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What is Affidavit of Support?

The  Affidavit of Support Guarantee is a letter of containing personal details of sponsor indicating the relationship with traveler which is issued by the Philippine Embassy or Consulate in Dubai or in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates . It is a proof that a relative in the UAE is responsible to take care whoever comes from Philippines to Dubai on either Visit or Tourist Visa .

All Filipino citizens/national has to carry original copy of Affidavit Support (Red Ribbon) when they are traveling from Philippines to Dubai; without red ribbon they might be offloaded at the Airport. This new rule was effectively applied on Sep 2010 to control human trafficking by Philippine Government.

To get the Affidavit support you may need to present the following documents:

• Passport Copies (Guarantor and Traveler)
• Salary Certificate, Signed and stamped on company letter head.
• Copy of the trade license of the travel agency or the company facilitating the tourist visa.
• Copy of the Tourist Visa
• Accommodation details of Hotel/Residence in UAE.

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Tourist visa to Dubai from Philippines for Filipino passport holders is sponsored by our travel agency hassle-free. Apply for Dubai Transit Visa and Dubai Tourist Visa with the best prices and deals. The United Arab Emirates attracts visitors from all around the world to see the scenic beauty of each emirate of the country. Filipino tourists planning to visit UAE including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Al Ain are required to go through an online visa application process. Filipino citizens holding UAE resident visas now can invite families, friends, and relatives to explore tourist attractions, look for a job, attend events or seminars, or do any purpose with our best Dubai-Tourist-Visa-Services.The government of UAE issues online e-visas for all nationalities. We process UAE tourist visas and transit visas with minimum documents and quick approvals. Get in touch with our team for a free consultation to know more about the process to apply for Dubai Visa. Below is the price list for Dubai visa for Filipino citizens-

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Dubai multiple visa for filipino with insurance:, dubai visit visa requirements for filipino :.

• Passport front page clear digital scan of each visitor
• Last page or extension pages of the passport (if applicable)
• Passport size picture of each visitor with a clear scan
• Children Birth Certificate travelling with parents
• Other documents if required by the UAE-Immigration

Dubai Visa Filipino

Filipino holding valid Philippines passports planning to travel to UAE need to get a pre-approved tourist, visit, employment, or transit visa to enter the country. We process online Dubai-Tourist-Visa applications for Filipino nationals and for other nationalities as well. UAE Tourist-Visa is valid to enter the country as a tourist only and you cannot work on this visa but can look for an employer willing to hire and sponsor a work visa for you. Tourist visa comes with the mandatory requirement of Covid insurance. After arriving in the country please check your visa validity on the government's official visa portal or ask our reservation team to avoid heavy fines and penalties for overstays

Dubai Visa – Important Information:

Tourist groups and families travelling to the United Arab Emirates do not require any kind of sponsor or guarantor’s documents. The passport validity must be at least 180 days at the time of application. In scan copy, visitor's passport number, expiry date, issue date, and birthplace should be clearly readable. The Dubai Visa photo size must be 4.3 CM x 5.5 CM. A birth certificate is required for the children visa application. After visa issuance, visitors can enter from any Airport, Sea Port, or Border Post of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, Sharjah, Dubai, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, and Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. Kindly avoid overstaying on a tourist visa and save yourself from heavy fines and deportation.

Dubai Visa Types for Filipino Citizen:

Government of UAE issue several types of entry permit for Filipino nationals. The most common visa used to visit the UAE by Filipinos are a single entry one-month Dubai tourist visa and single entry 2 months Dubai tourist visa. Find the best visa type according to your requirement and duration of stay. The price mentioned for Dubai transit and tourist visas indicates the general cost of getting a visa through a travel agency. Price may change as per the applicant's nationality, rules, and policy updates by the UAE government. Please contact our sales team for any clarification about the price, documents, and process of online UAE e-visa.

14 Days Dubai Visa for Filipino:

If you are planning for a short break to visit the UAE then 14 days visa is an ideal option to choose. This visa takes 3 to 5 working days to process and after the visa issuance visitor can enter UAE within 58 Days. The validity to stay in the country is 14 days. Transit visa is non-extendable and non-renewable. A visa change package is ideal for the extension.

