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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Bank Accounts
There is no shortage of internationally recognised banks in Abu Dhabi, all offering a full range of standard services. It is always easy to access your money; ATMs are available at most... read more
Financial Planning
Many expats are traditionally attracted to the UAE for the tax-free salary and the opportunity to put a little something away for the future. There are so many options for saving that you... read more
Offshore Accounts
Most people hoping to live and work in the UAE will be looking for cost-effective ways to manage their finances, and finding good banking solutions is likely to be part and parcel of a... read more
Taxation
Abu Dhabi levies no personal income tax or withholding taxes of any sort, and has no sales tax, capital gains tax, or death duties, but there are periodic discussions on introducing VAT... read more
Legal Issues
The UAE is a federation of seven emirates and is a civil law jurisdiction. The country’s constitution permits each emirate to have its own legislative body and judicial authority. There... read more
Crime
Abu Dhabi is known for having a low crime rate – in fact for many expats it is still one of the main benefits of living here. It would be naive to think that there was no crime, as there... read more
