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Jobs in the Gulf

Work in the UAE from Kenya.

Security, hospitality, retail and driving roles in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with the salary and every cost stated up front.

Currency
UAE dirham (AED)
Main cities
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah
Language at work
English in most workplaces; Arabic is the official language
Income tax on salaries
None

Why work in UAE

  • Tax-free salaries

    The UAE does not tax employment income.

  • Large service economy

    Hotels, malls, airports and facilities companies hire throughout the year.

  • English at work

    Most workplaces use English, which suits Kenyan workers.

  • Room to grow

    Supervisor and team-lead roles open up for people with a good record.

Open jobs in UAE

No open jobs in UAE right now. Register your CV and we will message you when one opens.

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Know before you go

  • Salaries are paid monthly in local currency, and many contracts include accommodation, transport or meals. Check your job page for exactly what is included.
  • Summers are very hot. Employers in outdoor roles set working hours around the heat.
  • Respect local laws and customs, including dress codes in public places and rules during Ramadan. We cover this in your pre-departure briefing.
  • Keep your passport yourself unless the law requires otherwise. [Confirm current rules per country.]

Get these ready

  • Passport valid for at least two years
  • Certificate of good conduct from the DCI
  • CV of two pages at most, with reference letters
  • Certificates for your trade or profession
  • Medical at a clinic approved for the UAE [clinic list to be confirmed]
Where to get each document

Questions about UAE

We don’t recommend it. Our jobs are offered with a work visa arranged before you travel.

Not for most roles we recruit for. Each job lists the language it needs.

No. For employer-paid roles we charge you nothing.