30 Days Dubai Visa for Filipino:

One month Dubai visit visa is an ideal option to stay longer in the country to meet friends and relatives or to search for a job. This is a short-term tourist visa that takes 2 to 3 working days to process and after visa issuance visitor can stay up to 30 days in the country. A 10 days grace period is applicable on a tourist visa as per government approval.

60 Days Dubai Visa for Filipino:

2 Months visa is good to stay for longer and ideal for job seekers looking for jobs in the United Arab Emirates. This is a long-term single entry 60 Days tourist visa and the processing time is the same as other visas. After arrival stays validity in the UAE is a maximum of 60 days. To extend their stay in UAE, visitors can take visa change packages.

Philippines Immigration requirements for UAE Visit Visa:

• Valid original passport of each passenger
• Copy of tourist visa or visit visa of Dubai
• Hotel booking or accommodation details
• Tour booking or tour vouchers with itinerary
• Round trip tickets or confirmed onward ticket
• Show money for Dubai tourist visa or credit cards
• Income proof or bank statementsor work details
• Affidavit of support if sponsored by relatives in UAE
• Birth certificates to prove relationship with the sponsor

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• 1. Visa will be process after completion of documents and payment.
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• 3. After leaving the country update us with exit stamp of your passport.
• 4. Approval of visa is depending on immigration officials not travel agency.
• 5. Housemaid, Personal Driver etc. profession may get rejection.
• 6. Rejected application will be advised with the reason of rejection.

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In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Dubai was found on the route from Manila , at AED 1,873 one-way and AED 4,275 return. The most popular connection is from Angeles City to Dubai and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as AED 2,104 in the last 3 days.

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On average, a flight to dubai costs aed 1,302. the cheapest price found on kayak in the last 2 weeks cost aed 608 and departed from manila. the most popular routes on kayak are manila to dubai which costs aed 1,598 on average, and angeles city to dubai, which costs aed 2,270 on average., see prices from:, what is the cheapest day to fly to dubai, based on kayak data, the cheapest day to fly to dubai is monday where tickets can be as cheap as aed 1,756. on the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is saturday, where prices are aed 1,912 on average., what is the cheapest month to fly to dubai, the cheapest month for flights to dubai is june, where tickets cost aed 1,594 on average for one-way flights. on the other hand, the most expensive months are january and february, where the average cost of tickets from the philippines is aed 2,207 and aed 2,108 respectively. for return trips, the best month to travel is may with an average price of aed 1,546., what is the cheapest time of day to fly to dubai, the cheapest time of day to fly to dubai is generally in the evening, when flights cost aed 1,539 on average. the most expensive time of day to fly to dubai is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is aed 2,089., what is a good deal for flights to dubai, if you’re looking for cheap airfare to dubai, 25% of our users found tickets to dubai for the following prices or less: from manila aed 744 one-way - aed 1,305 return, from angeles city aed 1,395 one-way - aed 1,953 return., how far in advance should i book a flight to dubai, to get a below average price, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. for the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 77 days before departure., which airlines fly to dubai, if you’re traveling from philippines, you might fly to dubai with emirates, philippine airlines, or cebu pacific as they are the most frequent flyers. see the amount of flights per week for popular airlines flying to dubai., how long is the flight to dubai, the duration of your flight to dubai depends on your departure and arrival airports. obviously any flights that include a layover will also be longer. the most popular routes to dubai on kayak are from manila , which takes 8h 50m, angeles city , which takes 12h 35m, cebu city , which takes 15h 15m, and panglao , which takes 27h 05m., how many long-haul flights are there to dubai each week, there are not any medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) or short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to dubai. instead, there are 41 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from manila., good to know, faqs - booking dubai flights, how far is dubai from central dubai.

The distance between Dubai and the city centre of Dubai is 11 km.

What is the name of Dubai’s airport?

All flights to Dubai land at Dubai. The airport code is DXB,and it can also be referred to as Dubai Intl.

How many cities have direct flights to Dubai?

From the Philippines, there are direct flights to Dubai from 2 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Manila, with 35 direct flights each week.

On average, a flight to Dubai costs AED 1,302. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost AED 608 and departed from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport.

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My last few flights with Emirates have always been delayed at least a half an hour. When my layover is only an hour and a half to two hours, 30 minutes makes a big difference. I’m going to check out other airlines.

