IT Recruitment UAE | Relocation & Advice

Relocation & Recruitment Advice

Moving to the UAE is an extremely popular decision – and a dream for many. Many expatriates are seeking work here due to the region’s strong economic growth and continued development. However, due to high competition amongst job seekers, you will need the right skillset in order to obtain employment here.

AP Technical is here to support you in your quest for UAE employment. Our leading global recruitment agency is ideally placed to support you in finding available IT, digital media, telecoms, fintech and e-gaming vacancies. We are also on hand to support businesses with finding superior-quality candidates.

OVERVIEW

The UAE is an oil-rich country located in the Middle East. In December 1971, the UAE was made a federation of six emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain, and Fujairah. In 1972, the seventh emirate Ras Al Khaimah was added to the federation.

Although Arabic is the official language of the region, English is widely spoken. It offers an excellent quality-of-life, superb international schools, a highly developed infrastructure and modern medical facilities.

The UAE is also an e-commerce hub. According to a recent report, the e-commerce market was valued at $5 billion in 2021, and this number is expected to continue its rapid rise as a growing number of consumers shift to online shopping. This suggests that there are plenty of e-commerce-related employment opportunities in many cities in the UAE.

Why choose the UAE?

The high employment rate has drawn a diverse range of workers to the region. The country’s strategic global positioning is ideal for people from across the globe, and the UAE government AE is open to skilled professionals from across the globe. Hundreds of nationalities and cultures are represented in the UAE’s diverse workforce.

The UAE is an incredibly popular location for employment due to the attractive salaries in place. Investment opportunities are exempt from taxes, while you will also be able to save yourself from having to pay taxes.

In large cities, the majority of people speak English. Therefore, you won’t need to be concerned about experiencing any language obstacles. However, there are many benefits to acquiring the Arabic language and further increasing your employment prospects.

Requirements to set up a company in the UAE

An initial amount of shares capital AED 1,000 is required. In DMCC, the minimum share capital required for forming a free zone corporation is AED 50,000 for the company and AED 10,000 for each shareholder. If setting up a business in a free zone, you will need to determine the type of legal entity you wish to establish, select a trade name and apply for a business license. You will also need to obtain pre-approvals, register your business and get your license.

Requirements for employees wishing to relocate

In order to relocate to the UAE for employment purposes, you will need to obtain a UAE work visa. Many professional consultancy organizations assist individuals in completing the process. This helps to clarify processes and allows anyone eligible to obtain a visa and begin working in the UAE.

Important factors to consider:

You will need a legal contract of employment
It is helpful to have a sponsor from the UAE
You will need an entry permit to be admitted to the UAE
Upon arrival in the country, you must complete several formalities, including a health exam
Once your employment is approved, you will be granted a work visa and residence permit.
You will require a local bank account.