Thanks Max AB.
Have made a few further enquiries.
Have been told that because of my religion (which is on my birth certificate incidentally) that I'm screwed and that in all honesty my application probably wouldnt be considered.
I cant change my religion and neither would I lie about it!
If others have lied about their religion in order to get a job then thats their business and good on them.
Having to lie on an application form in order to get a job says alot about that prospective employer.
Also, wife soon to be bride (who possesses an Israeli passport) cant even enter the country (UAE).
And being a former officer in the Israeli armed forces................
Ah, for the equal opportunity employer!!