Much better this time than our previous. We had Been thinking we wouldn’t fly with emirates again. I have a wheat allergy so request a gluten free meal. The meals provided in the past have been mostly inedible. So dry and hard and tasteless. I see what my husband gets given with a packed tray with treats and mine is uninviting and awful. I actually was hangry with little food and not able to eat and enjoy what was given to me 😡 This last flight was an improvement. The first meal was edible tho no treats, why can’t a chocolate be given like on the regular trays. I realise you are trying to make the gluten free a dairy free and probably vegetarian one at the same time to save you dollars tho it’s shocking to receive. The snack sandwich given was much better and edible, not hard and dry as previous trips. The final meal received, Breakfast had more variety and treats on it, thank you for that. At last.!!

The IFE was unstable the entire flight seats are very dated for business class and meals were not good.

Flight was delayed and no information was provided what was new time Change gate 3 times at Madina airport First gate was 113 Second gate was 204 And last gate was 113 again

Emirates is always great experience, however, they should reopen their lounge in Istanbul. The IGA lounge is not worth it

I liked everything accept the delay try to improve in that area

Same problem with very poor food. Gluten free options can taste great, there is not reason to be give suboptimal meals in this situation.

Flights were both delayed. No luggage on arrival for the whole plane and no contact since submitting a PIR.

Flight got canceled without any prior information and it caused lot of trouble

We bought the business class tickets. The check-in staff and onboard crew were excellent, providing commendable service throughout. However, it was disappointing to find that China Southern Airlines does not have a lounge at SFO. Instead, passengers were provided with a $35 per person food voucher, which fell short of expectations. Furthermore, the quality of the onboard food left much to be desired, marking a significant decline compared to our previous flight experience in 2019, prior to the pandemic.

Wuhan - Dubai. Old plane: 1. Only USB charger. No power outlet to plug in.. 2. Super narrow seat layout 3. Toilet cover consistently fell down and hit my back when sitting on it.. :( 4. Entertainment system touch screen not sensitive, and need to press hard or use finger tips to hit. Crew were very nice and accommodating though.

1. I got very poor check in experience with the counter lady . This is the first airline I ever experienced that no combine check in weight allow . Even we have 4 of us but weight counter by piece . So we wasted lot of time argue and repack . This is super crazy 2. Next I left my Samsung tablet on the plane . And I started to escalate and finally spoke to southern airline lost and found in Malaysia and the amazing answer she give is : system nothing found and please try to call southern airline in china 🧐 . I have been flying many other airlines but this is my first encounterment with such irresponsible airline response and no empathy given to customer . My feeling is nobody bother whether how customer like me feel and I’m just too small for the management to take note .

No red vine, no whiskey, no vodka. No that I wanted all of them at once but still...

During flight, some passengers perform stomping leg exercises which disturb the comfort (I.e. sleep) of other passengers.

No good but was short flight. Both of our China Southern flights were on time. No surprises.

The flight was okay it was the kayak customer service that was poor, I have been trying to change my name on my flight ticket 3 days before my flight and nothing got done about it even tho I messaged so many times and phoned, all I got in return was that is was being processed and still to this day nothing has been done about it, I think it’s disgusting and un needed stress to the trip.

The food was perfect. The boarding process is a bit long. Given the late boarding time, I felt very tired by the time I was seated.

Quality flight from start to finish. Customer service is evidently very important to this company. The staff really exceeded expectations.

Traveling with the Chinese airlines , their service superior to the US Airlines , they are much more friendly and the seats are comfortable , In the past I flew with United , now ,United Airline will become history for me .

The flight crew was exceptionally good. Personal needs were well met. The food choices were very nice.

Excellent. Planes are a little older and could get some refurbishment, but besides that everything was excellent.

Not good. Flight was purchased for my father who needed medical assistance to board and transfer due to a heart condition. No one at Hong Kong from Cathay was there to assist and he barely made the connection. When I talked to him he could barely breath and was not sure he was going to make it. Really poor service even though the ticket stated he needed a wheelchair assistance.

The boarding experience was as expected and went well. The plane's economy seating plan is not designed for a positive customer experience but rather for company profit. When the passenger in front of me reclined, the distance from the screen to my face was the span of my hand (thumb tip to pinky fingertip). There is no such thing as personal space in this setting. This results in the domino effect, for when I recline the person in back of me reclines and so it goes. This is not to say that reclining is the answer as the experience is not increased, but simply managed.

