Abu Dhabi, in Arabic language: أبوظبي ʼAbū Ẓabī, literally ‘Father of gazelles’ is the capital of the homonymous emirate, as well as the capital and second most populous city of the United Arab Emirates.

Economy

According to abbreviationfinder, Abu Dhabi owns 9% of all the world’s oil reserves (98.2 billion barrels) and almost 5% of the world’s natural gas consumption (5.8 trillion cubic meters), the great hydrocarbon wealth of the The United Arab Emirates (UAE) gives it one of the highest GDP per capitas in the world. Abu Dhabi owns the majority of these resources (95% oil and 92% gas). National Oil Company of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company said in August of 2006 that the UAE is willing to expand crude oil production to 2.8 million barrels per day (bpd) and one of its production goal is empulsar barrels per day up to 4 million for 2010. See population of United Arab Emirates.

Recently the government has promoted the diversification of the economy, driven by rising oil prices, however the non-oil and gas sectors of GDP today constitute 64% of the UAE’s total GDP. This trend is reflected in Abu Dhabi with substantial new investment in industry, real estate, tourism and retail. Abu Dhabi is the Emirates’ largest oil producer, reaping most of the benefits from this trend. It has carried out a liberalization and diversification program to reduce the emirate’s dependence on the hydrocarbon sector. This is evident in the emphasis on industrial diversification with the realization of an industrial free zone known as the Abu Dhabi Industrial City and the construction of another, ICAD II, in another sector. There has also been a campaign to promote the tourism and real estate sectors with the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority and the state Investment Development Company developing several large-scale projects.

These projects will be complemented with an improvement in transport infrastructures, with a new port, the expansion of the airport and a railway link project between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, all of which are in development phases.

Abu Dhabi is the richest emirate in the United Arab Emirates in terms of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and per capita income. GDP per capita reached $ 63,000, which is well above the average income of the United Arab Emirates and ranks third in the world after Luxembourg and Norway. Abu Dhabi also plans many shared future projects with the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Persian Gulf (CCG), The United Arab Emirates is a rapidly growing economy: in 2006 per capita income grew by 9%, had GDP per capita of $ 49,700 and ranked third in the world in purchasing power parity. Abu Dhabi plays an important role in the world economy. Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), is currently estimated at $ 875 million, the richest of the world’s sovereign wealth funds, in terms of total asset value, Etihad Airways maintains its headquarters in Abu Dhabi.

Technology

Any rail transport system in the Middle East is a luxury since it only exists on plans commissioned by their governments. Dubai, the first city to have one, is in it to inaugurate it, hopefully.
Those of Abu Dhabi decided that they could too and more: a complete public transport plan, the Abu Dhabi Plan 2030, ambitions a metro system, a regional railway, trams, a ferry link to Dubai, and three personal rapid transit zones.

This new personal transporter will be one of the vehicles that will circulate as rapid transport on specially constructed guides. It’s great!

Sightseeing

Today Abu Dhabi generates 15% of the GDP of the United Arab Emirates and that has a lot to do with the great diversification in its economy in recent years, making a large investment in what is the tourism sector that has really had very good results, since today this city is visited by thousands of tourists who come from all over the world to stay in its hotels, as well as the attractions that are throughout the city.

The capital of the emirate continues to grow and the evidence of this is that many large-scale projects are currently being built at a millionaire cost. Thanks to its great urban development in recent years they have made this city one of the most expensive in the world where they have with them the construction of the most expensive hotel in the world called the ¨Emirati Palace ¨, which had a cost of about 3 Billion dollars, this and many more tourist destinations you can find in this wonderful eastern city full of culture and tradition with a futuristic touch.

In Abu Dhabi, a world of modern wonders awaits you, with the highest quality of services that you can imagine in its different hotels and tourist attractions.

Work permit, immigration and permanent residence

The work visa fee is AED 200 (plus additional costs) per year of issue and you must be invited by a private company. Foreign employees with permanent employment receive a residence and work permit.

