The thrill of exploring foreign land for employment opportunities has driven Indians since a long time. The Gulf regions have emerged as one of the popular job destinations not only among Indians but job seekers across the globe. High pay,excellent working conditions, and the desire to be a part of the lavish lifestyle afforded by the Gulf countries have been some of the reasons behind their popularity as job destinations. Here’s more on why Gulf countries have successfully drawn Indian expatriates for both skilled and unskilled jobs:
High Salary Packages and other benefits: The companies in Gulf countries mostly offer better salaries than their Indian counterparts. Countries like Bahrain and Qatar had witnessed impressive salary hikes in the year 2007.Additionally most of these companies provide accommodation facilities. Thus Indian emigrants don’t have to sweat much thinking about their lodging. Other benefits offered in these regions are noteworthy as well. In Saudi Arabia the expatriate employees are entitled to a number of benefits ranging from medical insurance, death benefits, offshore pensions, tax exemptions on employment income etc. In Dubai Foreign employees are entitled to paid vacation of 30 days in one or one and half years.
Decent Pay for Blue collar jobs : In India it is not that easy to etch out a living with a less recognized, or for that matter, a low designation. Just think about the wages offered to housemaids and construction workers here. The Gulf countries have been quick to recognize this discrepancy and act as well. Thus a considerable number of people with low designations are lured to these countries with the promise of better pay and improved standards of living.
Respect for Women : The Gulf countries have very strict laws ensuring the safety of women in those regions.Additionally they also enjoy equal rights as their male counterparts.
Multi-cultural environment : People with a ability for exploring various cultures are bound to have a good time working in any part of UAE as employees from across the globe transcend boundaries each year to come and work here owing to the various
benefits offered.
Recognition of fresh talent : The Gulf companies have developed a keen eye for recognizing new talent. They respect new ideas among freshers and value them duly. They have time and again come up with innovation in terms of technology, working
environment, etc to rope in young minds.
Element of Uncertainty: The emergence of Gulf countries in the global market is a fairly recent phenomenon. One is bound to come across varied opinions about these countries. Some will exalt the lavish lifestyle while some will rue the existence of strict laws there. So the uncertainty and doubt surrounding the life in these countries work as an added incentive for youngsters who are willing to explore unknown pastures!
Availability of several jobs, easier ways to find them, faster career boosts are some of the other factors which have consistently triggered prospects of growth in these countries.
According to the available data Oman, Saudi Arabia and UAE are the three regions with the maximum number foreign expatriates on an annual basis. They might feature significantly in your wish list as favored job destinations.However, it is always advisable to confirm about the benefits from your employer.
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