While I was in great pain, the seat was sufficiently comfortable to allow me to rest and not be in so much pain.

we were upgraded which was a blessing and tender mercy for us. I fell the day before and was in extreme pain from knee to shoulder. Sitting in a more comfortable seat during the flight was an unexpected blessing and experience.

Flight crew was especially thoughtful and attentive, made sure our seats were comfortable so we could rest on the long flight

The aircraft was slightly newer but the food was very bad. Bland and uninteresting. Nothing special at all.

I felt thirsty and asked the flight attendent for water, but no one came for more than half an hour.

The crew were fine. I didn’t enjoy the food at all. I found it unappetising and really had trouble eating it. The comfort level was fine and our return flight is with Cathay Pacific but honestly I probably wouldn’t fly Cathay Pacific again.

Upgrade their seats. They’ve got 20-year-old business class seats in their 777s. The food choices. On the way to Manila and the way back I thought we’re lousy compared to other carriers. The staff was fantastic and very happy.

Continual rescheduling of flights, inflight entertainment system did not work, staff not pleasant to interact with.

Check-in was tedious. They could just have used the electronic boarding passes and counter checked the passengers’ names in their manifest. What’s the use of the early checkin if we still have to queue at the only 1 functioning checkin counter!

I’m 6’2” and the seats were too close together for my knees, very uncomfortable.

everything was excellent the crew the food, crew was extremely friendly but wish there was a tv..📺

So far pal express is much better than Cebu pacific in terms of customers service and in flight crew. And on time departure and arrival . Especially if you're taking airbus 320 plane . But the small aircraft like bombardier . It usually delayed .

We did booked shorter layovers but flights changed and layovers are too long good thing Philippine Airlines give us a hotel in manila but here Vancouver to Calgary too long layovers and there is enough sets to wait closer to air canada and they will open 4am.we were here 1 am .our flights schedule for air canada 8:10am.we paid expensive flights but not happy of lay over Vancouver to Calgary.

Biz class is way below what other airlines offer. The food was mediocre at best. A WiFi was intermittent and movies were dated. Honestly the best part of the trip was that the Mabuhay lounge in SFO was closed and they gave us pass to Air France lounge. My advise, fill up there before boarding plane.

Not a pleasant experience from the start of booking first flight all the way through to the actually flight. Only saving grace is the food.

The return flight has been a nightmare. I am stuck in Singapore right now because PAL has not managed to resolve my return to Manila. The engine blew up on take off

i liked that the flight crew noticed my discomfort with the small leg space (I'm 6'2") and offered the emergency row. The fight attendants were very friendly, a definite strength with Cebu Pacific. I didn't like the leg space in my original seating.

The seats are too cramped, there is barely enough room to shift weight. This could be easy to endure in a one-hour flight, but not more than that. The crew did not clean up shortly after meals. The tray table remained open because of the meal and ate up what is left of the little seating space. The crew were just idling by for 45 minutes before they collected the trash. The airline did not inspect carry-on luggage. Most of the passengers brought too many bags, too large and/or over the weight limit. This undermines safety and discourages those who pay extra for checked bags just to comply with the airline regulations. If the airline is not inspecting carry-on luggage, why should I pay more just to check in some bags?

Terrible, I will never ever ever attempt to fly on Cebu Pacific. I understand that it’s a cheap flight option but they take cheap experience to the next level.

The front desk and early check in was fantastic and the flight did not have any turbulence

better handling of the checked in luggage. they destroyed mine

Should’ve not separated those who checked-in online and those who checked-in at the airport

the process of paying for the excess baggage weight, the check in process and the boarding process are subhuman. this is an airline devoid of customer service

Cebu Pac has a habit of changing boarding gates. They do a lot of remote boarding. So just be attentive to the announcements, especially if it's near your boarding time.

It was a low cost flight, so no high expectations. The experience was average.

Crew was very helpful because I used a wheelchair to get around

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Dubai: Thinking of a European Mediterranean escape during the upcoming Eid Al Adha or summer holidays? UAE expatriates can get visa on arrival to Montenegro, the small but vibrant European nation located on the Adriatic sea.

This captivating Balkan nation boasts stunning riviera landscapes, pristine sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, primeval forests and ancient architecture.

So, if this sounds like the perfect vacation for you, there are a few conditions and requirements UAE residents need to meet before they book their tickets to Montenegro.

For how long is the visa on arrival is valid?

