Tips for emigrating to Dubai

Emigrating to Dubai. Tips and recommendations

Are you thinking about emigrate to Dubai? Here you will find everything you need to take the first step in your immigration project, but above all, to know what you will need to make it happen. Remember that in Boom Studies we provide you with advice and support from day 0 of your trip, and even until the last day of your program.

1. Discover the opportunities and facilities of emigrating to Dubai.

The city is one of the most prosperous and important financial centers in the world, 80% of its population is foreign and English has become the everyday language in its streets. Emigrating to Dubai has become popular because of the benefits offered to foreigners, such as the ease of applying for a visa without the need to present financial solvency or the possibility of working while studying English, a bachelor's or master's degree. In addition to getting a qualified job after the completion of your course. Read about the advantages of studying and working in Dubai here.

2. Start studying and improving your English

English will define how easy it will be for you to adapt and grow in the city. Whether you have decided to immigrate to Dubai for an English course, a master's degree or a job, it is advisable to start studying English now. Although Dubai has an educational offer of English courses for people of all levels, our recommendation at Boom Studies, if you want to have a complete experience, where you have the possibility of working, is that you arrive at the destination with an intermediate level. 3. Learn about the possibilities of emigrating to Dubai. There are different ways to emigrate to Dubai, the simplest and most recommended is for study purposes. Normally, to study abroad you must prove that you have between USD $5,000 and $15,000 in your bank account, depending on the duration of the program and destination, in addition to the receipt of payment for your studies. To travel to Dubai for studies, only the investment of the study program, tickets and the first months of living expenses are required. 4. Find out about available programs Dubai has also become a hub for renowned educational institutions for English language learning and higher education studies. Hundreds of foreign students come to the city every month to study or improve their English, prepare for an English language certification exam or specialize in business English. Also, very famous are the higher education programs in Dubai to profile your career at an intentional level and make it a target for human talent hunters. Some of the most attractive are: Global banking Diploma in Business International Business Construction Management Diploma in Education and Training Digital Technologies Cloud Computing

5. Check the requirements and documents needed to travel

There are several nationalities that do not require a visa to travel to Dubai for a period of 90 days. In other words, you can study English for a period of 3 months without a visa. If this is the case, it is best to travel with your passport valid for an additional 6 months after the end of your course, invitation letter from the school, airline tickets and accommodation reservation. If, on the other hand, you wish to study for a period longer than 90 days, you must apply for an electronic visa prior to your trip. To process this document you will need your passport valid for an additional 6 months after the end of your course, a letter of invitation from the school, airline tickets and accommodation reservation. The process takes approximately 2 weeks and once you are in Dubai, you will need to apply for your residency for the full duration of your program.

6. Know the requirements to apply for your student visa in Dubai.

If your study program is longer than 90 days, you will need to apply for a study visa upon arrival in Dubai. The school where you will be studying will guide you through the process as well as our Boom Studies advisors. Required documents:

  1. Original passport.
  2. Entry permit stamped at the UAE airport.
  3. Scanned photo with white background passport size (4.3 cm x 5.5 cm).
  4. Health status examinations at a Dubai Health Authority (DHA) medical center.
  5. Medical insurance.

7. Find out how to search for your permanent accommodation in Dubai.

It is best to arrive in Dubai with a temporary accommodation and while there, check the available options of rooms and apartments with local tenants. Schools generally offer very affordable prices, with different types of services linked to the accommodation, such as gym and social areas. 

8. Prepare a curriculum vitae (Resume) in English to emigrate to Dubai.

Travel with two versions of your resume (curriculum vitae) in English: the first and most important, focused on your studies and work experience; and a general one, highlighting your customer service skills. Dubai has opportunities in different areas and industries, however, finding a qualified job requires a selection process and can take time. Therefore, a valuable recommendation when emigrating to Dubai is to opt for a second job search option in the area of tourism and customer service.

9. Learn the best tips to find a job

Although Dubai is a city with many opportunities in the job market, there are several recommendations to make your search a little faster and more effective. Here you can find some tips on how and where to look for a job in Dubai..

10. Focus on your studies to grow professionally.

Emigrating to Dubai is an easy process when you have the right information and advice. This will ensure that you not only reach your destination but also that your adaptation and progress in the country will be easier. Focusing on your studies will be essential for you to climb professionally in the labor market and improve your quality of life. Many people focus only on the work part and leave aside the path that can take them further and to a better salary: the study.

¿How to start my emigration process to Dubai?

At Boom Studies we can assist you with one of the fastest and easiest options to emigrate to Dubai, which is through a study program. We have agreements with the best educational institutions to offer you the most economical prices for English courses and partial scholarships for higher education programs.

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