Since the signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become one of the most sought-after destinations for Jews all over the world looking to relocate. Why is the UAE such an attractive relocation destination?
- It provides a high standard of living
- Plenty of business opportunities
- There is no income tax
- It’s one of the safest countries in the world
- Welcoming environment for people of all faiths
- It’s a short plane trip to Israel!
The Jewish community in the UAE is now thriving! It was founded by Rabbi to the UAE Rabbi Levi Duchman, in 2014 with a vision of developing a strong and accomplished Jewish community in the UAE. Jewish UAE, Rabbi Levi’s organisation, is dedicated to providing top-notch educational, religious and social services to all Jews across the region. Jewish UAE’s goal is to strengthen Jewish identity and help every Jew experience the joy of their culture in a country full of opportunities!
The UAE is made up of 7 emirates or states. The most popular emirates for relocation are Dubai and Abu Dhabi. We have compiled a list of the essential information you’ll need to know before making the move to the UAE!
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Relocation to Dubai
JCC – The Jewish Community Center in Dubai
The JCC is led by Rabbi Levi Duchman, Rabbi Mendel Duchman and Rabbi Mandy Blau. The Jewish Community Center is located in the heart of Dubai. It serves the needs of the thousands of Jewish families living in Dubai. The JCC’s dedicated staff are always on hand to attend to the needs of Jews in Dubai and hosts Jewish events, prayers, classes and much more!
Education
Mini Miracles Nursery (6 month – 6 years)
Mini Miracles is a multicultural and multilingual nursery that teaches our precious young children in a fun environment! As well as academic learning, we aim to build the foundation for good manners, respect for others and traditional Jewish values. Mini Miracles was founded by Rabbi Levi Duchman along with prominent members of the Jewish community in 2020, and is the first and only secular Jewish nursery in the UAE! Our experienced staff speak many languages including English, French and Hebrew.
Find out more about Mini Miracles here – https://minimiraclesnursery.com/
Hebrew School Dubai (1 year – 12 years)
The first after-school Jewish studies programme in the UAE was launched under the vision and guidance of Rabbi Levi Duchman. This innovative programme was founded on the belief that successful education comes from creativity and exploration! Our Hebrew School teaches Jewish education and Hebrew reading and writing in a child-friendly environment.
Hebrew School timings: Sunday (morning) and Monday-Thursday (afternoon) at the Mini Miracles Educational Center
Find out more about the Hebrew School Dubai here https://uaehebrewschool.com/
Cteen (ages 13-18)
Being a teenager isn’t always easy! CTeen Dubai is a dynamic network that connects Jewish teens of all ages and offers them the opportunity to meet like-minded peers. This incredible programme harnesses their potential, bringing a sense of purpose, self-discovery and community.
Kosher food
Bassar – Online Kosher Meat Store
The amount of Jews in Dubai has grown incredibly since the 2020 Abraham Accords, as has the demand for kosher food! Bassar is a user-friendly website where Jewish people in the UAE can order fresh, high-quality kosher meat online! The store has a wide variety of certified kosher meat and poultry that can be delivered to your door in just a few hours.
Browse Bassar’s selection here – https://www.bassar.ae/
Rimon – The Kosher Supermarket // Coming soon!
Relocation to Abu Dhabi
The local Jewish community in Abu Dhabi – Beit Tefilah
Abu Dhabi’s Jewish community is led by Rabbi Levi Duchman and Rabbi Yehuda. They are dedicated to meeting the needs of Jewish families living in Abu Dhabi. The Beit Tefilah community center provides Shabbat and holiday services, community events and lessons. The team is always on hand to help and assist community members when needed.
Education
Hebrew School Dubai (2 years – 12 years)
The first after-school Jewish studies programme in the UAE was launched under the vision and guidance of Rabbi Levi Duchman. This innovative programme was founded on the belief that successful education comes from creativity and exploration! Our Hebrew School teaches Jewish education and Hebrew reading and writing in a child-friendly environment.
Mini Miracles Nursery Abu Dhabi // Coming soon!
Prayers
We hold weekend minyan’s in pre-selected hotels in Abu Dhabi for our community members.
Friday – Arvit 18:30
Shabbat – Shacharit 10:30
Kosher food
Bassar – Online Kosher Meat Shop
The amount of Jews in Dubai has grown incredibly since the 2020 Abraham Accords, as has the demand for kosher food! Bassar is a user-friendly website where Jewish people in the UE can order fresh, high-quality kosher meat online! The store has a wide variety of certified kosher meat and poultry that can be delivered to your door with our next-day delivery service.
Browse Bassar’s selection here – https://www.bassar.ae/
