Few tips on my arrival

Last activity 04 November 2012 by Sandman6

1261 Views

5 replies

Post new topic

VinZeContributor04 November 2012 08:04:41

112

Hello,
My name is Vincent, french expatriate in Mauritius, and I will arrive in Dubai for interviews (and perhaps a future expatriation on site) on December 1st.

I wish I have some small practical information before my arrival, could you enlighten me?

- My fiancee, a Mauritian citizen, lives already in place. Can I stay with her despite the fact that we are not married yet?

- After 30 days, is there a way to extend a tourist visa if waiting for the start of my contract? I read that it was possible to renew the visa for 30 days. And after?

In advance thank you for the time you take to find out.

ShafqatActive member04 November 2012 08:19:14

It's not legal but still you can live with her by making sure that real estate agent doesnt have any problem.

There are thousand people who are living together in a discreet manner even though if they are not married.

Yes you can renew your visa depending on the category of your visa some are for 15 days, some are for 1 month and some are for 2 months. I guess on your arrival you can check with Immigration.

VinZeContributor04 November 2012 09:28:21

112

Thanks Shafqat.
Should I provide a home address to immigration on arrival?

ShafqatActive member04 November 2012 12:19:10

No i don't think so it would be needed i guess the most they will ask for your or any relative/ friend mobile number

VinZeContributor04 November 2012 12:47:49

112

Ok thanks !

Sandman6ViP04 November 2012 16:01:07

1863

VinZe wrote:
- My fiancee, a Mauritian citizen, lives already in place. Can I stay with her despite the fact that we are not married yet?

You can do whatever you like, just don't get caught in public. Thousands of people here cohabit.

- After 30 days, is there a way to extend a tourist visa if waiting for the start of my contract? I read that it was possible to renew the visa for 30 days. And after?

On a French passport you can just keep doing visa runs in and out to Oman or Qatar.

Articles to help you in your expat project in Dubai

Accommodation in Dubai
One of the first things you will need to settle when relocating to Dubai is accommodation. If you are relocating ...
Finding a job in Dubai
Home to 9 million expats, the UAE is a very popular relocation destination. If you are employed by a company in ...
Study in Dubai
Are you looking forward to studying in the United Arab Emirates? Dubai is a perfect choice, and the article below ...
Buying property in Dubai
Dubai is like a drug; from the minute you step into the city as a tourist, the love affair starts. Within a short ...
Relocating to the UAE
Relocating to another country, especially to somewhere like the UAE, involves a lot of preparation. However, with ...
Discover Dubai
The UAE is a country with over 9 million expats — and this alone says a lot. Dubai is the country's most ...
The work culture in Dubai
Dubai has become a second home for many nationalities from around the globe, which makes the work environment even ...
Customs in Dubai
If you are relocating to Dubai, you might be bringing some items in your luggage in addition to what you're ...