Hello,

I'm after some information in regards any hurdles to watch out for; as I'm looking to come to Dubai for month to look for work in May 2008 with in the IT industry (preferably DBA/Consultant work) over there.

I currently have a mate that’s working over there at the moment (located in the Emirate Towers), in which he's been trying to drag me over the past 6 months.

What I would like to know in preparation is:

• Any or what visas are required to for an Australian to come to Dubai and look for work for 1 month?

• What are best agencies to contact in regards to IT work in Dubai?

• What are the better locations to work in Dubai, in particular for IT work e.g. Internet City Free zone?

• What is the typical wage for an expat with 5 years experience as Database Administrator (Oracle 8i, 9, 10g on Windows and UNIX and SQL Server 2000 and 2005)?

• Average cost of living?

• Has there been any difficulties or tolerance issues for Australians living and working in Dubai?

• What is the age limitation for expats working in Dubai?

• And finally, is there anything I should watch for while looking for work in Dubai?

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

Craig