Country guide
The Gulf CV format — what recruiters in UAE & Gulf states actually expect
A CV that works at home can fail in UAE & Gulf states. Not because of your experience — because of local conventions: photo rules, personal details, length and tone. Here is what makes a Gulf CV different — and how we rebuild yours for it.
The Gulf rules at a glance
PhotoEssential
Personal detailsFull: nationality + visa status + driving licence
Length & format1–2 pages
What Gulf recruiters look for
Visa status is a selection criterion — the employer sponsors it; English or Arabic
The #1 mistake applicants make in UAE & Gulf states
Omitting visa status — recruiters filter on it
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