r/DubaiMallus

It’s been 6 days and ADCB has not found a solution for it . I am not able to open the app and I cannot purchase any items on my debit card . ADCB needs to resolve this ASAP as most of the people need to pay their bills and stuff .

Hi everyone,

I'm currently working in the UAE and I'm planning to buy an iPhone here and gift it to my cousin who lives in Kerala.

I'm an Android user, so I don't really know much about iPhones.

I wanted to know:

- Will a UAE iPhone work perfectly with Indian SIMs - coverage etc?

- Are there any country lock or region lock issues?

- How does the warranty work if the phone was purchased in the UAE?

- Is there anything else I should keep in mind before buying it as a gift?

I'd really appreciate any advice from people who have bought iPhones from the UAE for family or friends in India. Any tips or things to watch out for would be helpful.

Thanks!

India - INR49,990 with an additional 1500 extra off on card
UAE - AED2,050 (the best ig) INR53,300, maybe some card offers too

I have lived a long life.

I am being serious when I say this. Seeing people from all over the world in UAE, I feel that we Indians sweat more. Especially, dark South Indians. I am one of them. Among dark South Indians, I sweat extra. My vest, shirt, pant & even underwear is soaking wet.

I think sweating is something Indian. Or maybe I have not seen other people too much.

I did even wear Nike dri-fit full sleeve tights instead of vest. I was hoping it will manage the sweat better and protect against sunburn. Frankly, I don't know if its helping or not.

So, I figured this is the right place to ask. I figure you have the same body issues like me and we are all facing the same weather.

Weekly once only I have to dress up formally, when I go to office. Rest, I am in the site. With formal dress, I just carry extra shirt & vest.

Since I bath daily twice normally and thrice during summer, I don't have stinking issues. Plus most of my cloths are 100% cotton.

Please share if you have suggestions for some better cloths.

Hello everyone, I finally got my Degree recognition done through VFS. I'm sharing my experience incase anyone finds it helpful This is not a promotion nor am I any agent.

Partner: VFS Global ( I didnt use Qudrabay)

Cost: AED 677.25 + AED 100 to be paid to MOHESR

Reason: To apply for my Golden Visa.

Documents needed: Emirates ID, Passport, Degree copy, University transcript, Signed LOA (Digital document which can be signed digitally, no need to print)

Start date: 12th May 2026

Complete: 30 June 2026 (Got the certificate)

My education: Schooling in Dubai, University in India (BBA from Symbiosis Pune)

Procedure:

Visit the VFS portal- https://www.vfsglobal.com/mohesr/

Login using UAE pass, create an application and upload all the necessary documents.

In the additional documents upload the university transcript.

Make the payment and wait.

Once VFS verifies your degree, you'll receive an email stating: We are pleased to inform you that the degree(s) for your application number ---- / have been verified. You are now ready to begin your Recognition process with the Ministry of Education.

In the same email there will be another message: Click here to start your Recognition process with the Recognition of university certificates issued from outside the UAE – available on their website or smart mobile application!

This link will take to MOHESR where you will complete the verification process.

You need to pay AED 100 on this site and you will instantly receive the certificate of recognition via email.

My suggestion: I highly recommend completing the process yourself. Many attestation agencies charge around AED 1,200 or more for the same service and in my experience, they don't offer any guaranteed approval or faster processing.

Hope this helps anyone planning to apply for Degree Recognition or a Golden Visa. Feel free to ask if you have any questions

Any restaurants which offer live streaming?

Hi guys! Does anyone know of coasters from
International city to life pharmacy metro station?

I recently came to the UAE on a visit visa for job searching and have now received a job offer. The company has started processing my labour card and employment visa, and as part of the documentation, they have asked me to provide a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC).

I’m a bit confused about this requirement. Is this because of the new rule regarding PCC requirements for Indians, or is this something commonly requested by companies as part of the standard visa/work permit process?

In either case, I’m trying to understand how someone who is currently in the UAE on a visit visa can obtain a PCC. If anyone has gone through a similar situation or has any leads, I’d really appreciate the guidance.

Hey guys,

I'm planning to buy some gold ornaments from Dubai and carry them to hometown during my next trip.(legally ofcourse) Since I’m doing this for the first time I need some advise.

Can someone explain the latest Indian customs rules for bringing gold jewellery from Dubai?

Like, how much gold can I carry legally without paying duties?
Does it matter if we put that in luggage?

I’m looking for any sort of tips so that I can avoid any issues in the airport. Thanks!

I'm looking for a reliable rental company with transparent pricing and no deposit headaches. Would prefer recommendations based on actual experience rather than ads.

Budget, premium, long-term or short-term — all suggestions are welcome!

Hey everyone,🤚🏻

I'm planning to start a Technical Services company in Dubai offering electrical, plumbing, painting, tiling, AC maintenance, and other maintenance works. I also do 3D design, so I'm thinking of offering interior design and fit-out services as well.

Do you think it's a good business to start in Dubai? What are the biggest challenges, and is it worth getting into?

Has anybody used mallu land app here? How was your experience overall? Did you really make genuine friends / connections or it’s just another trash?

Anybody(uae resident) applied for UK visit visa from Kerala. I am going to Kerala this week. I am planning to visit UK on Aug 18 (if I get visa). So is it possible to apply for this from Kerala, since my job and main bank account (with saving amount) is here.

