Are you looking for a job in Gulf countries and going in a visit visa? Then it is recommended to read this before you do.
This article is for starters who wish to come to Gulf countries for job hunting. Gulf
witnesses the arrival of thousands of expatriates every year. Most of
these expats come searching for job opportunities in gulf countries. The
following points will help all job seeking expats understand what it
takes to apply for jobs in Gulf countries.
Best Time for visit
It is best for exploring your options between the months of September and May (excluding
December). This is the best time for job hunting in gulf countries. And
it is recommended to avoid carrying out job search in the months of
December, June, July and August as the Managers and high officials, who
are the key decision makers when it comes to recruitment, are usually on
vacation. Important days and events like Ramadan, Muharram should also
be avoided for job search
Duration of the stay
Its ideal to take a 3 month visit visa instead of 1 month tourist visa for Job Hunt. One month is not adequate to find a relevant job. Make
sure that you have enough cash to stay, eat and travel during your
visit. It is also recommended to arrange a room for staying before you
reach Gulf.
If you plan to live in Dubai, make sure you reside somewhere near the metro stations. It makes local travel convenient and time saving
Make sure that your living place is equipped with Internet and don't forget to bring a laptop along.
Advertisements in Gulf News can be found online at www.gncareers.com. So no
need to spend money on buying newspaper. If you know Arabic, Al Waseet
(an Arabic newspaper) is a good resource too.
If you plan to live in Dubai, make sure you reside somewhere near the metro stations. It makes local travel convenient and time saving
Make sure that your living place is equipped with Internet and don't forget to bring a laptop along.
Use the correct resources
Professional networking sites like LinkedIn and sites like Bayt, Dubizzle, etc have always proved to be useful for job seekers. Use them wisely and you can get in touch with some significant people who may have good leads. However, Avoid recruitment agencies that charge for registration. They are likely to be scams.Attest the certificates and documents
Don’t forget to bring your educational documents and professional testimonials along. When you finally manage to get a job, your new company will require attested certificates and other documents to apply for a visa. The attestation process takes up to six weeks or even more. So it is better to do attestation from your home country itself.Resume
Ensure your CV is up to date and is accompanied by a brief cover letter. If someone can get you a mobile number in Gulf countries before your arrival, nothing is better than that. You can mention it on your CV and apply online prior to your arrival. You can also write it on your CV and take several print outs from your home country. Keep in mind, printing in Gulf is expensive. Otherwise, one may mention a friend’s number on the CV and start applying online before coming to Gulf countries. Upon reaching gulf, update the number on the CV.How to find a job?
The most promising way to get a job in Gulf is through personal reference. If you know anyone in gulf countries, send them your CV and request them to look up an appropriate job for you if possible. They might be able to arrange some interviews for you or tell you about any vacant positions (in their company or some friend’s company)
A large number of people get hired by applying online through third party websites. Search for companies of your interest and go to their websites. Big companies have often openings on their websites.
Look up for walk in interviews on Dubizzle, Gulf News and Indeed. Also keep in touch with HR consultants to know about the Walk in Interviews in time.
Advertisements in Gulf News can be found online at www.gncareers.com. So no
need to spend money on buying newspaper. If you know Arabic, Al Waseet
(an Arabic newspaper) is a good resource too.
Give your personal Ad in the Gulf News mentioning your skills and experience. Do not forget to mention your contact details.
Important:
It is wiser to carry out research and activate your network of family, friends and acquaintances way before you arrive in Gulf countries. Pre-planning gives you an edge over other expats who are unaware and struggling. It will save you precious time and will let effectively search for work from day one. Most job seekers fall into the holiday mode and keep a relaxed approach when they arrive.
Do not waste even a single day! Remember to focus on the job search as soon you reach.
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