Which Emirate Should You Move To? — UAE Expat Quiz

Instructions: Answer each question honestly, then tally your score to see which emirate matches your lifestyle best.

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1. What's your ideal lifestyle?

A. Fast-paced, luxury, vibrant city life

B. Balanced modernity with cultural depth

C. Quiet, traditional, community-focused

D. Nature and outdoors with beach/mountain views

E. Suburban, family-friendly, more conservative

2. What's your monthly budget for rent?

A. AED 5,000+

B. AED 3,500–5,000

C. AED 2,000–3,500

D. AED 1,500–2,500

3. How important is proximity to Dubai?

A. I need to live in Dubai

B. Within 30–45 minutes is fine

C. Up to 1.5 hours is manageable

D. I don’t need to be close at all

4. What are your career goals in the UAE?

A. Join a major corporate, finance, or tech company

B. Work in government, education, or oil

C. Teach, work in healthcare or tourism

D. Remote work or small business owner

E. Retire or enjoy a slow-paced lifestyle

5. What kind of schooling do you need access to?

A. Top-tier international schools (IB, British, American)

B. Affordable but good-quality private schools

C. I don’t need schools or just basic ones

D. N/A — I don’t have kids

6. What’s your nightlife and alcohol preference?

A. I love going out — bars, events, social scene

B. I’m fine with occasional drinks in resorts or hotels

C. I prefer dry or alcohol-free environments

D. I don’t drink and avoid nightlife altogether

7. What kind of natural surroundings do you enjoy?

A. Beaches, palm-lined roads, city parks

B. Desert drives, wadis, mountains

C. Quiet mangroves and rural calm

D. Doesn’t matter to me

Tally Your Answers

Mostly A → Dubai

 You're a city lover who values opportunities, high energy, and global luxury. Dubai is your playground. Read more about Dubai here.

 Mostly B → Abu Dhabi

 You enjoy a polished lifestyle with cultural depth, excellent services, and a slightly slower pace than Dubai. Learn more about life in Abu Dhabi.

Mostly C → Sharjah or Al Ain

 You prefer tradition, stability, and family-focused living. Sharjah is more urban, Al Ain more peaceful.

Mostly D → RAK, Fujairah, or Umm Al Quwain

  You crave nature, calm, and affordability. These emirates are perfect for remote workers, retirees, or laid-back souls. Find out more about whether life in RAK, Fujairah or Umm Al Quwain would suit you best.

Mix of B & D → RAK or Fujairah

 You're balanced — you enjoy natural beauty and some modern comforts, without the chaos of the big city.