Category Archive For "Expat Insurance"
How to Get a Driving License for Expats in Dubai
So you’re an expat who wants to drive in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). You currently have a valid driver’s license from your home country and even an international driving permit. But you’re unsure of how to get a UAE driving license. Luckily, the process isn’t that hard, and you can even do so from …
6 Months Waiting Period Clarified for Pre-Existing Health Conditions in the UAE
If you are an expatriate and new to Dubai, then here are two important points to be aware of when securing health insurance: It is mandatory to have health insurance during your stay in Dubai. Pre-existing health conditions are not covered during the initial six months when applying for the first time. Although there are …
Dubai ambulance: What expats need to know
Learning about a new city is always a blast. From finding out where to get the best local fare to where to find the best deals, discovering Dubai can certainly be a fun prospect. However, it’s important that we learn the basics of survival in the city too. Now, it might be odd to use …
How to Apply for a Police Clearance Certificate for Your UAE Visa
If you’re planning to move to the UAE for employment, it’s worth noting that you will need to obtain a police clearance certificate, also known as a good conduct certificate. While this certificate may not be mandatory for all types of visas, some embassies still recommend obtaining it to ensure a smooth and efficient visa application …
4 tips for renting your next home in Dubai
Are you looking for a larger space? Moving closer to your office or your kid’s school? Or is your landlord moving back to their own property? Whatever the reason you are now looking for a new home to rent in Dubai, it’s beneficial to know the market in order to find the right place at …
Pacific Prime’s complete relocation guide for French expats in Dubai
It’s been a long time coming, but after many requests from our French clients and communities, we have finally published our complete relocation guide for French expats in Dubai. The comprehensive guide has been put together with the needs of French expats in mind. However, expats from all backgrounds and walks of life will also …
4 places to fall in love with if you’re working remotely in Dubai
Let’s say you have just been offered a job based in London, UK, but you and your wife are fascinated by Dubai and have always wanted an opportunity to truly immerse in the glamorous young city. What do you do? If your new company supports remote working – as many companies do nowadays – then …
Understanding and coping with “revenge bedtime procrastination”
Do you wish your days were longer? If so, do you find yourself putting off going to bed to engage in activities you didn’t have time for during the day? Welcome to “revenge bedtime procrastination”. In other words, it’s one way of finding time for leisure and entertainment in our busy world – at the …
The expat’s guide to culture in Dubai
It’s no wonder why expats of all nationalities are attracted to Dubai. The city has got thriving job opportunities, an absence of income tax, high-tech infrastructure, a state-of-the-art health system, a vibrant social scene, and so much more. With expats constituting approximately 89% of the population and Emirates only 11%, Dubai might also just be …
What is the cost of living in Dubai for expats in 2022?
Whether you are considering moving to Dubai in search of work or relocating within your company, the country is a beautiful place to live in. From the breathtaking skylines to sun-kissed beaches, Dubai has it all. Are you wondering what the cost of living for expats in Dubai is? Well, we have good news – …
