Explore Dubai

Cost of living, visa options, safety and internet for women working remotely in Dubai, UAE.

Dubai at a glance

  • Country: UAE
  • Typical monthly budget: $3,500
  • Safety score: 84
  • Average internet speed: 323 Mbps
  • Café meal: $20
  • English proficiency: Moderate
  • Time zone: Asia/Dubai
  • Air quality index: 125
  • Months to avoid: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep — Brutal summer heat — regularly 45°C+ with stifling humidity.
  • Good for: City Life, Luxury, High Tech

Visa options for Dubai

Monthly accommodation prices in Dubai by neighbourhood

  • Dubai Marina: 1-bed $4,356/mo, co-living $1,310/mo, guest house $1,770/mo, hotel $1,560/mo, hostel $480/mo, house/villa $5,000/mo
  • Business Bay: 1-bed $2,440/mo, co-living $1,310/mo, guest house $1,770/mo, hotel $1,560/mo, hostel $480/mo, house/villa $5,000/mo
  • JLT: 1-bed $3,934/mo, co-living $1,310/mo, guest house $1,770/mo, hotel $1,560/mo, hostel $480/mo, house/villa $5,000/mo

Food and coffee prices in Dubai

  • Local meal: $12.32
  • Mid-range meal: $40.84
  • Artisan coffee: $5.45
  • Oat milk latte: $8.17
  • Smoothie bowl: $17.72
  • Fresh juice: $3.50
  • Local beer: $10.08
  • Water (0.75 L): $0.44

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