Jake BorlandCo-Founder
Step-by-step Dubai living guide: ID, Ejari, DEWA, Nol, transport, healthcare, schools & etiquette—plus real scripts. Updated for 2025.
Ask HR for your insurance policy number, network list, and how to add dependents.
Save your digital insurance card and Emirates ID on your phone for clinic check-in.
DubaiNow: pay bills, renew vehicle reg, check housing and health services in one app.
UAE PASS: your login and digital signature for most services. Google Play
UAE Government Portal
Cross-check rent with the DLD calculator before negotiating. It’s the fastest way to know what’s legal. Dubai Land Department
Time your drive around Salik variable pricing to cut tolls (free overnight window at most gates). salik.ae
Load a Nol and use S’hail to combine Metro + taxi efficiently, especially for airport transfers. rta.ae
Keep documents in UAE PASS/DubaiNow—landlords, clinics, and government counters accept digital documents signed in-app. UAE Government Portal
Google Play
At the real-estate viewing: “Could we confirm the annual rent, number of cheques, and the maintenance responsibilities in the contract?”
At the RTA service centre: “I’d like to top up my Nol card and check today’s Metro timings for the Red Line, please.” rta.ae
With HR (insurance): “Could you please share my policy details and the process to add my spouse?”
With a neighbour: “Hi, I’m new to the building. Is there a WhatsApp group for residents?”
General English (Dubai & RAK): real-life scenarios—DEWA calls, taxi bookings, landlord chats, clinic visits.
Business English: polite emails, meeting language, negotiation culture tailored to the UAE workweek.
IELTS Preparation: UAE-relevant topics (transport, sustainability, tourism) with feedback on speaking & writing.
Corporate Training: relocation-friendly onboarding—English + UAE workplace etiquette for teams.
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Jake Borland
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