UTILITIES

Water: Dhs 50 / month

Electricity: Dhs 300 - 600 / month

TELEPHONE

USA: Dhs 2.12 (peak) / Dhs 1.37 (cheap)

UK: Dhs 2.69 (peak) / Dhs 1.91 (cheap)

Canada: Dhs 2.12 (peak) / Dhs 1.37 (cheap)

Australia: Dhs 2.69 (peak) / Dhs 1.91 (cheap)

PETROL

Dhs 6.75 per gallon (Super)

GROCERIES FOR A FAMILY OF 3

Dhs 500 / week

EATING OUT

Fast food meal for 2 adults: Dhs 50

Meal at an informal restaurant for 2 adults: Dhs 200

Buffet meals (offered at many 5 star hotels): Dhs 120 / person

HAIRDRESSER

Female: Dhs 150

Male: Dhs 50

Cost of Living