The Complete Dubai Exit Checklist — 30 Things Before You Leave

3 Months Before Departure

• Give notice to employer (check contract for notice period — usually 30-90 days)
• Start gratuity calculation Calculator
• Research destination visa requirements
• Notify DEWA/Etisalat/Du of planned disconnection date
• Start decluttering — sell furniture on Dubizzle/Facebook Marketplace
• Get medical records from your clinic/hospital
• Get dental work done (use your insurance before it expires)
• Book pet relocation if applicable (allow 3+ months — kennels book fast)
• Check school transfer requirements if moving with kids
• Notify your bank about planned relocation

1 Month Before Departure

• Cancel or transfer gym membership
• Cancel Salik account (get refund of balance)
• Cancel parking permits (RTA)
• Get police clearance certificate from Dubai Police (Good Conduct Certificate)
• Cancel health insurance or confirm end date with employer
• Notify credit card companies — settle outstanding balances
• Transfer money home via Wise Guide
• Cancel Emirates ID through ICA
• Get driving record from RTA if needed for new country
• Sell or ship your car

Final 2 Weeks

• Final DEWA disconnection + get clearance letter
• Return Etisalat/Du equipment + get final bill
• Close bank accounts (some require visa cancellation first)
• Deregister from MOHRE
• Cancel visa through employer or PRO
• Get exit stamp
• Cancel any standing orders / direct debits
• Backup your UAE phone number (port to eSIM or international plan)
• Final apartment inspection + security deposit refund
• Say goodbye to Dubai — take one last brunch

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