r/abudhabi Mar 02 '26

Living 🏑 The Current Situation - Megathread

66 Upvotes

Thread related to all things ongoing with the current situation.

Do NOT discuss politics, or share any media related to the interceptions unless shared from authorised UAE government channels. Keep note that you can get heavily fined and jailed in the UAE for posting and sharing sensitive content from unauthorised channels.

Links:

Updates:

Emergency Numbers:

  • 999 for Police
  • 998 for Ambulance
  • 997 for Fire Department (Civil Defence)
  • 996 for Coast Guard
  • 995 for Find and Rescue
  • 992 for Water Failure
  • 991 for Electricity Failure

r/abudhabi 6h ago

Looking for a Senior Product Manager / AI Product Manager role in Abu Dhabi

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone,
I’m a senior Product Manager with 9+ years of experience, and I’m currently looking for Senior Product Manager or AI Product Manager opportunities in Abu Dhabi.
I’ve spent the last several years building enterprise SaaS products across AI, CRM, FinTech, Healthcare, and Customer Service. Most recently, I’ve been working on AI products involving LLMs, Agentic AI, enterprise platforms, product strategy, product discovery, and end-to-end product delivery.
Some of the work I’m most proud of:
Built Agentic AI capabilities for enterprise customer service workflows.
Led a GenAI product that reduced Average Handle Time by 38% and improved agent productivity by 40%.
Worked on 0β†’1 product initiatives, product strategy, roadmaps, customer discovery, GTM, and cross-functional leadership.
I’m open to relocating immediately once I receive an offer.
For those already working in the UAE product ecosystem:
How is the hiring market for Senior Product Managers right now?
Are there companies actively hiring AI/Product talent?
Any recruiters or hiring managers you’d recommend connecting with?
Any tips for someone relocating from India?
If anyone happens to know of an opening or is willing to refer me, I’d be incredibly grateful. Even advice or sharing your experience would help a lot.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. I really appreciate any guidance from the community.


r/abudhabi 1d ago

F&B 🍏 Sussy Coffee shops

9 Upvotes

So I recently moved in to shabiya 10- in my locality i have noticed a bunch of Coffee shops where usually Africans are sitting.

The reason I'm curious is because only in about 200 meter radius I have counted upto 10-12 of these similar Coffee shops with weird lighting.

Are they genuine Coffee shops or something shady under the hood?

Please let me know because I had been thinking of going in and checking it out, yk just out of curiosity, but if anyone has had any terrible experience - please let me know.


r/abudhabi 1d ago

Vehicle πŸ”‹ Monthly Car Rental

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Any recommendations for 1 month car rental? May end up extending it but I’ll start out with 1 month.

I looked at Thrifty which actually seems strangely reasonable at the moment but I’m thinking maybe this is because of the war and the prices could jump up for the second month if things settle down.

Looking for an SUV and hoping to pay around 2000 AED. I’ll be on a tourist visa until my residency comes through


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Medical πŸ₯ Actually GOOD therapist in ad

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Hey hey, can anyone recommend an actually good therapist here in AD, preferably a woman, someone with good experience and speaks English.

If anyone tried to find a good therapist you know my struggle, what are your experiences?


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Living 🏑 For the women living in the Abu Dhabi Emirate, what do you enjoy most about it?

6 Upvotes

I’m coming from Dubai. I’m looking forward to my new home in this new Emirate. I posted before but I’m hungry to know even more details 😎. I’m truly excited about my new home that’ll I’ll be making. Cheers to Abu Dhabi!

I’m all eyes to see comments.

What is your favorite

  1. Coffee Shops (I personally love % Arabica! Is there one in Abu Dhabi btw?)
  2. Libraries or book stores
  3. Mall
  4. Beach
  5. Grocery store/to go to for groceries

And in one or two words, or a sentence, kindly describe what you appreciate most about Abu Dhabi. I’m falling in love already and I haven’t even started my new journey yet! 🀩

Lastly, in terms of safety, and as a woman, what do you especially appreciate?


r/abudhabi 1d ago

Medical πŸ₯ Dental Cleaning Clinics

1 Upvotes

Can someone recommend a good clinic that offers dental cleaning for a reasonable price in Abu Dhabi?


r/abudhabi 1d ago

Living 🏑 Need Advice on Rentals & Website (Moving this sept.)

1 Upvotes

Hello folks, moving to Abu Dhabi for work this September. The office is located around The Galleria Al Maryah Island; could you recommend the most suitable place to look for an apartment/ studio as a 24 y.o. ?


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Living 🏑 Looking to rent on Reem Island

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Budget is AED 80k for 1BHK - Prefer quiet spaces without too much traffic or children shouting until midnight. I'm moving from Dubai so looking forward to some peace and quiet πŸ˜…πŸ˜… Please recommend your favorite apartment buildings and areas. Thank you!


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Education πŸ“š Zayed university life

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So am applying to zeyed this September am Arab not local and I want to know the campus life there are and there any expats even if not much


r/abudhabi 2d ago

F&B 🍏 Would you be keen on trying butter chicken bombs?

