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Real numbers and honest breakdowns of what it actually costs to live in Dubai. No surprises when you arrive.
We just rented a 3-bed apartment in Dubai. Here's every cost: 165,000 AED rent, 5% deposit, 5% broker fee, DEWA, Ejari, internet – the full breakdown to move-in day.
We just rented a 3-bed apartment in Dubai. Here's every cost: 165,000 AED rent, 5% deposit, 5% broker fee, DEWA, Ejari, internet – the full breakdown to move-in day.
Thinking about buying instead of renting? Here's the full process: fees, pre-approval, making offers, MOU, NOC, and getting your title deeds. Everything we learned exploring this option.
Honest cost breakdown for Dubai living in 2025. Real numbers for housing, schools, groceries, and lifestyle—plus sample budgets for singles and families.
After a year of living on Careem deliveries, we finally tested Dubai's meal kit scene. Here's our honest review of Spring – costs, portion sizes, quality, and whether it's worth it for a family of four.
We just bought our first car in Dubai – the Jetour T2. Here's our honest review after 1,400km, the full buying process, what it cost, and why insurance works completely differently here.
Is Dubai really tax-free? We sat down with financial planning expert Ulas Sadak (28 years experience, 14 in UAE) to debunk the myths, unpack UK tax obligations, and share essential planning advice for families relocating to Dubai.
We furnished our entire Dubai apartment in 72 hours. Here's the MTV Cribs-style tour with every item, where we bought it, and what it cost. Plus the unexpected £350 surprise.
My wife is setting up her business in Dubai. Here's a real quote from Virtuzone breaking down every cost: license fees, visa costs, timeline, and the ongoing expenses nobody tells you about.
A family of four typically needs AED 25,000-45,000 monthly (excluding rent). This covers groceries, utilities, transport, dining out, and activities. Housing adds AED 10,000-25,000 monthly depending on area.
Dubai can be similar to London overall. Rent and schooling are major costs, but you save significantly on tax (no income tax). Dining out and entertainment can be pricier, while groceries are comparable.
Housing is typically the biggest expense (40-50% of budget), followed by school fees if you have children. Together these can account for 60-70% of a family's expenses.
I'd love to help you navigate your Dubai relocation with confidence and clarity.