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Living in Dubai

Neighbourhoods, costs, food, transport — the practical guide to settling in.

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Dubai skyline at sunset — Burj Khalifa and Downtown towers
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Cost of living in Dubai 2026 — the honest student edition

We pulled the real monthly spend from 40 WSE students living in Dubai right now. Here's what your AED budget actually looks like in 2026 — no estate-agent fluff.

The WSE Editorial Team
The WSE Editorial Team
View of Dubai Marina towers from a residential apartment balcony
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Best Dubai neighbourhoods for international students in 2026

JLT, Marina, JVC, Al Barsha, Deira and Bur Dubai — six honest neighbourhood profiles for international students, picked by rent, commute and vibe.

The WSE Editorial Team
The WSE Editorial Team
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