The United Arab Emirates has become the most popular destination for job seekers in Pakistan, and it is easy to see why. Its economy is blooming. Several multinational companies are actively investing in the UAE market for world-class projects. UAE-based companies have been scaling like never before. All this leads to higher labor demand.
To balance this demand and supply chain, the country hires numerous expats around the globe, including Pakistan. If you are a matric-passing Pakistani, a fresh graduate, or an experienced professional looking for a better opportunity, working in the UAE can meet your expectations.
Current Jobs Market Trends:
Before moving to the UAE, you must be aware of current job market trends. As we all know, the main source of revenue for the UAE economy is Petroleum—this means engineers and mechanics will always find a vacancy there. Now, the country is moving towards tourism, hospitality, and tech fields, leaving the demand for various job positions. Although the competition is high, specific job targeting and relevant qualifications can increase your chances of getting hired.
New Jobs in UAE for Pakistani expats:
In-demand skills in the UAE:
Prepare your CV and Cover letter:
Design a professional CV perfectly aligned with the job requirements. Don’t create a general CV and paste it into every job application. Your CV will be discarded immediately from the list if you do so. Focus on designing a simple and accurate CV, don’t add fake information. It can cause issues in the future.
Each job posting has a specific cover letter, in which you tell recruiters how you are the perfect candidate for that job. The effective way to write a cover letter is to address the company’s pain points at the beginning, prove to them how you can solve them, what will be your approach, and the expertise you will use in this task. Be concise and professional while writing it.
Tips for finding job openings:
Networking:
Network with employees in this country. 1.8 million Pakistanis work there, and their referrals can benefit your hiring.
Visit the company's sites:
Visit top company sites like Emirates, Emaar, and Dubai Islamic Bank—there are many—to see if there is any job opening relevant to your experience.
Do you want to know the easiest tip?
Bookmark our site, Jobzs4u, where we post legit and updated jobs in various fields on a daily basis. You won’t need to dig for other sources and exhaust yourself. We are helping numerous Pakistani expats find their dream jobs, and you can be the next one.
Benefits of working in the UAE:
1. Higher salaries:
You can earn way more than back In Pakistan. Even an illiterate person can earn up to 100,000 PKR (minimum) in UAE, that is considered a dream salary in Pakistan.
2. Tax-free income:
Unlike other countries, your salary is not subject to income tax deduction in the UAE. Therefore, you can bring a large portion of your salary back home. Just imagine what you can do with your extra savings.
3. Better job opportunities:
The presence of multinational companies and the country’s continuous economic development create numerous job openings. From construction and hospitality to engineering and IT, it has you covered.
4. Large Pakistani community:
According to the Pakistan Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment, more than 200,000 Pakistanis move to the UAE for employment every year. Currently, 1.5 million Pakistanis are employed in the emirates. So, working in that place would never make you miss home.
In addition, the low crime rate and strict laws make the UAE one of the safest countries to work in. You network with people from different cultural backgrounds and if you wish to work in any other country, your employment in the UAE will prove to be a strong support
Application Process and Visa Requirements:
Large companies, especially international ones, offer sponsored work visas for Expats. The UAE government gives these companies authority to make such offers, and the government helps them bring selected professionals to the UAE.
The company is responsible for visa processing and application. However, if the company does not make such an offer, it would be challenging for you to complete all the immigration procedures on your own.