UAE resume format: header and sections
2 pages | Reverse-chronological | PDF unless Word is requested
Header: Full name, target job title, UAE or India mobile with WhatsApp, email, LinkedIn, current location (for example 'Kochi, India - available to relocate' or 'Dubai, UAE').
Personal details line: Nationality (Indian), visa status (for example employment visa, visit visa valid till 30 Nov, or requires sponsorship), notice period, and UAE driving licence if you have one.
Professional summary: 3 lines with years of experience, GCC or international exposure, and core skills for the role.
Experience: Company, city and country, dates, then 3-5 bullets with results. Mention GCC clients, projects or currency figures (AED) where relevant.
Education and certifications: Degree, university, year. Mention whether degrees are attested if the role requires it.
Skills and languages: Role skills, plus languages such as English, Hindi, Malayalam and Arabic level if any.