Will I be able to find a job in Abu Dhabi?

"I.T., engineering, education, nursing, and the big cheese: petroleum company execs. If you aren't in one of these occupations, you can pretty much stay at home. There are a few sideline occupations that do well here like media and advertising, but by and large, it's limited in those fields," explained one expat living in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

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"Foreigners often have jobs in Abu Dhabi in a variety of industries, such as hospitality, finance, engineering, construction, education, healthcare, and technology. Many foreigners also work in the oil and gas industry, as well as in retail and tourism. Additionally, there are many opportunities for foreign professionals to work in the media, marketing, and advertising sectors," said another expat in Abu Dhabi, the UAE.