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obiero

I'm a male Kenyan and need info about accommodation and general cost of living (food, transport etc) in Abu Dhabi. I will be coming for a 6 months job assignment.

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Aurélie

Hello obiero.

Welcome to Expat.com! :)

In meantime, you can read the other threads on Cost of living in Abu Dhabi.

Thank you,
Aurélie

mjrv

AD is relatively small, plenty of metered taxis and state run buses.  You may not spend too much on transport.  More expensive if you rented a car.  Food expense is quite nominal.  Main cost will be rent, expect to pay at least 3 to 4K a month, even for a small apartment.

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