The following documents are required for the application:

• Application for residence signed by the sponsor / company
• Copy of the trading license
• Photocopy of the sponsor’s passport
• Applicant’s passport
• Approved medical examination that is valid for a maximum of 3 months
• Emirates ID registration confirmation
• Labor card issued by the Ministry of Labor

A stay is always associated with a job. It is not possible to get a permanent visa. If you lose your job, you are threatened with expulsion! You should be back to work within a month. Also keep in mind that there is no social security, pension or health insurance in Dubai. The 5-day week now also applies in Dubai. Friday (in general) and Saturday are usually free.

Currently, according to countryvv, wages in the construction and service sectors are around 300-400 euros per month. Qualified specialists are particularly in demand in the tourism and IT sectors, but medical specialists (pharmacists, doctors and nurses) are also in demand. You should be able to speak English well, better still Arabic. It is also imperative that you adapt to Islamic culture, otherwise you quickly run into problems (e.g. living together is only possible for married people).

Cost of living

Due to the lack of VAT, car purchases, for example, are very cheap. Gasoline is very cheap. Real estate is very expensive, but has been falling since the crisis. Some foods are expensive, especially those that are imported, while others are cheap, so you can buy something cheaper than in Germany if you pay attention to the price differences.

You need around € 3,993.42 (AED 17,793.51) in Dubai to maintain the same standard of living that you can have in Berlin with € 3,700.00 (assuming you rent in both cities).

• Consumer prices in Dubai are 8.53% lower than in Berlin (excluding rent)
• Consumer prices including rent in Dubai are 7.93% higher than in Berlin
• Rental prices in Dubai are 45.53% higher than in Berlin
• Restaurant prices in Dubai are 13.49% higher than in Berlin
• Food prices in Dubai are 14.84% lower than in Berlin
• The local purchasing power in Dubai is 5.48% lower than in Berlin

Average cost of living in Dubai (from 08/2019 – 07/2020)

Restaurant	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
Food, price w. restaurant	8.18	3.50-14.01
Middle class, 3 courses for 2 people.	46.72	28.03-93.43
Local beer, 0.5 l	10.51	7.01-12.85
Imported beer, 0.33 l	10.51	8.18-14.01
cappuccino	4.36	2.34-7.01
Coca / Pepsi (0.33 l)	0.94	0.58-2.57
Water (0.33 l)	0.37	0.23-1.17
Food	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
Milk (1 L)	1.36	0.93-2.34
White bread (500g)	1.12	0.70-1.87
Rice (white), (1kg)	1.58	0.93-3.04
Eggs (12)	2.46	1.40-4.20
Local cheese (1kg)	10.26	4.20-23.36
Chicken breast fillet (1kg)	7.05	2.80-11.68
Beef (1kg)	9.90	5.37-18.69
Apples (1kg)	1.84	0.93-2.80
Bananas (1kg)	1.49	0.93-2.34
Oranges (1kg)	1.60	0.82-2.80
Tomatoes (1kg)	1.22	0.70-2.10
Potatoes (1kg)	0.96	0.47 – 1.40
Onions (1kg)	0.82	0.47 – 1.40
Lettuce (1 head)	1.56	0.70-2.80
Water (1.5 l)	0.55	0.35-0.93
Bottle of wine (middle class)	14.60	8.18-25.69
Local beer (0.5 l)	3.76	1.64 – 7.01
Imported beer (0.33 l)	4.62	1.87-9.34

Average costs for local transport, utilities, clothing, leisure, education of Dubai (from 08/2019 – 07/2020)

