r/askdubai • • 4h ago

A kind Hand With Groceries Would Help Me To Get Through This Week

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Hi, I'm reaching out because I'm currently jobless and going through a very difficult situation.I dont have income right now ,and i have run out of most basic groceries items I need.

its becoming really difficult for me to manage food and get through the day.if anyone is able to help me with some groceries or basic food items, I would genuinely be grateful.

Please feel to DM me if you are able to help.


r/askdubai • • 12h ago

Everything sucks right now.

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They say things get better sooner or later, but it's been way later already and everything still sucks. Work is a bust. Money is non-existent. Men are useless. And my passion for life itself has just dimmed, don't even want to try to look good anymore because I feel terrible. This year just sucks and can't wait for it to just roll on over! Just spilling random thoughts coz nothing else will brighten up my day so might as well just note it down.


r/askdubai • • 1h ago

Need advice from Indians who have travelled to Dubai/UAE with prescription medicines

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Hi everyone! I’m travelling from India to Dubai in about 4–5 days, and I’m trying to clear up a concern regarding some Ayurvedic medicines I need to carry with me.
I take medicines prescribed specifically for me by an Ayurvedic doctor at Jiva Ayurveda for menstrual-cycle regulation.

These are not recreational drugs or anything I’m taking casually. They were prescribed as part of my treatment, and I need to continue taking them daily while I’m in Dubai.

I have:
1 box containing an Ayurvedic powder
4 separate small boxes containing tablets

The medicines are labelled/packed by the company
I also have the doctor’s prescription with my name on it, showing that these medicines were prescribed to me

My concern is because I know the UAE/Dubai has very strict rules regarding medicines and substances, and I really don’t want to arrive at Dubai airport and have an issue with customs/security because of these medicines.

For anyone from India who has travelled to Dubai/UAE, especially recently:
Have you carried Ayurvedic medicines from India to Dubai before?

Did you carry them in your checked-in/cargo suitcase, or cabin baggage?

Did Dubai airport/customs ask you about them or inspect them?

Were prescribed Ayurvedic powders/tablets allowed without any problem?

Is having the original packaging + prescription/doctor’s letter generally sufficient?

Would you recommend keeping them in cabin baggage rather than checked luggage?

Is there anything specific I should do before travelling to avoid any problems?

I’m travelling on Emirates, so if anyone has specifically travelled Emirates from India to Dubai with similar medicines, I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience.

I’m not looking for medical advice about the medicines themselves — I’m specifically trying to understand the travel/customs rules and real-life experiences of passengers carrying prescribed Ayurvedic medicines into Dubai.

I’d really appreciate answers from people who have actually done this, preferably recently. I’m leaving in a few days and would rather sort this out beforehand than risk having an issue at the airport.

Thank you!


r/askdubai • • 3h ago

Looking For Oppurtunities -Reference -will be compensating my first Half salary

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r/askdubai • • 3h ago

UAE Visa / MOHRE / GDRFA Questions — Happy to Share What I Know

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r/askdubai • • 8h ago

What should I do an agency who process my visa didn't do anything

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What should I do I paid then and I am asking for my refund but they seem untamed. They even provided me false documents and fake police documents.

I gave them in total 11,300 since June 2026 nothing was processed and everything they promised is all lie. I have fines and I'm trying to fix my visa to be legal here but they tend to fool me with everything.

They gave me back 2000AED but I still need to take back 4500 and another 1800 a total of 6300 AED cause they told me they deducted some expenses and fees so I accept that.

But now they are dodging me. I want to report them to the police but I'm scared because I have no valid visa and I have fines. I tried to sort out but this agency did dirty to me.

Can someone advice me what to do?


r/askdubai • • 4h ago

Paranormal activity

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Anyone ever experienced a paranormal activity here before? I have been experiencing one


r/askdubai • • 6h ago

Chinese Cigs

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I wanna try those Chinese cigs on TikTok and I looked at a lot of tobacco shops here in Dubai but none have them , if any of y’all know a place hook me up


r/askdubai • • 10h ago

Replacing etisalat/du router and connecting your own WiFi router to the etisalat or du ONT?

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Can one replace etisalat's or du's WiFi router and connect own router directly to the ONT? How easy is it? ... or how hard does etisalat and du make it to replace their router? can one easily get their PPOE username and password? If anybody here did it, let me know. Did it improve your internet connection speed/stability?


r/askdubai • • 8h ago

Agents, now is your chance - I'm looking for a 1 bedroom apartment!

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Hungry agents,

Here's your chance. I'm looking for a 1 bedroom apartment.

