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BlueBear

Hi, I am a newbie and looking for suggestions on buying two cars for myself and my wife. Hopeful maximum outlay is circa AED 120,000 - 140,000 for both cars. What are the prices like? Can I get something chunky (Nissan Pathfinder/Honda CRV)and safe for my wife and a sedan (Toyota Aurion) for myself?...

BlueBear

Hi, Can I ask for a break down of average costs for a 1 bed flat in the Marina/Greens area? I need to get a feel for utilities, tv, phone,internet, dewa, and housing tax etc. I am slightly alarmed at posts elsewhere stating that the housing tax is 5% of your annual rent to be paid monthly...? I have...

BlueBear

Hi I am looking at using Voovit Door to Port shipping for say 5-10 boxes of personal items such as clothing. Everything will be mine and used so will I be charged a import/clearance tax at port in Dubai when i pick up?

BlueBear

Thanks Coops, I almost fell out my chair when i first read it as i thought it was another 5000 on top of the monthly rent. Anyway I have come to my senses now. The 400DHS is much more manageable!

Any other advice on general living expenses for accommodation?

BlueBear

Any suggestions on the best Beach Club/Resort to join and costs? Ideally looking for a big pool area and some tennis courts and of course a beach front.

BlueBear

Thanks, i just wondered if there was one that was better than the others.

I suppose I could visit each of them as a day visitor and see which one i liked best.

BlueBear

Yes, thats the full salary. It doesnt seem much when you take everything off. I suppose I didnt really haggle much but after year 1 i am hopeful of an increase. I suppose you could say i am coming over with only a few years experience in my profession and can not demand a large salary that say someo...

BlueBear

Hi, I arrive soon to start work. I have no residence or work permit in place and my employer has said this will be dealt with upon arrival. What can I say at immigration when i arrive in regards to my visa and permit status? I have a one way ticket, do i simply ask for a standard visit visa? I am wo...

BlueBear

Thank you very much for the responses, makes it one less thing to worry about.

BlueBear

I am pretty much set up to come over now, really just tying up things in Blighty such as house, car, utilities etc. I still don't have a tenant lined up to rent my house so thats the main worry now, I cant imagine paying rent in dubai and paying my UK mortgage too! I am hoping to see more of a reduc...

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Buying two cars for me a wife

Cost Breakdown for Rented Accommodation

Door to Port shipping to Dubai from UK

Recommended Beach Club/Resort??

What to say at Immigration?

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