Moving to
United Arab Emirates
The real numbers for United Arab Emirates — what you'd take home after tax, what living in Dubai actually costs, and how expats and nomads get a visa.
Take-home pay
On a $60,000 gross salary, an employee in United Arab Emirates keeps about:
No personal income tax on employment income for individuals.
Cost of living · Dubai
Visa
Remote-work visa (1 year) needs ~$3,500/mo proven income + health insurance.
Typical income requirement: $3,500/month.
Get paid in your home currency, spend in AED, skip the ~3% bank markup.
Nomad-friendly cover that works from day one — most visas require it.
Moving to United Arab Emirates — FAQ
Is there income tax in United Arab Emirates?
United Arab Emirates charges no personal income tax on employment income. No personal income tax on employment income for individuals.
Can digital nomads get a visa for United Arab Emirates?
Yes — Remote-work visa (1 year) needs ~$3,500/mo proven income + health insurance.
How much does it cost to live in Dubai?
A single person needs roughly $2,900/month in Dubai, and a family around $6,800/month, all-in.