Hi guys
I am new to UAE and currently im staying at Dubai.
I got a job in Abudhabi. So i need to shift everything to there.
I checked for taxi, but it is around 400-500 aed. Currently i cant afford that much.

So if anyone is traveling this week. Pls DM me

Affordable place for carplay and reverse camera.

New to driving in dubai and bought a second hand car,always driving with waze,so thought to add carplay

thank you

We urgently have some couch, tv stand and some more heavy stuff in our house that we would like to remove from house asap...is there a place where we can put photos and donate it or something? They are really good, strong items but we do not have the time to sell it so we thought its better to donate than just throw it away. Any one know any website or contact to donate or dispose (worst case)?

ഞാൻ വളരെക്കാലം UAE-യിലെ ഒരു ലീഗൽ ആയ, ലോക്കലി റെഗുലേറ്റഡ് ആയ ബ്രോക്കറുമായി ജോലി ചെയ്തിട്ടുണ്ട്. ട്രേഡിങ്ങിൽ കുടുങ്ങി പണം മുഴുവൻ നഷ്ടപ്പെടുത്തുന്ന മലയാളികളുടെ എണ്ണം ഭയാനകമാം വിധം കൂടുതലാണ്. GCC-യിലെ മലയാളികളെ ടാർഗറ്റ് ചെയ്ത്, മലയാളികൾ തന്നെ സ്ഥാപിച്ച ഒരുപാട് "B-Booking" ബ്രോക്കറേജുകളും ഇപ്പോൾ ഉണ്ട്.

നിങ്ങളെ വിളിക്കുന്ന ആ "ക്യൂട്ട്" ടെലികോളർ പെൺകുട്ടികൾ നിങ്ങളുടെ പണം ഇരട്ടിയാക്കാൻ വിളിക്കുന്നതല്ല – നിങ്ങളെ ഒരു invasive സിസ്റ്റത്തിലേക്ക് വലിച്ചിടാനും, നിങ്ങളുടെ സമ്പാദ്യം മുഴുവൻ ചോർത്താനുമാണ് അവർ ശ്രമിക്കുന്നത്.

വ്യത്യസ്ത സ്റ്റേറ്റുകളിൽ നിന്നുള്ള investors-മായി ഇടപെട്ടിട്ടുള്ള എന്റെ അനുഭവത്തിൽ ഒരു കാര്യം ശ്രദ്ധിച്ചിട്ടുണ്ട് – ഗുജറാത്തികളും മാർവാടികളും വർഷത്തിൽ 20-30% റിട്ടേൺ കിട്ടിയാൽ പോലും സന്തോഷിക്കും, അവർ ചിന്തിക്കുന്നത് "wealth creation" ആണ്. നമ്മൾ മലയാളികളോ? പണം "ഇരട്ടിയാക്കാൻ" ആണ് ചിന്ത.

UAE-യിലും GCC-യിലുമുള്ള എന്റെ സഹോദരീ സഹോദരന്മാരോട് ഒരു അഭ്യർത്ഥന – underlying risk എന്താണെന്ന് അറിയാതെ ട്രേഡ് ചെയ്യരുത്. ഇത് ഒരു addiction ആയി മാറിയിട്ടുണ്ട്, ഒടുവിൽ കയ്യിലുള്ളതെല്ലാം നഷ്ടപ്പെടും.

എല്ലാവർക്കും ജോലി മടുപ്പുണ്ടെന്നും, നേരത്തെ റിട്ടയർ ചെയ്യണമെന്നും, ക്രെഡിറ്റ് കാർഡ് ബാധ്യത തീർക്കണമെന്നും ഉള്ള ആഗ്രഹം എനിക്ക് മനസ്സിലാകും – പക്ഷെ അതിനുള്ള പരിഹാരം ട്രേഡിങ്ങ് അല്ല.

ആദ്യമായി investing തുടങ്ങുന്നവർക്ക് ചില നിർദ്ദേശങ്ങൾ:

- Zero leverage ഉള്ള പ്ലാറ്റ്ഫോമുകൾ മാത്രം ഉപയോഗിക്കുക.

- Wio, Mashreq, ENBD പോലുള്ള ബാങ്കുകൾക്ക് സ്വന്തമായി in-house wealth management സർവീസ് ഉണ്ട് – അത് ഉപയോഗിക്കുക, ബ്രോക്കറുടെ ആപ്പ് അല്ല.

- ബ്രോക്കർമാരുടെ ഉപദേശം കേൾക്കരുത് – "മാസം 2% തരാം" എന്നൊക്കെ പറഞ്ഞാൽ വിശ്വസിക്കരുത്.

- "Guaranteed returns" എന്ന് കേട്ടാൽ ഭയക്കണം, ആകർഷിക്കപ്പെടരുത്. ലോകത്തിലെ ഏറ്റവും വലിയ ഫണ്ട് ഹൗസിന് പോലും guaranteed return തരാൻ കഴിയില്ല. Bank FD-യോ debt instruments-ഓ മാത്രമേ fixed returns തരാൻ കഴിയൂ.

സൂക്ഷിക്കുക, സ്വന്തം സമ്പാദ്യം സംരക്ഷിക്കുക. 🙏

I did a google translate from English to malayalam, Kindly excuse any mistakes. But what i wrote here is off my experience - Its time we mallus make wealth and teach our kids how to make wealth.