About Abu Dhabi Residency

An independent publication for people considering a life in Abu Dhabi.

A clearer picture of a new place

Abu Dhabi Residency brings together practical questions about moving, finding a home, understanding residency, working and planning household costs in Abu Dhabi. Our purpose is to help readers organise their decisions and identify reliable sources.

The publication is independently operated. It is not a government website, an immigration agency or an application service. We do not represent ICP, the UAE Government or any Abu Dhabi authority.

Five connected perspectives

Our collections cover living, immigration and residency, regulations, work and career, and the cost of living. We connect these subjects because decisions about one often affect the others.

For legal requirements and individual eligibility, readers should consult the responsible official authority. Our editorial policies explain how we handle sources, corrections and uncertainty.