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Single mother with daughter moving to Dubai

Last activity 23 August 2024 by heyes68

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spindio

Any help  or advice is greatly appreciated

I am thinking about a move to Dubai with my 11yr old daughter

I know Dubai is safe and can be expensive

Im looking ofr genuine advice on :


Full-time employment

Schooling

A safe place to live


Many thanks

furnituremovers7

@spindio welcome to dubai, all the places of dubai are safe and secure, you can stay everywhere, but depend on your bughet,

spindio

Thank you for your response

Computer Teacher

@spindio - First things first, you may need to get written permission from your daughter's father saying that he is happy for her to move here.  Then you will need to find a good job that will provide you with a housing allowance and schooling for your daughter.  Housing is expensive here and a one-bedroom in Dubai can cost you between 600 to 800 GBP per month.  There are only private schools here for expats and this will set you back around 10'000GBP per year.  These considerations are important but if you have the finances available it will be the best decision you have ever made.  My children are so happy here, as am I.  It is so safe and everyone kindy considers children here.

spindio

Thank you - thats  helpful


not sure how i get  a letter of permission from a deceased person though

Wonderdesertman

@spindio Hi lady, try and live out of Dubai. It's much cheaper.

I lived in Al Ain and it was one of the best places to raise a child.

You can also look in Dubizzle for cheaper accommodation.

There are many rental properties to search.

Regards from London.

Bernard

heyes68

Dubai is great for expats. Job-wise, there are many opportunities, especially in finance and tech. Schools are excellent but pricey. For safety, try areas like Arabian Ranches or Dubai Marina. Cost of living is high, so make sure your job covers it.

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