Mode of Transport	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
One-time ticket	1.40	0.70-2.34
Monthly pass	70.07	42.04-88.76
Taxi base amount	2.80	1.28-2.92
Taxi 1 km	0.47	0.35-1.05
Ancillary housing costs	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
for 85 sqm apartment (electricity, water, garbage, etc.	145.59	93.43-233.58
1 minute prepaid mobile tariff	0.13	0.07-0.23
Internet (60 Mbps or more, unlimited data, cable / ADSL)	85.58	70.07-112.12
Clothes, shoes	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)	52.45	23.36-98.38
Summer dress (Zara, H&M,…	46.15	23.36-81.75
Nike sports shoes, middle class	83.48	46.72-116.79
Leather business shoes	85.28	46.72-163.50
leisure time	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
Fitness center, month / adult	69.80	35.04-116.79
Tennis, 1 hour on weekends	29.69	12.85-46.72
a movie ticket	10.51	8.18-14.01
training	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
Preschool / Kindergarten, private, whole day, monthly per child	485.97	2333.58-864.23
International primary school per year and child	9,368.65	5,839.40-14,014.55

Average rental prices / purchase and salaries of Dubai (from 08/2019 – 07/2020)

Monthly rental price	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
Apartment (1 bedroom) in the city center	1,314.93	934.30 – 1,868.61
Apartment (1 bedroom) outside the center	866.90	700.73-1,167.88
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in the city center	2,664.60	1,838.61-4,204.36
Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside the center	1,886.66	1,401.45-2,980.55
Purchase price of apartments	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
Price per square meter for an apartment in the city – purchase	3,006.01	2,262.77-4,671.52
Price per square meter – apartment outside the center – purchase	1,988.26	1,508.51-2,919.70
wages	Ø € Price	€ Price from / to
Average monthly salary (after taxes)	2,513.40	–

Living in Dubai – rules of survival in the Orient

So the goal is clear: it should be Dubai. The gigantic city in the Orient is not only a popular holiday destination, but also an ever-growing economic metropolis.

So if you want to emigrate there you don’t have to worry too much about getting a job. However, it is initially not easy for Western Europeans to find their way around the culture of the Orient. These tips can be helpful so that failure abroad is not preprogrammed.

1. Taking pictures

If you are out and about with your camera in Dubai, you shouldn’t snap wildly, even if it’s difficult with the numerous sights: Burj Khalifa, The Palm, Dubai Marina, Mall of the Emirates and and and. But no fear! The Dubai Must-Sees are of course allowed in front of the lens. However, photos of government buildings, property of the sheikh family, military installations and veiled women are prohibited. A detailed list of the Dubai sights that can be photographed can be found here.

2. Clothing

In Dubai, of course, a different dress code applies than in our regions. Here it says: women should avoid see-through fabrics, backless or shoulder-free tops, deep necklines and short skirts. Men should also not wear shorts or strapless shirts. The dress code is not mandatory, but you can be safe from staring if you dress appropriately. In shopping malls, if you show too much skin, you may even not be let in.

3. Language

Hindi and Arabic are most commonly heard on the streets of Dubai. However, you can also get on with English. Most Arabs speak good English so there is no need to learn any of the local languages.

4. Cost of Living

The groceries in the supermarket are about as expensive as in Germany. Those who go out to eat get away cheaper, and those who go to the market also buy. Toiletries, fruit and drinks are comparatively expensive. Telephoning and fuel are much cheaper than at home. You should also take into account that rents always have to be paid a year in advance.

Emigration and Living Dubai

Dubai is only for those who get a steady job through relationships or who have enough capital to invest. One should also live with the Islamic culture and be able to speak good English, better still Arabic. You can find an experience report HERE. Some advantages of the country: Immigrants quite satisfied, relatively safe from natural disasters, cost of living a little cheaper (LHK-I 95.2), tax advantage (KdS 0% Est).

