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.
Roles we recruit for in UAE
Open jobs in UAE
No open jobs in UAE right now. Register your CV and we will message you when one opens.
Register your CVKnow 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]
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.