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RESIDENTS GUIDE 
Whether you are new to the country, thinking of moving or a long term expat, the Gulf News residents’ guide will help unravel the red tape of the UAE with ‘how to’ guides on visas, schools, cars and much more.

UAEssentials

Buying property in the country

Expatriates can purchase an apartment, villa or a plot of land in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and get a three-year residency permit.

Dubai issues list of freehold locations

Visas in the UAE

In depth: Breathe in the green

Residents guide
All you need to know about credit card applications in the UAE
 
Residents guide
Click here for a list of essential telephone numbers in UAE

Family life

Guardianship of children

How to sponsor teenagers

Tips to save money

Parks in the UAE

Sponsoring your parents

Treatment for infertility

Settling family disputes

Planning to get married

Keeping food safe to eat

Sponsoring a relative

Visa for a stepchild

When expats tie the knot

Having a baby in UAE

Getting started

UAE factfile

Dubai guide for tourists

Buying property in the UAE

UAE phone numbers

Freehold locations

Types of visas in the UAE

UAE entry visas

Credit card applications

Shipping your precious goods

Getting a phone connection

Bringing in domestic help

Securing a visa to enter UAE

Getting your vehicle insured

Buying a parking permit

Schooling in the UAE

Check out visa criteria for visit

Enjoy easy accessibility

Opening a bank account

How to learn Arabic

Bringing in a pet

Legal issues

Taking vehicles home

Making a will

Resolving rent disputes

Things to note before changing jobs

When you bring in medicines

Traffic fines guide

Avoid bringing in banned items

Road law makes a good point

Before filing a court case

File medical complaint with the right authority

Check your loan status before selling vehicle

Squabbling for a divorce

Bailing out an accused

Blood money rules

Inheritance laws

Justice when wronged

Fighting traffickers

Sponsorship a must

A guide to staying put

Banned drugs list

UAE cyber crimes law

UAE society

Essential numbers: Abu Dhabi

Essential numbers: Dubai

Essential numbers: Sharjah

Essential numbers: RAK

Essential numbers: Ajman

Essential numbers: Fujairah

Essential numbers: UAQ

UAE phone numbers

Bowling centres grow in popularity

Securing homes

Injury compensation

How to handle the dead

Visiting on holiday

Guide to Sharia law

Horseracing guide in the UAE

Islam and Eid Al Fitr

Alcohol licences

Christmas in the UAE

Driving in the desert

Performing Umrah

Leisure facilities

Access to healthcare

Special needs children

UAE Golf Course map

Churches and temples in the UAE

Higher education on Dubai campus

Volunteering to help others

Steps before buying a car

Workers barred from areas housing families

Don't just leave your vehicle unattended

It's so easy to swing your tennis racket

Getting started with the long innings

UAE age limit laws

Visiting the UAE now a simple affair

Getting parking cards

Fishing at your pleasure

How to prevent a car breakdown

Keep the ACs clean to keep your home cool

Think of your vacation when adopting pets

Mind your language, behaviour in UAE

Pick your sport

How Salik works

Working life

Sponsorship transfer

Rules on transferring sponsorship

Job-seekers be on guard

Working after retirement

Housewives getting jobs

When you lose your passport

Obtaining a work permit

Exam a must for doctors

Map of Dubai consulates

Work with no strings

No objection certificate

Settling labour issues

Becoming a nurse in UAE

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