Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Abu Dhabi, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Entry Visa
Immigration rules are the same throughout the UAE, but visa regulations and costs are subject to frequent change and should always be checked at the nearest UAE Embassy before travelling.... read more
Health Insurance
Previously the residency application proves involved obtaining a health card that entitled expats to use government hospital facilities. However, it is now compulsory for employers to... read more
Residence Visa
There are two types of residence visa – when you are sponsored for employment, and when a family member sponsors you for residency only. As stated, the first step to gaining a residence... read more
Labour Card
To work in the UAE you are legally required to have a valid labour card. The labour card can only be applied for once you have residency, but for employees on company sponsorship the... read more
ID Card
The Emirates Identity Authority (EIDA) has been given the responsibility of initiating a system in which all residents, nationals or not, must be in possession of a UAE ID card. The... read more
Free Zones
Free Trade Zones (FTZs) have been set up in Abu Dhabi to attract more investment from foreign companies. An independent Free Zone Authority governs each zone, and the major advantages for... read more
