Moving to United Arab Emirates
Career-led relocation, international connectivity and a low personal-tax environment.
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At a glance
The UAE draws internationally mobile professionals and business owners with fast residency routes, strong infrastructure and no personal income tax. Family life centres on well-established international schools and predominantly private healthcare.
- Typical monthly cost
- £2,800 – £4,500
- Residency
- Employment, Golden Visa, freelance
- Healthcare
- Mandatory private insurance; high-quality private care
- Schools
- Wide international sector
- Tax
- 0% personal income tax; 9% corporate above thresholds
- Language
- Arabic official; English widely spoken
Essential guidance for United Arab Emirates
Moving to Dubai: the complete guide
The end-to-end sequence of a Dubai move — visa sponsorship, Emirates ID, housing, schools, healthcare and setting up your finances.
Choosing a school in Dubai
How the Dubai school system works, how to compare curricula (British, American, IB) and what to expect from admissions and fees.
Leaving the UK: your tax departure checklist
The practical steps to take before and after leaving the UK — statutory residence, P85, split-year and how to handle property and pensions.
Guidance by category
Moving, money, housing, healthcare and more. Only published guides appear.
Money & tax
Explore all →Tax residency, banking, pensions and cross-border finance.
Work & business
Explore all →Employment, remote working and starting a business.
Guidance coming soon.