GENERALITY

State of Asia, located in the Arabian Peninsula at the mouth of the Persian Gulf, overlooking what was once called, with clear reference to the activity carried out by the coastal populations, the Pirate Coast.The seven Emirates of Abu Dhabi arepart of the State , Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al Qaiwain, Ras al Khaimah and Fujayrah, also known in the past as the Truce States, in memory of the peace concluded in 1853 between Great Britain and the pirates of the area. Dedicated for centuries to sea raids, pearl fishing and nomadism, ruled by the Persians, Portuguese and English before the rise of the two tribal confederations Bani Yas and Qawassim (respectively ancestors of the rulers of four of the current domains), the United Arab Emirates United remained until the discovery of oil a fundamentally depressed region divided by conflicts between the various sheikhdoms. Within a few decades, the collapse of the pearl market (1930) and the beginning of the exploitation of black gold reserves (starting from the 1960s) changed the configuration of the country and its perspective, transforming it into one of the richest states in the world. Modernization and widespread well-being in the area are eloquently exemplified by the urban and architectural development of the city of Dubai, a candidate to quickly become the true nerve center of the Middle East for foreign investments, services and trade and whose urban symbols (from the tallest skyscrapers of the world, to artificial beaches to futuristic projects of cities under the sea) are now intrinsically connected with the imaginary of the entire country. However, economic growth and transformations have not found an equal response in the political and social sphere: the process of democratic reform has in fact only been started in recent times and the oligarchic power expressed by the emirs still informs most of the institutions, as well as the tradition still invests many of the costumes.

HUMAN GEOGRAPHY

Over the last few decades, the population of the Emirates has undergone a particular evolution: the country’s growth rate in the period 2002-2007 was 4.5%; according to localtimezone, the residents of the country amounted to over 4 million people, a surprising figure, if compared with that of less than twenty years earlier (179,000 residents in 1968). Between 2005 and 2017, the population increased from just over four million to almost 9.5 million. Between 2015 and 2020, the growth rate stood at 1.4%. This demographic increase is largely due to massive immigration from the Asian countries of the Middle East, attracted by the demand for manpower linked to mining activities and by the wave of well-being following the discovery and exploitation of oil fields in Abu Dhabi and Dubai: it is estimated that about 70% of the workforce is of foreign origin. This massive presence regulated during the nineties of the twentieth century also by legislative measures aimed at containing the phenomenon of illegal immigration, is also the cause of the disproportion between the sexes within the population: with two thirds of the residents of male gender, the UAE is the country in the world with the largest number of men. The ethnic composition of the United Arab Emirates is made up of This massive presence regulated during the nineties of the twentieth century also by legislative measures aimed at containing the phenomenon of illegal immigration, is also the cause of the disproportion between the sexes within the population: with two thirds of the residents of male gender, the UAE is the country in the world with the largest number of men. The ethnic composition of the United Arab Emirates is made up of This massive presence regulated during the nineties of the twentieth century also by legislative measures aimed at containing the phenomenon of illegal immigration, is also the cause of the disproportion between the sexes within the population: with two thirds of the residents of male gender, the UAE is the country in the world with the largest number of men. The ethnic composition of the United Arab Emirates is made up of Arabs for 15% and Asians for 75%. If the former are concentrated above all in the oases and are dedicated to agricultural activities, the latter populate urban centers and deal with commercial activities. The population density of the country 111.5 residents / km² has also increased by almost one and a half times compared to the latest surveys; urbanization is quite widespread and two thirds of the population is concentrated in cities. The rest of the population lives along the coasts, dedicated to activities related to fishing, while about 10% of the residents are nomads. The largest and most populous of the Emirates is that of Abu Dhabi, which extends from the border with Qatar to Oman and Dubai; it includes some villages of the fertile and well-populated oasis of Buraimi, however, claimed by Oman and Saudi Arabia. The demographic size of Dubai is also relevant, extending between the Pirate Coast and the Gulf of Oman, whose center is one of the most lively and populous in the country. The residents of the other emirates, who are more scarce in resources, instead seek accommodation in the coastal centers economically enlivened by oil and related traffic.