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water slides that send riders hurtling up to lifestyle might favour the lifestyle of Bahrain forums out there, where you can find a wealth
50mph and ski slopes in the desert. The city or Qatar. of on the ground information that will ensure
seems to know no end to its ambition, nor If you’re a horse racing fan, drawing that you ‘hit the sand’ running when you
does it have any inhibitions. With more spectators and riders from the international arrive in the UAE. “The Dubai Explorer”,
ostentatious projects just finished, such as the world and graced by the presence of the ruler issued by Explorer is also a great book, which
Dubai Mall (the world’s largest mall) last of Dubai, the Dubai World Cup provides advice on everything you need to
November, this is a shopaholics paradise. (www.dubaiworldcup.com) is the world's know about moving to Dubai, from Visas and
In regions where there are a high richest horse race with stakes running into the working regulations, to shopping and taxis.
proportion of expatriates, look out for millions.
voluntary associations formed to assist new The government does operate a higher
and existing non nationals to settle. These degree of censorship on things like film and
groups are often active in organising social access to websites, however. This may take
To do list
events and will provide support services in some adjusting to for those Brits used to the
Sort out Visa and Passport
response to local needs. ‘idiosyncrasies’ of British TV. Some,
Check passports have at least 2 years
For those expats who have escaped the nevertheless, may find a return to more
remaining
financial challenges of the current climate, family-friendly entertainment refreshing.
Foreign & Commonwealth Office
many choose to become members of hotel or
private beach clubs where there are a Conclusion
www.fco.gov.uk
Directgov
multitude of facilities to enjoy during the day. The prospect of moving to another country
www.direct.gov.uk
By night, offering an abundance of exquisite may seem daunting, but can be highly
restaurants and chic clubs, Dubai’s social rewarding given proper research and planning.
Understand shipping costs
scene plays host to a myriad of tastes. Timeout Taking professional advice on as many topics
and obtain quotes
Dubai (timeoutdubai.com) offers a great as possible as well as talking to those who
Shipping International
insight into Dubai’s best restaurants, nightlife, already live, or have lived, in the UAE will give
www.united-arab-emirates.shipping-
films, things to do and places to see. Those in you the greatest chance of success. There are a
international.com
search of a quieter, more family focused vast number of expat blogs, websites and
UAE Interact
www.uaeinteract.com
Ask your bank for credit references
Switch to online banking & statements
Credit cards & unpaid debts
receive full closing statements
Cancel direct debits and standing orders
(utilities & service providers)
Inform official organisations
DVLA, NI Service, Inland Revenue
Open an offshore account
Halifax International
www.halifax-international.com
Obtain handover files from your dentist
& doctor
Obtain temporary accommodation
Dubai Property
www.dubaipropertygroup.com
Identify and register children in school
BSME: British Schools in the Middle East
Welcome to DubaiKidz.Biz
Organise transfer of family pets
Airpets
www.airpets.com
Passport for Pets
www.passportforpets.co.uk
Talk to other expats
Dubai Forum
www.dubaiforums.com
Get a Skype account for cheap and easy
internet telephony communications
www.skype.com
www.mortgageintroducer.com June 2009 Mortgage Introducer
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