Getting My UAE Labour Card
Note: UAE Labour cards (pataca) have already been scrapped/phased out. They have been replaced and unified with the Emirates ID already. I received my UAE labour card the other day. It was given to me by …
Work
Everything related to work. I share my highs and lows as I discuss and sometimes rant about my job or finding employment in Dubai.
Dubai to Kish Island Exit Experience
UPDATE: Please check with travel agencies first if you are thinking about going for your Exit. As per UAE visa updates, there are now more options for residents who wish to convert their tourist visa …
2nd Medical Checkup in Al Quoz
I just had my second medical checkup in Al Quoz Dubai Health Authority office. My employer screwed up the first one and now I had to go to the medical office again for another round …
Claiming my Emirates National ID
I received a text message from the Emirates Post the other day saying that I could get my Emirates ID at the Dubai Central Post office in Karama. I’ve been waiting for this text message …
Important Dubai Telephone Numbers
Take note of these important telephone numbers in Dubai. These will come in handy when you need to talk about the authorities regarding labor concerns and transportation questions among other things. This will help overseas …
Applying for an Emirates ID in Dubai
My employer told me the other day that I should apply for an Emirates ID. I finished my Medical Examination in Al Quoz the week before and I could’ve also applied for an Emirates ID …
From The Dubai Mall to Deira City Center
I have been transferred to the shop in Deira City Center after having been in the outlet in The Dubai Mall for almost 3 months. This transfer was brought about by the DCC staff resigning …
Scheduled for a Medical Exam
The other day, my boss told me that I needed to get my medical certificate. I was given a piece of paper with some attached documents. The paper contained an online receipt of the payment …
Thanks For My Job Service
It was my third week in Dubai and I still couldn’t find any good job leads. So I checked this website out called ThanksforMyJob. ThanksForMyJob.com will email your resume to thousands of prospect employers in …
One Day Off in a Workweek
So I’ve started working as a Retail Sales representative for a shop that sells healthy, active lifestyle products. I’m inside the shop 10 hours a day and tend to various types of clients. This gig …