In the world of freelance, it is not uncommon to acquire clients from all over the world. You as a freelancer have a certain set of skills that are valuable throughout the entire planet, and it is up to you to get connect with them. However, while it is easy to freelance, it is not so easy to score an office job, especially in the IT field, and especially if you are not a citizen of the country. Don’t lose faith though! If you want it, you can make it happen. You just have to know what steps to go through in order to get what you want.
The first and foremost thing you must do is acquire a sponsor that will vouch for you to come into the country. It is nearly impossible to get in without this, seeing as the visa allowances are very strict when it comes to working in the country. You need someone to handle your paperwork on the other side. Also, be aware that although Dubai is taking you in, it will also be taking you out when your contract is completed. If you plan on trying to stay in the country, you must try to find a sponsor who will offer you another contract.
This will increasingly get harder as more and more of Dubai’s youth are graduating from the world’s top Ivy League colleges and are now coming back to their home for employment. Because of this, companies are making room for their own citizens in the work force by flushing out expatriate employees. These young adults are some of the best and brightest that our world has to offer; can you blame companies in Dubai for wanting that kind of work ethic?
Still, if you are persistent in maintaining an IT Job in Dubai while not living there as a citizen, a recruiting agency is a great tool to use to land solid contracts. In every business there are loopholes that people try to go through. In this case, going through a loophole as a visiting citizen can be very dangerous. If you want to make sure that the company you are working for is completely legal and hand the visa responsibilities, the best way to go is through an agency. Plus, they help showcase your talents, and are able to find new jobs for you if you ever decide that one company is not for you.
However, nearly everyone in the country of Dubai is studying IT work. There was a large demand for it several years ago because no one knew much about the field. Now though, everyone is getting degrees or certifications for the subject. This increase in education now makes those easy to get jobs are quickly becoming harder and harder to obtain. The field is becoming extremely competitive and it is up to you to make yourself stand out above the rest. When you do land the job you want, remember that there are many wanting to be where you are so you must excel at your abilities as an IT technician.
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