“The visa on arrival scheme is only for a specific period which is from May 1 to September 7, 2024 . After that, the tourist visa is issued on a case by case basis,” Eva Kanani, an operations manager at Vas Tourism LLC, a UAE-based travel agency that specialises in Balkan tours, told Gulf News

According to the government of Montenegro’s website - www.gov.me, UAE residents can stay in the country for up to 10 days on this visa.

The visa on arrival scheme is only for a specific period which is from May 1 to September 7, 2024. After that, the tourist visa is issued on a case by case basis. - Eva Kanani, operations manager at Vas Tourism LLC.

What are the conditions for visa on arrival, for Montenegro, for UAE residents?

Kanani explained that UAE residents are eligible for visa on arrival but they have to meet specific conditions first.

“UAE expatriates who have a valid residency permit continuously for three years before travelling to the country are allowed visa on arrival. It is also important to note that some UAE residents with specific nationalities are not allowed visa on arrival. They can apply for tourist visa through the Montenegro Embassy in Abu Dhabi,” she said.

The government of Montenegro’s website - www.gov.me, states that the visa on arrival decision does not apply to nationals of Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Syria, Pakistan, Somalia and India.

She added that a direct return ticket to Dubai is also a requirement for getting the visa on arrival.

“As of now, the Montenegro government is allowing passengers flying with flydubai to be eligible for visa on arrival. The flydubai flights for Montenegro will start from June 14 . Flydubai is the only airline in the UAE that offers direct flights to Tivat but it is a seasonal route,” Kanani said.

According to the flydubai website, their summer season flights between Dubai and Tivat will operate from June 14, 2024 to September 7, 2024 .

“Another condition is to have proof of a paid tourist arrangement. This basically means that your trip should be organised by a travel agency. You will be asked to provide a receipt or document of the tourist arrangement. You must also have proof of accommodation,” she added.

She also clarified that sometimes visa rules and requirements can change, so it’s always best to check with the Montenegro embassy directly.

“However, travel insurance or proof of financial support is not necessary for UAE residents. We would suggest asking the embassy of Montenegro directly for specific information because rules can change,” Kanani said.

How to apply for a Montenegro tourist visa from the UAE?

If you are not eligible for visa on arrival, you can still go ahead and apply for a tourist visa.

“Montenegro is a popular destination for UAE residents because it’s a European country that is not in the Schengen zone, so the visa process is a little easier,” Husham Kattingeri, an outbound travel supervisor at Regal Tours Worldwide, told Gulf News.

Montenegro is a popular destination for UAE residents because it’s a European country that is not in the Schengen zone, so the visa process is a little easier - Husham Kattingeri, an outbound travel supervisor at Regal Tours Worldwide

Kattingeri explained that you can apply for a tourist visa through a travel agent or go to the Montenegro embassy to fill out the visa application form.

“It’s important to note that your personal appearance in the embassy in Abu Dhabi is required if the visa is processed and approved, and only then will they stamp the visa in the passport, which will be returned on the same day,” he said.

Required documents:

As per Kattingeri, these are required documents for the tourist visa:

• Passport copy and UAE residence visa copy. • Passport-sized coloured photo (35x45 mm in JPEG format). • Proof of accommodation. • Bank account statement for the last three months. • Return flight ticket. • Travel health insurance valid in Montenegro for the duration of stay. • Employment certificate mentioning monthly salary.

How long does it take to receive the visa?

According to Kattingeri, it takes 29 working days for the visa to be processed.

What is the validity of the tourist visa?

“There is no standard duration or validity for the tourist visa, it is decided by the embassy,” he said.

Cost – “The embassy fee for the visa application is Dh160 and the travel agency fee to complete the process can vary from Dh500 to Dh800 ,” Kattingeri said.

UAE citizens with a valid passport can stay in Montenegro for up to 90 days without a visa.

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According to a whatsapp poll by khaleej times , which was answered by almost 9,000 people, most respondents work 50-60 hours a week.

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Dubai resident Dr Ahmed works almost 55 hours every week. On alternate weeks, the dentist practices seven days a week. “I work full time for 6 days a week, 8 hours a day in Abu Dhabi,” he said.

“Every alternate Sunday, I work with a clinic in Dubai. Most of it is during the evenings because that is when patients want to see us. That is also the reason why weekends are extremely busy for us.”

