The UAE
What do I need to know before retiring in UAE?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to UAE, they said...
"Do it! you will love it if you bring an open mind and some patience and don't expect things to be like it is 'at home'. The temperatures here are extreme - up to 58-60 degrees in summer! Winter is very pleasant," said a member in Al Ain, UAE.
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"Remember your purpose of coming to the city, many cases you earn lots but also spends lots," remarked another expat who made the move to Dubai, UAE.
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Other Questions:
- What should I pack when moving to the UAE?
- Where should I setup a bank account in the UAE?
- Will I be able to find a job in the UAE?
- What is life like in the UAE?
- What do expats in the UAE appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in the UAE?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in the UAE accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in the UAE like?
- What are healthcare services like in the UAE?
- What are medical services in the UAE like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in the UAE?
- What are emergency services like in the UAE?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in the UAE?
- How are local medical facilities in the UAE?
- As a foreigner living in the UAE, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
What do I need to know before retiring in UAE?
If you live in the UAE, newcomers to the UAE would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
