So I've been in Abu Dhabi now for 111 days, nearly 4 months and today I finally received my residence visa! Yes, you read that right, I'm just now receiving my visa 😏. I know you're probably wondering how that could happen, but unfortunately I have no answers to how/why this happens. This is one of the ways, private schools differ from pubic schools. If you're planning to come to Abu Dhabi to work for ADEC, you will receive your visa before you board your plane. If you don't have your visa then you are advised not to board the plane. By doing this, it would save you so much trouble.
Just about everything you need done here, requires an Emirates ID. In order to have an ID, you must first have a resident visa. From getting a Sim card to opening a bank account, an Emirates ID is needed. Fortunately I was able to get those mentioned items with a copy of my passport and letter from my employer. However, there are so many months these businesses will allow you get away without showing proper identification. I'm so grateful that I finally have my visa and that it came just in time so that I can travel back home for the holiday.
Until next time...
