Resource Augmentation vs Hiring in the UAE: The Total-Cost Model

Fully-loaded cost of a UAE hire is 1.45 to 1.65× the base salary (visa, insurance, gratuity, gear, office). Resource augmentation typically delivers equivalent capability at 40 to 70% of FT cost with 5 to 7 day time-to-start. Best for sub-12-month roadmaps, specialist skills, or hiring pauses.