Expat Health Insurance
Cigna Global Health Insurance.
Medical insurance specifically designed for expats. With Cigna, you won't have to rely on foreign public health care systems, which may not meet your needs. Cigna allows you to speak to a doctor on demand, for consultations or instant advice, wherever you are in the world. They also offer full cancer care across all levels of cover, and settle the cost of treatments directly with the provider.
Moving Internationally?
International Movers. Get Quotes. Compare Prices.
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 from select removal companies now!
As Kieran above indicated, accommodation and transport are going to be two big costs, so a lot depends on whether these expenses are provided by your school or whether you are going to be paying for these out of your own pocket. As accommodation is taken care of, this will go a long way to stretching your salary for other living expenses. Also, make sure that your company provides private medical insurance, as it's a legal requirement in Abu Dhabi for companies to do this.
I'd suggest having a look at our Cost of Living in Abu Dhabi page to see what you can expect to pay for the basics there, and if you're still in a position to negotiate your contract, check out our Expat Contract Negotiation article for some great tips on securing the best expat contract you can.
Good luck with your decision!