Embassies for the United Arab Emirates

  • Embassy of the UAE, Washington DC, United States: +1 202 243 2400

  • Embassy of the UAE, London, United Kingdom: +44 20 7581 1281

  • Embassy of the UAE, Ottawa, Canada: +1 613 565 7272

  • Embassy of the UAE, Canberra, Australia: +61 2 6286 8802

  • Embassy of the UAE, Pretoria, South Africa: +27 12 342 7736

  • Embassy of the UAE, Dublin, Ireland: +353 1 660 0000

  • Embassy of the UAE, Wellington, New Zealand: +64 4 974 5715 

Foreign embassies in the United Arab Emirates

  • United States Embassy, Abu Dhabi: +971 2 414 2200

  • British Embassy, Abu Dhabi: +971 2 610 1100

  • Canadian Embassy, Abu Dhabi: +971 2 694 0300

  • Australian Embassy, Abu Dhabi: +971 2 401 7500

  • South African Embassy, Abu Dhabi: +971 3 447 3446

  • Irish Embassy, Abu Dhabi: +971 2 495 8200

  • New Zealand Embassy, Abu Dhabi: +971 2 496 3333

Further reading

►For more on life in the emirates, see Culture Shock in the UAE

Are you an expat living in United Arab Emirates?

Expat Arrivals is looking for locals to contribute to this guide, and answer forum questions from others planning their move to United Arab Emirates. Please contact us if you'd like to contribute.

Expat Health Insurance

Cigna Health Insurance -

Cigna Global

If you’re thinking about taking out private health insurance, our trusted partner Cigna Global is very aware of all the difficulties that expats can face when it comes to healthcare in a new location, so they have created a range of international health insurance plans specifically designed for expats, which you can tailor exactly to the needs and ensure access to quality care for you and your family.

Get a quote from Cigna Global

Moving Companies

Sirelo logo

Moving Internationally?

Sirelo has a network of more than 500 international removal companies that can move your furniture and possessions to your new home. By filling in a form, you’ll get up to 5 quotes from recommended movers. This service is free of charge and will help you select an international moving company that suits your needs and budget.

Get your free no-obligation quotes now!