Relocating is a big decision. And a decision that should be made after careful consideration and research into what the location will have in store for you.
GDP for the region is comparable to any wealthy Western nation, possibly even better. Combined with a tax-free earning environment and a high standard of living, the region is especially attractive place for expatriates.
One of the main advantages of the region is that there is no income tax. None! Your salary is your salary. You don’t have to give up any of it. Salaries vary by employer, but are usually comparable with the UK. Plus you don’t have to pay tax.
The Middle East is hot all year round and so all public buildings tend to be well air-conditioned, and both men and women are expected to dress conservatively for most types of work.
Despite the political unrest and conflict that has plagued regions of the Middle East for a number of decades, in general the Gulf States are progressive and provide safe and family-friendly places to work.
The Middle East is built on a legacy of civilizations dating back to ancient times. Science, the arts, written language, mathematics, a legal system, and other hallmarks of civilization flourished in ancient Sumer, Persia, Egypt, and other parts of the Middle East, leaving a lasting influence on the later cultures of Greece and Rome. Today, the Middle East continues to offer the world a rich cultural contribution, as home to three major world religions, a vibrant entertainment industry, a fascinating tradition of folkloric music and dance, and a growing economic power base.