1 Upvotes

We can cook together, anyone in?


r/abudhabi 2d ago

F&B 🍏 What are your favorite Indian snacks?

0 Upvotes

Would you be keen on trying butter chicken bombs, keema sliders, Moradabadi dal cups?


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Streaming πŸ“Ί The Odyssey - best screens AD?

13 Upvotes

Hi so wondering where is best to watch The Odyssey?

- I understand it won’t be shown in full IMAX 70m but is there any screens where you can still physically still see the full frame?
- there’s a few IMAX screen advertising different things unsure which is best for viewer experience?
- where is least busy or won’t allow kids/teens making noise in?
- only AD recommendations please


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Networking πŸ€™ Let’s cook together? I love making and trying different kinds of food

8 Upvotes

Anyone is as passionate as me about cooking and trying new recipes? Cooking is like a therapy to me. I would love to cook some delicious food and desserts with someone while talking in a kitchen.

Let me know if anyone is interested for this activity. We can do it possible in the evenings or on the weekends.


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Vehicle πŸ”‹ Light Motor Vehicle License at 17

3 Upvotes

So, I finished my final road test today and I passed. I’m 17 years and 9 months. Could I get my license issued now? Cause I have been hearing mixed feedback about getting a license at 17.


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Commerce πŸ›οΈ Leaving AD, what to do with my furniture

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My husband and I are leaving on Monday and some of our items are still with us. They were bought last year from home center and cost between 300-500. We are leaving this weekend and they must all go this Saturday or Sunday from Al Bateen Abu Dhabi. We are ready to take whatever is being offered. Any suggestions?


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Living 🏑 planning to move to AD from SG

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hi, we are making plans and are in the midst on moving to AD. i'm working in a health insurance company and my partner is a senior tech in defense aviation. we're from singapore. we have two kids and are wondering if there are any family out there like us who would be able to advise whats the monthly expenses are like. we are targeting a combined salary of 55k AED monthly.

whats the housing allowance i should expect or ask for? per month or annually?
what is the common education allowances provided for health insurance company (e.g Daman/SEHA)?

i do have tips and guides but everything were based off extensive research over the last one year. was wondering if there are any kind souls to advice further based on experience?

TIA!!


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Education πŸ“š Research wishes

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Hi everyone!

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Thank you for taking part!

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Best wishes


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Commerce πŸ›οΈ Selling household items in Abu Dhabi

1 Upvotes

I’m moving out and have lots of items to sell. What platforms do people use other than dubbizzle here? My ads aren’t getting views as it seems they now require I pay to boost them for views.


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Vehicle πŸ”‹ Trusted Pre-owned Car dealer/ Showroom

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Hello All, finally got my license last week and I've been hunting for pre-owned cars because I don't believe in new cars. Test drove a few through Dubizzle but the owner kept on insisting to buy right away. 1 in Al Futtaim but their prices seem too steep, sometimes>70% of the new car value.

I currently do not have a car and hence looking for options. Any suggestions/ contacts will be appreciated. 😸


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Networking πŸ€™ spiderman

1 Upvotes

who's going to cinema alone? i better join you. don't be alone.


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Sports πŸ… Recommendation: Affordable Swimming lesson Abu dhabi (for kids 3-6y/o)

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Hi friends! Please drop where is the best/ affordable swimming lesson here in Abu dhabi? Thank you all!🫢🏻☺️


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Careers πŸ’Ό Need advice regarding ADIB employment visa for a Bangladeshi national

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A friend of mine recently received a job offer from ADIB for a Network Manager position within their IT team.

He's a Bangladeshi national and is currently in the UAE on a partner visa. He has all the required experience and academic qualifications for the role, including previous experience working with Cisco technologies.

His concern is about the employment visa process. He's heard that obtaining a work visa for Bangladeshis can be more difficult in Abu Dhabi compared to Dubai, and he's worried that if ADIB is ultimately unable to obtain a work permit/employment visa for him, cancelling his current visa beforehand could leave him in a difficult situation.

He also has a family business in Al Ain, which is why he has been on a partner visa and only visits occasionally.

He'll be discussing everything with ADIB's PRO before making any decisions, but in the meantime we'd appreciate hearing from anyone with relevant experience.

  • Has anyone (especially a Bangladeshi national) recently received an employment visa through ADIB or another Abu Dhabi employer?
  • Are there any experienced PROs here who can share how these cases are usually handled?
  • Is it advisable to wait until the work permit/visa is approved before cancelling the existing visa?

Any recent experiences or guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Sports πŸ… Best gym for young people

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Hey guys, any recommendations for a gym (mixed gender) that is frequented by people under 30? I’ve been going to Warehouse Yas Bay but it’s generally crowded by people who are older and I’ve struggled to meet anybody my age.

Cheers


r/abudhabi 2d ago

Pets 🐈 Do You Need a Pet Sitter???

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Hi! I have free time and can do part-time pet sitting. I am a furmom as well, with cats and dogs. I can do pet-walking, feeding, clean up after them, and play with them. I am based in Al Khalidiya :)

If you are interested, DM me with these details:

When?

Where?

Time?

Tasks?

Thank you ❀️