Dubai is often associated with luxury and high costs, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find ways to earn some extra cash on the side. With the rising trend of side hustles, there are plenty of creative opportunities available for you to boost your income. If you’re ready to dive into the world of earning additional money, here are some fantastic options that can help you fill your wallet!
Transform Your Crafts into Cash
If you’re a budding artist or have a knack for crafts, you can easily turn your passion into profit. One of the best platforms for showcasing your handmade goods is ARTE, the UAE’s largest handmade market. Held every Saturday in various locations across the city, ARTE allows creatives to sell everything from jewelry and clothing to artwork and baked goods. Renting a stall starts at Dhs300, but be prepared to go through an application process to ensure that all items are genuinely handmade by you in the UAE.
Website: arte.ae, Email: info@art.ae
Declutter and Sell Your Unwanted Clothes
If your wardrobe is overflowing with clothes you no longer wear, why not turn that clutter into cash? For those with designer items, Garderobe offers a platform where you can sell your clothes and earn up to 80% commission on the sale price. Alternatively, RETOLD is a second-hand clothing store that accepts both high-street and designer items (at their discretion). They handle the selling process for you, providing store credit in return, so you can refresh your wardrobe with pieces you’ll actually wear.
Join a Flea Market
As the saying goes, one person’s trash is another’s treasure. You can turn your unwanted furniture, toys, clothes, and miscellaneous items into cash by participating in the Dubai Flea Market. This market is held at various locations throughout the city, including Festival Plaza, Trade Center, and Zabeel Park during the evenings. Stall rental starts from Dhs295, so you’ll need to sell enough to cover that cost and make a profit. Keep in mind that prices can start low, so selling a good volume will be key to earning extra cash.
Website: dubai-fleamarket.com
Rent Out Your Home While Traveling
If you’re planning to travel for the summer or winter holidays, consider listing your home on Airbnb to generate some additional income. It’s perfectly legal to rent out your space as long as you have the necessary permissions from your landlord (if you’re renting) and have registered your property with Dubai Tourism.
Website: dubaitourism.gov.ae
Pet Sitting in Your Community
Are you an animal lover? You can offer your pet-sitting services to neighbors who are traveling. Not only is this a great way to help out fellow residents, but it can also be quite lucrative, with some independent pet sitters charging substantial fees for their services. In addition to word-of-mouth referrals, you can sign up with platforms like Pet Bae, where you can earn up to Dhs7,000 a month just by caring for pets.
Website: petbae.com/become-a-sitter
Engage in Promotional Work
If you have some free time, why not consider getting involved in promotional work? Dubai is always buzzing with events, and companies are frequently on the lookout for part-time staff to help with their stands. Organizations like Vibes Events are often in need of “presentable” and English-speaking residents for various roles, including musicians, receptionists, and hostesses. This could be a fun and dynamic way to earn extra cash while being part of the vibrant event scene in Dubai.
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