/strong>, and probably nearer&nbsp;<strong>$700,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The area only offers apartments, but your home will still be spacious, and it\u2019ll be right next to the stunning beachfront, with its white sands and sparkling sea \u2013 plus you\u2019ll live in the heart of the city, on the doorstep of the best bars, nightclubs, restaurants, shops, and malls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arabian Ranches: best for families<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This gated community is removed from the hustle and bustle of the city center, with a calm, leisurely atmosphere that makes it popular with expats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also plenty of fun activities for families. You can choose between multiple parks, playgrounds, and swimming pools, or get competitive on the basketball and tennis courts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you\u2019re after a more luxurious level of exercise, Arabian Ranches contains an equestrian and polo club, as well as a golf club that\u2019s better than a desert course has any right to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mirdif: best for nature lovers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There isn\u2019t a multitude of greenery in Dubai, let alone public parks, so Mushrif Park is a gorgeous windfall \u2013 and Mirdif is perfectly placed for you to take full advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you choose this quiet, family-oriented suburb, you\u2019ll never be more than a five-minute drive away from the national park, which offers fun for all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go on horse rides, have fun at the pool and playgrounds, and get your adrenalin rush on the rope course with zip lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are plenty of green spaces too, of course \u2013 and if you\u2019re after an extra thrill, you can always visit the Crocodile Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Next steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re now prepared to enjoy all the wonders that Dubai has to offer \u2013 from its jaw-dropping landscapes and sunny weather, to its fascinating culture and business-friendly atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can take the next step by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.movehub.com\/\"><strong>filling in this form<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for free shipping quotes from trusted specialists, who can move your belongings to your new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking of&nbsp;moving to Dubai? \u0645\u0645\u062a\u0627\u0632 (Excellent)! You\u2019re going to love life here, from enjoying the opportunities an income tax-free lifestyle offers, to laying out in the sun on one of the emirate\u2019s numerous beautiful beaches. Whether you\u2019re moving to Dubai alone, or moving to Dubai with a family, we\u2019ve got you covered \u2013 right through from healthcare to where you should live. We can also offer you free quotes for shipping your possessions. 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