Hi Guys
The basic pay is currently AED 24,110.
You are given a cheque for the furniture allowance. There is nothing preventing you from using the allowance to ship your own stuff over.
Been here about 9 months, and managing to save a wee bit, even with kids and their expenses. That said I drink beer and wine at home, and usually cook my own meals. If you eat and drink out lots, well, you won't save much.
Muddy, now SandyBoots.
Cheers