Expats in United Arab Emirates

Every UAE resident and citizen knows about the Emirates ID, the legal identity card in the country. The Emirates ID, also referred to as the UAE ID Card, is an identification card that is issued by the Federal Authority of Identity and Citizenship (FAIC) in the UAE. The Emirates ID acts as a portable personal database and it is mandatory for all UAE citizens and residents. All the people living in the UAE are required to apply and carry their card with them at all times. 

Long term employee assignments in UAE require a work permit (also known as a Labour Card), and there are multiple detailed rules that have to be followed. Some of these steps will take place prior to the employee entering the UAE, while others can be taken after arrival. Once finalized, a work permit is typically valid for two years. A guide like this is a good starting point if you are looking to work in UAE

Most of us here in UAE send money back home. While doing a wire transfer from your bank is one way to do it, one of the easiest ways is to send money through various money transfer apps. Look for exchange rates offered by these apps, the time to process the transaction and choose the one that suits your needs the most.

We desis love our food and rightly so. Since there are of migrant workers that travel and have now made UAE their home, it is not very difficult to find good authentic Desi food like home here in UAE. It is also very easy to find a Desi restaurant in most UAE cities and towns.