Must-Have Apps for UAE Visitors & Expats 🌟
Make life in the UAE easy with these 10 essential apps! From rides to food, shopping, and more, you’ll feel like a pro in no time.
1. Getting Around 🚗
Careem
- Book rides, order food, or rent bikes!
- Cheaper than Uber for some trips.
- Earn reward points for discounts.
Uber
- Quick, safe rides with fancy car options.
- See prices upfront. Great for airport trips!
RTA Dubai
- Check metro/bus times, recharge your Nol card (for transport payments).
S’hail
- Plan trips using metro, buses, or taxis. Shows prices and fastest routes!
2. Calls & Messages 📞
BOTIM / C’Me
- Call friends worldwide over the internet!
- Needs a paid plan (~AED 50/month).
Telegram
- Send messages, photos, and make free calls (works better than WhatsApp here!).
3. Money & Bills 💸
DubaiNow
- Pay bills, check visas, and handle government stuff. Super handy!
Payit
- Send money to friends or shops. Works like a digital wallet.
4. Food & Groceries 🍔
Talabat
- Order food from restaurants or get groceries delivered fast!
Instashop
- Groceries arrive in 30-60 mins. Perfect for lazy days!
5. Shopping 🛍️
Amazon.ae
- Buy anything online! Fast delivery with Prime.
Noon
- UAE’s Amazon rival. Great deals on clothes, gadgets, and more!
6. Visas & Residency 🛂
ICA UAE Smart
- Check your visa status, renew residency, or apply for permits.
7. Fun & Entertainment 🎬
OSN+
- Watch Hollywood movies, HBO shows, and Arabic series.
Anghami
- Stream Arabic and international music. Like Spotify but for the Middle East!
8. Health & Emergencies 🏥
Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
- Book doctor appointments, find pharmacies, or check lab results.
Final Tip ✨
Download these apps before you arrive! They’ll help you save time, money, and stress. Whether you’re exploring Dubai’s skyscrapers or living here long-term, these tools are your new best friends.
Happy exploring! 🌴🚖🍕





