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Resume and CV guide for United Arab Emirates

How resumes and CVs are written in United Arab Emirates: typical length (1–2 pages), photo expectations, date format (DD/MM/YYYY), education conventions and a builder configured for the United Arab Emirates market.

United Arab Emirates employers usually ask for a CV — commonly written as “CV”. What that document looks like locally differs from the generic advice you will find elsewhere, so the details below describe practice in United Arab Emirates specifically.

At a glance

  • Document: CV (CV)
  • Typical length: 1–2 pages
  • Date format: DD/MM/YYYY
  • Phone format: +971 50 123 4567
  • Photo: optional
  • Page size: A4 (210 × 297 mm)
  • Most common language of application: en

Length expectations in United Arab Emirates

Two pages.

Photos

Optional; follow the employer's stated instructions if they ask for one.

Professional summary

Three or four lines, plus availability and work-permit status if relevant.

Education

Attested certificates may be requested later — name the qualification exactly.

Work experience

Highlight regional or multilingual experience where it matters.

Format and delivery

A4 paper, day/month/year dates, and include the country dial code.

Common sections used in United Arab Emirates

  • Summary
  • Experience
  • Education
  • Skills
  • Languages
  • References

General career guidance based on common practice — not legal, immigration or hiring compliance advice. Expectations vary by employer, industry and seniority.

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