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Budget Planner

Find out exactly how much you need to save before moving abroad — flights, visa, deposit, setup, monthly costs and a safety buffer, all in your currency.

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One-Time Costs
International flightyour estimate or our default
$600
Visa / immigration feeDubai estimate
$100
Medical tests, docs & attestationrough estimate
$250
Section total$950
Move-In Costs (First Month)
Security deposit2× monthly rent
$3,600
First month rent
$1,800
SIM card, furniture basics, groceriessetup estimate
$500
Section total$5,900
Monthly Recurring — Dubai
Rent (1-bed apartment)
$1,800
Food & groceries
$500
Transport
$150
Utilities & internet
$200
Section total$2,650
Emergency Fund
3 months of living costs$2,650 × 3
$7,950
You need to have saved before moving
$14,800
One-time + move-in + 3-month emergency fund · USD
Then budget $2,650 / month for ongoing living costs
Cost estimates · AbroadMate research · Currency via @fawazahmed0/currency-api · Updated daily