Is 15000 AED per month a decent package to accept?

Last activity 03 June 2015 by cheme

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Seeker89Member03 June 2015 04:48:42

Hello everyone,

I have been approached for jobs from Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The package that they've been offering ranges between 14-15 K AED per month. While browsing through the internet, I have learnt that the rents are quite high and I can not decide whether to accept the package offered or not.

Can you please help me with some information about basic expenditure for accomodation, food etc?

I will be living alone to a one bedroom/ studio would be good. But I would how much would a two bdroom apartment cost? I don't mind spending 45 mins travelling one way to work! Also, how is the transportation system? Or is it better to lease a car?

Is this salary package enough for a decent life with some savings as well?

ChristineViP03 June 2015 10:23:33

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Hi Seeker89,

Welcome to Expat.com!

To have an idea, i would invite you to view other topics about the cost of living in Abu Dhabi forum.

chemeNew member03 June 2015 14:50:09

Hi and welcome to the forum! It really depends on the type of lifestyle you are used to in your current location. 15,000 is a bit of money but like you said good housing is expensive. Are you being offered any allowances?

Seeker89Member03 June 2015 14:55:42

No additional allowances. Flat 15000 AED pm. So this means I would have to take care of accomodation, transport, etc on my own.

chemeNew member03 June 2015 15:11:15

What are you making now? Only you can decide the opportunity cost of moving down there from your present location. Also, it is much easier to get a job in the UAE when you are located there, so consider the opportunities that are ahead of you once you are physically located in the UAE.

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