Dubai Overview
Dubai is one of the world's fastest growing cities home to 4 million residents, a British Common Law legal framework, a safety index of 83.76, and the #1 healthcare system in the Middle East. Discover why investors and expats consistently choose Dubai as their global base.
Dubai Population
Dubai is home to over 4 million residents, growing at an average rate of 4-5% per year. With strong economic growth and global talent inflow, the population is projected to reach 5 million by 2030, making Dubai one of the fastest-growing cities in the world.
Dubai Population Growth
In millions (2030 projected)
Legal Framework
The UAE’s stable legal system is structured to provide (MNCs) with security and comfort to grow and operate their business. The country is the leading destination for MNCs to house their headquarters for operations in the MENA and South Asia regions. Many international companies, including major financial institutions, law firms and other MNCs operate under British Common Law and an English language based regulatory framework in the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) and the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) to ensure smooth compliance with international standards
Safety & Security
A recent report published by global database Numbeo ranked Dubai as one of the safest places in the world. The UAE was ranked the third safest country in the world and the second safest country in the region.
Despite ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, the UAE remains a safe haven for all nationalities and has actually shown upticks in economic activity during times of conflict.
Dubai Safety Index
Source: Numbeo 2024
Crime
16.24
Safety
83.76
Crime Rates
Safety
Healthcare
- According to the latest Medical Tourism Index, Dubai ranks No. 1 in the Middle East and North Africa and No. 6 in the world for medical tourism, with the city ranking No. 5 globally on the sub-index of Quality of Facilities & Services.
- Dubai’s emergence as a significant player in the private healthcare sector is driven by its high standards and regulations, making it a popular destination for medical tourism thanks to high-quality healthcare.
- Dubai is home to several world-class hospitals and clinics that offer a wide range of medical treatments and procedures.
- According to a global survey by Ipsos, Dubai has one of the highest rated healthcare systems in the world.
- Globally renowned hospitals include Kings College Hospital and American Hospital.