EMIRATES GROUP CAREERS

Frequently Asked Questions

For a monthly fee, you can subscribe to our Emirates Platinum Card and enjoy exclusive offers, discounts and access to some of the best fitness centres, beach clubs, restaurants and hotels. The fee for your card will conveniently be deducted from your salary every month.

Yes, if you are in an eligible grade, the education support allowance can be used to contribute towards the tuition and boarding fees associated with education for children studying overseas.

Depending on the grade of the role you've been selected for, you may be eligible for the education support allowance benefit. The education allowance covers up to three children between the ages of four and nineteen.

The education allowance is a specific amount paid directly to the school of your choice or reimbursed when you present valid payment receipts.

Some schools may have a waiting list, so make sure to check with your school of choice before you register your child.

The company might cover the visa costs for your spouse and children, depending on the grade of the role you've been selected for.

You can opt out of company accommodation, depending on availability the time your make your request.

Depending on your role and grade, you may be provided with company accommodation or an accommodation allowance. If you live in company accommodation, Emirates will cover your utility (electricity and water) bills. Alternately, if you receive the accommodation allowance, it is intended to assist you in paying part of your housing and utility expenses as a subsidy rather than payment in-full of all expenses.

This will depend on the role you've been selected for. You will either receive a transportation allowance or company transport will drop you to and from your home and place of work.

Yes, you and your dependants will have medical and dental cover depending on the grade of the role you've been selected for.

No, you will not pay income tax in the UAE. However, you must follow the tax regulations that may apply in your home country.

You will be eligible for staff travel benefits, including waitlisted and confirmed tickets, from the day you join.

Your annual leave allowance depends on the grade of the role you've been selected for but will be within UAE Labour Law guidelines.

UAE-based expatriate employees, irrespective of nationality, grade or position, are covered by the Exchange Rate Protection (ERP) scheme, unless they are from the USA or any country where the currency is fixed against the US dollar.
The ERP scheme is intended to provide reasonable protection if you are adversely affected by exchange rate fluctuations in the currency of your home country or the place of your permanent residence. Your ERP currency will be given as per the country of your Annual Leave Destination, and once your ERP is determined it can never be changed. Under the ERP Scheme, 50 per cent of the net basic salary received each month is protected up to a maximum of 15 per cent.

Yes, all employees are covered by our company medical insurance.

Depending on the grade of the role you've been selected for, you may be eligible for the Group pension scheme.

Your basic salary is calculated from the day you join. This includes the training period. If you are eligible for company accommodation, we will provide this when you arrive in Dubai. And if you have opted to receive company accommodation, payment will be calculated from your first day of work.

Yes, you will need to open a UAE bank account. Your salary will be paid monthly in the local currency (AED) and deposited directly to your account.

Dubai is ranked as one of the world’s safest and most desirable places to live and work. From schools to restaurants, healthcare to shopping, you’ll find Dubai’s global status reflected everywhere.
It really has something for everyone. And it’s one of the simplest places to get around. In your downtime, kids will love the many interactive attractions across the Emirate, including a snow park and several theme parks. Grown-ups can choose from hundreds of dining options, from casual family-oriented eateries to Michelin-starred restaurants. Or pursue your interests, from fitness and extreme sports to lounging at bars and clubs or taking in a live performance.

If you are not successful in your current assessment, you can apply for the same role after 6 months.

The probation period for all employees is 6 months.

Once you complete one year of service in your current role, you can apply for any available position that you are qualified for within the Emirates Group.

Yes, working with Emirates will give you the opportunity to increase your knowledge of various aspects of the airline industry, travel the world, work with people from over 160 nationalities, and advance your career in a world-class organisation in the direction you choose.

All employees sign a three-year non-binding contract in accordance with current Dubai Government regulations. The contract is renewable with agreement between Emirates management and the employee. All new employees undergo a probationary period of six months starting from the day they join.