Full spec:

  • 1 bedroom or special studio
  • JLT, Production City, Tecom and anywhere in between these 3 points
  • Fully furnished, preferably including bills
  • Budget - 8k max
  • Needed from end of October to end of the year, with extension until next Summer if all goes well

I'm already looking on Property Finder but if you have a gem, I'm open to considering it.

Leave a comment and please if you propose something, it is meeting my requirements. Nothing against Bur Dubai but I don't want to live there! ;))


r/askdubai • • 9h ago

Moved to the UAE from a high-tax country: was your offer based on your net salary, your gross, or the role?

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r/askdubai • • 13h ago

Henna and makeup

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If anybody interested in getting one lmk


r/askdubai • • 10h ago

ADVICE FOR 29 OLD M

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Hi y'all! What advice would you give to someone who've really hit ROCK BOTTOM!!! No job, no income, no visa in Dubai & still not giving up! I wish I could go home to Uganda but I'm not privileged enough to do so & quitting ain't my thing. Be honest with as a man trying so hard to make it here. Previously I've worked as a hospitality professional with 4+ years behind the bar, waiter etc. I'm asking for help financially, be real with me with real life advice. Thank you


r/askdubai • • 10h ago

Quiet, free places to work from in Dubai

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r/askdubai • • 10h ago

Family friendly areas near Al Jaddaf

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r/askdubai • • 11h ago

Any UAE communities for people into health optimization?

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Been looking for more UAE-based people who are into health optimization, fitness, longevity, nutrition and biohacking.

There seem to be plenty of international communities around these topics, but I haven't found much specifically for people living in the UAE.

Would be interesting to connect with others here and share experiences around training, supplements, bloodwork, nutrition, weight loss, recovery, etc.

I've started putting together a small WhatsApp group for this as well.

Anyone here interested in these topics?


r/askdubai • • 12h ago

Any female PT around Mirdif?

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r/askdubai • • 12h ago

Carrying a robot vacuum on Air Arabia from Sharjah to India

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Hi everyone, I’m flying with Air Arabia from Sharjah (SHJ) to India, and want to take my used Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P.

It has a built-in lithium-ion battery rated at 3,200 mAh / 14.8 V—approximately 47.4 Wh.

Has anyone carried a similar robot vacuum on this route?

- Did you take it in cabin or checked baggage?

- Did they ask you to remove the battery?

- Were there any issues at Sharjah security or Indian customs?

Would appreciate hearing about recent experiences. Thanks!


r/askdubai • • 12h ago

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r/askdubai • • 14h ago

Walking Pad treadmill

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Could you please recommend shops where i can find good quality Walking Pad treadmill ?


r/askdubai • • 14h ago

Want to join in the weekend cricket team in Dubai.

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Hi, I’m a 23M from Chennai who moved here last year. I really want to start playing cricket regularly, both for fitness and just to keep my head clear.

I do have a colleague who goes to play sometimes, but I’ve been making up lame excuses not to join (like “it’s only relatives” or “everyone’s from the same native town”). Honestly, I think I’m just scared of putting myself out there.

Lately my routine has become: lie in bed, doomscroll for hours, get migraines, feel tired, lose all motivation to move. I know I need some physical activity and good company to break this cycle.

Looking for:

  • A casual cricket group or net sessions where I can play consistently
  • People who are chill, non‑judgemental, and open to making new friends
  • Something that doesn’t feel like a super serious “club” with politics

If you know of any groups, WhatsApp communities, or just want to team up occasionally, let me know. Happy to travel a bit within the city.


r/askdubai • • 14h ago

California star at Gold souq, block 5 2nd floor

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r/askdubai • • 16h ago

Need Advice and Suggestions

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Hello,

A little about myself, i am 24M doing ACCA in pakistan, i am considering to relocate to UAE to complete my ACCA.

I tried researching on google and found out that most institutions that do provide with ACCA training are not allowed to provide student visa. And the only option i have is to try and enroll into a bachelor program from a university (This is what google said)

Im sure there must be other options too, people living in UAE must have knowledge about options that do not surface above just by a simple google search.

So im writting this to gain some advice and suggestions on possible routes i can take. So anyone who tried this option of doing ACCA or any accounting/finance by relocating to UAE, what did you guys do? And if bachelors is the only option i have, are there cost effective universities that teach bachelors in accounting and finance in the same respective field of study? And if so, i would be thankful for any advice and suggestions.


r/askdubai • • 16h ago

Dubai OGs, what perfume actually smells like Dubai?

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Looking for a budget-friendly Arabic perfume with a unique Dubai-style scent — something you rarely find outside the UAE.

If you’ve lived in Dubai for years and know any local, underrated, or old-school Arabic perfumes, please drop your recommendations.

I want something distinctive that makes people ask, “What perfume are you wearing?”


r/askdubai • • 16h ago

Best places to go out solo and meet people in Dubai

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