His is not an isolated case. According to a WhatsApp poll by Khaleej Times , which was answered by almost 9,000 people, most respondents work 50-60 hours a week. Almost 5,800 respondents said they worked up to 60 hours a week. More than 2,000 said they work 40-50 hours a week.

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However Dr Ahmed, who works in Abu Dhabi and commutes between the emirates every day, admitted that it leaves him little time with his family – including his two daughters. “My elder one, who is 7, is getting ready for bed when I reach back,” he said. “So, I help with her bedtime. My wife is also a healthcare professional. As soon as I get back home, she goes to sleep. Then, I am the primary caregiver of my 7-month-old infant. I get to spend a few hours with her and then put her to sleep. So life is all a balancing act now, especially after our baby was born.”

Similar to the Khaleej Times poll, a survey by communications agency duke+mir has revealed that the UAE is the world’s second hardest working country – clocking in an average of 50.9 hours per week.

Dr Ahmed said on Sundays, he always spends quality time with his children. “Sometimes we go out or we play together,” he said. “I make sure I put away all my devices and spend time with them. I go to work only during the time when they are asleep and I put in minimal hours there so I can be back by the time they wake up.”

Long working hours

According to experts, working long hours could cause irreparable damage to the human body. “While handling a one-off, high workload might be manageable, our bodies and nervous systems are not built for such prolonged stress,” said Noona Nafousi, CEO of Neo Noor. “If sustained over long periods, these can significantly damage our quality of life. Chronic overworking can lead to severe physical and mental health issues.”

However, for many Dubai expats, long working hours are part and parcel of daily life. According to Mohammed Noor, a delivery rider with a UAE-based company, he works 12 hours a day, six days a week. “That is what our contract says and that is what we have to do,” he said.

Another study by Business Name Generator said UAE residents work 52.6 hours per week, ranking the country third – after Malta and Bhutan.

In such cases, Noona says it is possible to achieve a work-life balance. “When long hours are unavoidable, instead of striving for a perfect 50/50 balance, the goal should be to find harmony,” she said. “Being fully present during work hours and then completely switching off during personal time is crucial. This takes a lot of practice if one is not used to it.”

Calm and peaceful mind

On the other end of spectrum is Mansoor Ali, owner and managing director of Ecogreen Contracting and Landscaping, who works an average of just three hours a day. “I believe in the power of delegation,” he said. “I delegate all my work to my employees. I have trained them to take ownership of their departments and work independently. The only rule I have is that they also must not work a minute over their assigned working hours.”

Mansoor uses the rest of his time to pursue his hobbies like travelling and to focus on his education. He is currently pursuing a PhD. “I believe that a calm and peaceful mind is a sharp one,” he said. “I enjoy my free time and like to spend it with my family. I also make it a point to never set a target for my company or my employees. Setting targets puts unnecessary pressure on them and me and this takes away from their ability to work to the best of their abilities.”

His words were supported by Dr Gurveen Ranger, a Clinical Psychologist with Sage Clinics. “Ironically, the longer hours we work the lesser productive we become,” she said. “Long hours will take it’s toll on our concentration and mental capacity, so when we are cognitively stretched, our processing speed, flexibility of thought – all gets impacted.”

Cutting down on hours

PR professional Houri Elmayan worked for 12-14 hours at agencies. “On some days, when I had nightlife clients, I would work from 9am to 3am with very little breaks in between,” she recalled. “These hours led me to give up the agency life and start my own firm. My primary goal was to gain work-life balance because I had zero time to invest into myself and my relationships.”

Today, as a mother of a 3-year-old, Houri only works from 8am to 2pm, after which she heads to pick up her daughter. “By changing my work hours, I saw a massive change in my life,” she said. “It is only after starting my own hours that I was able to fix myself from a health perspective. I was able to cook well, eat well, exercise and even do some physiotherapy to fix some issues. It is only after this that I met my life partner and we got married. I feel like I should have done it much sooner.”

According to an expert, one of the reasons why people work long hours is because of 'Eustress'. “It is a form of stress we experience when we get a buzz and excited to get something done,” said Monica Mathijs, founder of Monica Mahi Consulting.

“We believe we can work, put in the hours, and it feels good. When working on something which has a known beginning and end, in our minds, we can start to process the need to work longer hours as we are enjoying the process and are getting eustress from it. When we reach the end goal, we feel a sense of accomplishment.”

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