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A job seeker will want to be very sure that they really want to work in the Gulf region.  Looking for jobs in the UAE is quite hard and the lifestyle there is completely different from life in the West.  They need to be prepared to adapt to a new way of life.  There are restrictions on foreign workers travelling around, alcohol and other things that we often take for granted in other parts of the world.  

It is not a good idea to apply for lots of different jobs.  You are more likely to get a job that you are qualified for and have experience in and it is just a waste of time to apply for others.  Employers have to be sure that they get the right worker as they will have to pay out a great deal of money to bring a worker to the country. They need to make sure from the outset that they have the right one.  Target your search on your specific qualifications and this will help to increase your chances of success.

An up to date CV is essential, and this should be registered with recruitment agencies and online job hunting sites.  As soon as a vacancy is advertised you should be ready to send off your CV and make your application.  The CV is your best chance of making a good impression as for jobs in Dubai and other Gulf States it will be the main opportunity an employer has to assess you.