Dubai is a preferred destination among international students, especially Indians. The highly sophisticated country is home to thousands of Indian nationals, making it easier for students to adjust. However, it is essential to learn in detail about the likely costs that will come your way if you study in Dubai.
Do you know the monthly rent in Dubai? Do you know how much it costs to live in Dubai? Do you wish to know in detail about the cost of each and everything in Dubai? If yes, you should read further. This blog contains detailed information on everything you need to know about the cost of living in Dubai.If we are discussing the cost of living in Dubai for students, PRs and families, we need to discuss the costs involved, such as housing, clothing, utilities, etc. Although living in Dubai is contrary to what people think, it is relatively affordable. In this blog, we will discuss the various costs involved to give you an idea of the amount it costs to live in Dubai.
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A family of four Indian members costs around 12,778 AED (2,86,270 INR). This amount includes meals, housing, transportation, clothing, etc.
On-campus accommodation will cost students around 14,000-27,000 AED (2,81,400-5,42,700 INR). However, if you go for private accommodation, you will pay more, around 70,000-1,00,000 AED (14,07,000-20,10,000 INR), but to reduce these costs, you can opt for a shared apartment.
For a single person living in Dubai, we can expect a cost between 3000 and 5000 AED per month. Breaking it down, people who live alone prefer living in studios, which can cost 2583-4166 AED, while groceries can be as low as 400 AED. Utilities cost around 750-1000 AED.
Comparing the costs below, the monthly house rent outside the city centre is cheaper than the rent in the city centre. Nonetheless, we recommend keeping a budget of around 20,000 AED per month for living in Dubai.
|
Type of House |
Average Cost (in AED and INR) |
|
1 bedroom apartment in city centre |
6224 AED (1,39,438 INR) |
|
1 bedroom apartment outside city centre |
3675 AED (82,332 INR) |
|
3 bedroom apartment in city centre |
11,249 AED (2,52,015 INR) |
|
3 bedroom apartment outside city centre |
6935 AED (1,55,367 INR) |
Daily groceries such as eggs and milk are also essential, especially when you plan to stay in Dubai for a long time. Fortunately, these costs are also very affordable.
|
Type of Grocery |
Average Cost in AED and INR |
|
Milk (1 L) |
6 AED (134 INR) |
|
Loaf of white bread |
5 AED (112 INR) |
|
White rice (1 kg) |
7 AED (156 INR) |
|
Eggs (dozen, regular) |
11 AED (246 INR) |
|
Cheese (200 g) |
8 AED (179 INR) |
|
Chicken breast (1 kg) |
28 AED (627 INR) |
|
Apples (1 kg) |
8 AED (179 INR) |
|
Bananas (1 kg) |
7 AED (156 INR) |
|
Oranges (1 kg) |
6 AED (134 INR) |
|
Tomatoes (1kg) |
6 AED (134 INR) |
|
Potatoes (1 kg) |
4 AED (89 INR) |
|
Onions (1 kg) |
3 AED (67 INR) |
|
Lettuce (1 head) |
7 AED (156 INR) |
|
Jam (370 g) |
13 AED (291 INR) |
Daily comforts are the necessities of human beings. These include electricity, cooling, etc. Unfortunately, in Dubai, these utilities amount to a slightly high price.
|
Type of Utility |
Average Cost in AED and INR |
|
Electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage |
597 AED (13,374 INR) per month |
|
Internet |
358 AED (8020 INR) per month |
Even if you wish to buy decent clothing in Dubai, it will be slightly expensive. We recommend keeping a budget of around 200 and 400 AED for your short stay. If you are staying longer or buying more clothing items, a budget of about 1000 AED is ideal.
|
Types of Clothes |
Average Cost in AED and INR |
|
1 pair of jeans |
242 AED (5421 INR) |
|
1 summer dress in a chain store |
206 AED (4615 INR) |
|
1 pair of Nike running shoes |
311 AED (6967 INR) |
|
1 pair of men's leather business shoes |
320 AED (7169 INR) |
The public medical expenses in Dubai for locals are free, but expats must pay for medicine and healthcare. Fortunately, these expenses become cheaper with health cards and the essential benefits plan.
|
Type of Expense |
Description |
Average Amount (in INR & AED) |
|
Health Card |
Expatriate fees up to 10 years |
120 AED (2688 INR) |
|
Expatriate fees from 18+ years |
320 AED(7169 INR) |
|
|
Nationals fees up to 10 years |
25 AED (560 INR) |
|
|
Nationals fees from 18+ years |
120 AED (2688 INR) |
|
|
The essential benefit Plan |
Employees |
650 - 725 AED(14,562 - 16,242 INR) |
|
Dependants (between 0 and 65 years) |
650 AED (14,562 INR) |
|
|
Non-working married females (between 18 and 45 years) |
1600 AED (35,845 INR) |
|
|
Elderly parents |
2500 AED (56,008 INR) |
|
|
General domestic help |
650 AED (14,562 INR) |
A great news for Indians living in Dubai is they can easily find Indian food. So, even if the local variety is not suitable for them, they will find something good to eat. Below we have broken down the cost of Indian food in Dubai.
|
Food Items |
Average Cost (in AED and INR) |
|
Sandwich |
15 AED (336 INR) |
|
Dessert |
26 - 55 AED (576 - 1219 INR) |
|
Tea |
11 - 15 AED (244 - 336 INR) |
|
Coffee |
11 - 21 AED (244 - 466 INR) |
|
Masala Dose |
5 AED (111 INR) |
|
Pickle |
92.5 AED (2050.7 INR) per kg |
|
Samosa |
2.5 AED (55.42 INR) |
|
Biscuit |
1.5 AED (33.25 INR) |
Contrary to what you might think, public transportation in Dubai is relatively affordable. Below we have mentioned the types of Dubai public transport and their costs for your reference.
|
Type of Transportation |
Average Cost (in AED and INR) |
|
Taxi (per 1 km) |
2 AED (44 INR) |
|
Bus (single ticket) |
5 AED (112 INR) |
|
Bus (monthly pass) |
300 AED (6721 INR) |
|
Petrol (1 L) |
2 AED (44 INR) |
fDubai is one of the most preferred destinations by Indians. You will surely find a number of Indian nationals in the country. If you are planning to study in Dubai, it is essential that you know about the cost of living in detail. You can contact aecc to get more information about the courses and admission procedures for studying in Dubai.
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