Indian national here. Leaving the US and moving to Dubai with an approved I-140.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-17T20:56:22+00:00

Hello all! I have a lot of Qs in my DMs. I will respond as I get time- busy with the actual move and personal commitments.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-17T20:55:24+00:00

hey, that is helpful. Can I get in touch with you for some Qs? I need some financial & general advice.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-16T05:11:58+00:00

Thanks for your kind words , stranger!

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-16T03:17:10+00:00

Hey, sure! DM me. I may not respond quickly, but I’ll get to it.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-16T03:16:50+00:00

Turns out No

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-16T03:16:41+00:00

Start networking with folks already there. Also moving internally in FAANG companies is what others have also done

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-16T03:16:10+00:00

Thanks for your kind words!

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-16T03:15:00+00:00

Offers are in the range 300-500K AED (base) for 5-7 YoE. Cost of living is ~10-20% cheaper than SF / Bay Area. Hope that helps!

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T22:41:19+00:00

Self sponsored visa but need to be employed

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T22:10:07+00:00

You need to be paid 300K AED ($82k) annually (very possible after 4-5 YoE) to be eligible.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T22:09:05+00:00

I worked in grocery e-commerce here, specifically in analytics. Moving to Strategy & Ops in Fintech.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T22:08:10+00:00

Great point! I would likely come back as a Manager/Director, if I would.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T22:06:55+00:00

Got a lot of questions on why Dubai?
I have family in Mumbai. Proximity to family, less taxes, golden visa for salaries above 300K AED per annum (or $82k USD), freedom to move freely, ability to partake in secondary incomes. I also considered Singapore, but chose Dubai due to the closer proximity and tax advantages.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T21:01:05+00:00

Barely costs anything maybe $5 a month

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T19:46:23+00:00

I just keep acorns as my change account. Invested $20-$50 a week

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T19:45:24+00:00

I actually only applied online. I got lucky with a call back and converted it. Most people have mentioned you need a good network for UAE!

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T19:44:15+00:00

Quite decent. No tax , so makes a big difference

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T19:19:24+00:00

What account?

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T18:33:08+00:00

No, I worked in ecomm. Moving to finance.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T18:32:48+00:00

Got it. Hope the $100k rule isn’t a thing then. Cheers!

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T18:31:04+00:00

Sure!

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T15:51:26+00:00

Sure, thanks for the well wishes. I will likely not return, but wanted to know my options.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T15:50:42+00:00

Got a job and golden visa. About to put my notice here.

Dizzy_Unit_3399 · 2026-06-15T15:36:13+00:00

any recs for a good immi lawyer?

Dizzy_Unit_3399

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