MOVING TO DUBAI 2026: A Step-by-Step Relocation and Job Search Guide.
Hello, friends! In this video, Yuri Titov and his partner, Artem Makarov, decided to explore one of the hottest topics of 2026 – moving and living in Dubai. We'll share our personal experience of relocating from scratch, learn from our mistakes, and provide a step-by-step checklist for those planning a move to the UAE right now.
In this episode:
How to get from the airport and why an international driver's license is a must-have.
Car rental vs. taxi vs. metro: how to avoid going broke on transportation.
Where to live? An analysis of neighborhoods (Marina, JLT, Business Bay) and the secrets of short-term rentals.
Job search and starting a business: from a CV to a freelance license.
Most important: how to get an Emirates ID and why you can't wait.
The real cost of living: how much money is needed for an individual, a couple, and a family with children.
If you're thinking about moving, want to open a business in the UAE, or are looking for a job in real estate, this video is for you.
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00:00 — Introduction. Why are people still moving to Dubai in 2026?
01:30 — First steps at the airport (DXB, Abu Dhabi). Pitfalls for newcomers.
03:40 — Car rental: international driving licenses and why it's difficult to live without a car in Dubai.
06:10 — Life hacks for taxis and public transportation (Metro, Nol Card).
11:50 — Secrets of car rental: mileage limits, gas, and fines.
14:30 — Where to live? Why April-May is the best time to move.
18:00 — Driving in the UAE: roundabouts and toll roads (Salik).
22:00 — How to find short-term housing (Holiday Homes) without losing your deposit.
27:50 — Neighborhood analysis: Marina, Downtown, Business Bay. Where to move first?
30:40 — Job search: how to write a CV and why networking is important.
36:10 — Starting a business in Dubai: free zones, licenses, and bank accounts. 40:40 — Real Estate Brokerage: Opportunities and Infrastructure.
42:30 — Emirates ID: Why You Need It and How to Get It (Investor Visas, Golden Visas).
49:15 — Taxes in the UAE: VAT and Corporate Tax for Freelancers.
51:50 — The Real Cost of Living: A Detailed Monthly Budget Calculation.
55:30 — Moving with Pets and the Cost of Services (Cleaning, Car Wash).
58:50 — Top Tip: A Month-Like Life in Dubai Test Drive.
01:02:00 — Conclusion. Survival of the Fittest: About Competition and the "Adult Position."