CA Nitin Kaushik recently broke down why Dubai may not be the dream job destination people think it is. Sure, there's no income tax and the city looks super fancy but the cost of living? Crazy high.

Rent for a basic 1BHK apartment can go up to ₹3 lakh/month, while in India it's around ₹40–70K. Milk costs ₹120/litre, and even public transport can set you back ₹8.5K/month compared to just ₹350 in Mumbai.

And here's the kicker: lose your job in Dubai, and you lose your visa too. You've got 30–60 days to find a new one or leave. No job security, no strong worker rights, and often, super long working hours even in white-collar jobs.

Kaushik says Dubai isn't bad, but it's not for everyone. If you've got solid skills, savings, and a good network, it can work out. Just don't chase the Dubai dream blindly know the reality before you pack your bags.