Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Resign Work in Doha and work in Dubai

Resign Work in Doha and work in Dubai?
There is an offer work for me in Dubai. I wanted to know how I am going to process a work visa for Dubai since I am currently working in Doha?
United Arab Emirates - 1 Answers
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Congrats. You don't have to do anything beside to provide your future employer with all required docs. Your employer will apply for your visa on your behalf. Please note that all visa and work related costs need to be paid by the employer and aren't deductable from your salary. You have to enter the UAE on an employment entry permit and in within 30 days your residence visa should be processed if everything is in order. You only have to undergo the medical test. Your employer's PRO will take care of your residence visa and your labor card. Take care.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

We are American. My Husband may be going to Dubai to work offshore. Is there a reason to worry

We are American. My Husband may be going to Dubai to work offshore. Is there a reason to worry?
I am afraid of the things going on in the middle east. Realistically speaking My husband in an American who will be going to drill for oil. I am worried for his safety. Does the Taliban and other radical groups get involved in Dubai?
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Dubai is where the terrorists get their funding
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back about 20 years ago women were forced to cover their heads. No matter who you are. so that may cause problems... And as an American there is always a danger. Not about your husband, but in general freaking Americans like to bully and act like deserving dogs. Better not go there and take up all that stress.
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I saw some complaints and videos about dubai having 85% migrant workers, them going to work for a salary and them getting there and being treated like slaves. Some have had passports taken, live in shit infested slums etc.. Just do a search on google about slavery in dubai. It has nothing to do with being american. http://www.independent.co.uk/opinion/commentators/johann-hari/the-dark-side-of-dubai-1664368.html
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do not worthy about it dubai is Beautifull place my husband been working in Iraq 2 years and nothing happen have Faitht and patiente everything going to be ok.
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Well Paris Hilton is coming there to find new bff just go with her =p
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One of the most puzzling question in the past decade why al-Qaeda and Bin-Laden have never target the Gulf states as Dubai! Although its used to be Marines bases and have large community of westerners!? In short: Yeah, it's safe now
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Dubai is one of the most beautiful places. it's kind of expensive. actually in Dubai, majority of the population are foreigners from the states, India, and Europe.there aren't as much Arabs as you might think. it is extremely modernized. i don't know if Ur husband is gonna like it because i don't know about the workers there, but you will definitely enjoy it. there are amazing malls, hotels, attractions, and places to go. actually it is one of the biggest tourist attractions for celebrities. most celebs own homes there and visit regularly. you should not worry cause Dubai is good friends with the US. -hope that helps.
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dubai is very safe and they have a very discreet security service at work there there are many americans and european expats there, oil workers and onshore with their families and children so no reason to worry at all. of course no place in the world is 100% safe but i really dont think u have reason to worry. good luck
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Without any offense, I don't know what's wrong with many Americans being worried about working/linving/visiting the UAE. Did you EVER hear about Talibans in the UAE? Terrorists in the UAE? Americans getting attact in the UAE? About any radical groups in the UAE? I do not think so. One ofthe most dangerous things to do in Dubai is to cross the streets unless at a traffic light. The UAE isn't Afghanistan nor Pakistan where the Talibans are active.
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it totally untrue...there are no taliban or radical groups here in the UAE, will he be working with ADNOC? they offer excellent salaries for expats like your husband and they are giving 1 month off for every 3 months if he will be working 3 straight months in the offshore..i am from abu dhabi, and i find it alot more cozier and less stressful than in dubai. but if u r a party person, you would really enjoy dubai more than here. its not that im saying there are no clubs and getaways here,there are alot too...
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Don't worry, it's safe, he will be fine. There are many Americans here, as well as numerous other nationals.
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Get real. !. Dubai is as cosmopolitan as NY. I live in UAE since 12 years and havent had a chance on meeting Bin Laden on the streets. The city is absolutely safe and good. We have a whole lot of other worries here concerned with money and savings.... not Bin laden definetly. BTW.. Americans and British are usually treated like a king by the locals.... even if he was cleaning streets back at home!!!
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GooD GrieF FolkS!!! The lady is worried about here husband, all these stories and such ... Your husband will be fine, i have lived here for a number of years and the following facts preside, - No the Taliban and other radical groups do NOT operate here - Americans are welcome here, as most other nationalities. - He will be well looked after. - If he abides by the law of the land he will have a pleasant stay and return home safe and probably wealthy. - He will get three square meals a day and will have access to all the modern amenities he has access to in America. I hope this alleviates some of your fears. Have a nice day.
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its as safe as any where else. may be more then in america itself. i am livign here for 24 yrs with wife and kids . if u abide by the local laws u need not worry.
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Again , good grief , where do these people get their info from... The first 6 answers , except mariposa's, are total nonsense and these people are obviously paranoid and buy-into stereotypes and such. On the other hand the last 6 answers (before this one) are the answers with roots in reality , not fiction. The biggest problems in Dubai are the traffic jams and summer heat , much like any big city , but given you are going to spend most of your time on an oil rig offshore or some islands, both of these are really not going to affect you as the facilities on the oil rig are air conditioned as well.

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Hi. I am based in Kenya, but I want to travel to Dubai to work as a domestic servant

Hi. I am based in Kenya, but I want to travel to Dubai to work as a domestic servant?
Hi. I am based in Kenya, but I want to travel to Dubai to work as a domestic servant or something. Can anyone link me up to someone?
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Only certain nationalities are allowed to work as domestic helpers and Kenya doesn't belong to it. Most domestic helpers are getting hired through agencies in their home countries. @Stieve Griffin: The writer of this article never lived in Dubai nor did he work here. He just focused on certain situation without mentioning how they occured. Don't believe anything before you get the whole picture.
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Good luck with your job search. Before you go to Dubai or any other place, you might want to do some research. Dubai has been getting loads of bad press because they treat their workers domestic, construction etc as virtual slaves and are not free to leave if they choose. You can also be imprisoned for bouncing a check, making too much profit it seems or other financial transactions. Take a look at Namibia, Rwanda, Uganda etc for jobs first before considering the Middle East is what I'd advise. Good luck but be wary.

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Im currently in Manila Philippines and considering going to Dubai for work

Im currently in Manila Philippines and considering going to Dubai for work.?
Im mainly interested in call centre jobs? Are there any agencies anyone would like to recommend..both here in Manila and dubai.. thanks.
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I don't know of any agencies but I do have some advice if you really are interested in moving to Dubai. When you do find employment, make sure that your package includes free accommodation. If they say that they will include "housing allowance" in your package, then make sure that it is enough to pay for a decent living space. A single room flat/studio flat goes for a minimum of Dhs 80,000/year. If you opt to "share" with fellow kababayans. (Usually 6 persons/room on the average). Bed space costs around Dhs 800-1,500/month. Travel allowance for your daily commute is also something to consider. Dubai is a very modern city with lots of traffic and expensive public transport. I wish you luck kababayan :) Oh and if someone tells you to come here with a visit visa and just try your luck in finding a job when you get here, I wouldn't take that advice if I were you. Too many kababayans have made that costly mistake. Try www.monstergulf.com and send them your CV.