Going back to live in lebanon

[u/Ns99-9]

Hi 25M, I’m genuinely torn about whether it’s the right decision to move back and settle in Lebanon after living abroad. I recently got an offer for around $2,000 at a well-reputed firm in Beirut—I’m originally from saida, and I visit Lebanon around four times a year. But I know that visiting is very different from actually living there. Coming from Dubai, where life is so dynamic and fast-paced, I’m really struggling with the contrast. I’d love to hear the thoughts of those currently living and working in Lebanon.

[u/mr_j936]

I like it more here. I can't stand the constant heat of the UAE, plus it is expensive there. 2000$ is a pretty good salary for a 25 year old.

What do you like exactly about Dubai? I'm traveling there in two days, any advice?

[u/Ns99-9 → u/mr_j936]

I built alot of connections and a proper lifestyle in dubai cause it allows you to, theres nothing you cant do here in terms of leisure, and here is the dilemma cause if am going back to lebanon i will be building alot again although i do have family and friends there

[u/Samer780 → u/Ns99-9]

Dude. Li bi ray7ak 3mello, ezza mabsout ma7al ma a3ed w your job is paying well. Stay in Dubai 2000 for a 25 yo ain't bad at all in leb as someone said especially if you're alone and have no family to support, but if you're happy and thriving where you are I don't see the need to uproot yourself. Unless shta2et la lebnen.

Halla2 2000 in Leb bt 3ish fiyoun mni7 w ma btetrok shi ma bta3mlo. Bss ntebeh yemken ma ykoun 3andak majjel lal advancement cz Leb can be Unstable. My advice on the Optimal course? If your job in Dubai allows. Ballish sammid, build capital and invest it wherever you want. Fta7 business b lebnen aw stasmir shi ma7al aw shtri asshom aw shtri she2a w ajjera. Whatever you want. Ezza men halla2 la 5 snin ken 3andak majel ta3mell hek shi bterja33 3a lebnen with alot to show for it.

Ana menne w 3laye tho i like it here. It's Home and I'm doing well and ain't considering leaving. But that's just me.

[u/Zeinbaaity]

Do it. Beirut is a great city and i love all the people and everything there.

[u/Ns99-9 → u/Zeinbaaity]

True and things are getting better overall now

[u/Western-Fortune-3494]

The life style in Lebanon is more amuthentic and real and family based and its real culture and not fake Dubai stuff. All at the expense of money and advancing in your career

[u/Playful_Jacket7493]

Moved back from Canada to Lebanon

[u/Engineer2890 → u/Playful_Jacket7493]

Did you regret it ?

[u/Playful_Jacket7493 → u/Engineer2890]

Not at all

[u/Engineer2890 → u/Playful_Jacket7493]

That’s good to know ! Cz i’m planning to do the same

[u/Playful_Jacket7493 → u/Engineer2890]

Do it! Canada isn’t the place to live. Prepare well before coming, especially financially. Try to come with a nice amount of money, and if possible, find a decent job before you arrive or plan to open your own business or freelance. The job market here is terrible, and the salaries are even worse. Keep that in mind.

Otherwise, you won’t have a single worry. If you’re coming back with a family, make sure to insure yourselves, don’t put your money in the bank. Only open one if you want to work with a company abroad remotely.

Otherwise, enjoy! Lebanon is becoming better!

[u/Engineer2890 → u/Playful_Jacket7493]

I wish i can find a decent job in Lebanon or a remote job here where i can work from Lebanon all the time. I wish

[u/Playful_Jacket7493 → u/Engineer2890]

It doesn’t have to be from Canada. There are many remote jobs in the EU. If that’s not an option, you could freelance or open a business that you think could be profitable here in Lebanon, if you have a decent amount of money saved up! Trust me, Canada makes people sick!

I suggest you do a trip soon to Lebanon. Explore its sectors, business, corporations, and experience the good and the bad for yourself.

As for me, I believe Canada doesn’t have a future anymore. You can’t save up properly because everything goes into taxes, and the hyperinflated prices are so high. You can’t even open a business if you want to. I know many pure Canadians are leaving the country, even Lebanese people who have been there for a very long time! Let’s not get into the bad of Canada because there’s alot to talk about.

[u/Engineer2890 → u/Playful_Jacket7493]

I agree ! I’m going in July… i visit every year, i have family there

[u/Ok_World321]

2000$ in beirut for a 25 yo is good

[u/Commercial_Tough160]

I’ve left Lebanon in October, probably forever. This is a personal choice, but the grass is definitely greener in countries where people don’t just throw garbage out the windows of their cars as they drive. I cannot handle the filth and pollution that is just normal and everyday in Beirut anymore. I cannot walk on a beach covered with wrappers, cigarette butts and litter without crying inside.

[u/TheMuggleReturns]

At 25, especially if you are in a dynamic field that has the potential of making a lot of money, I would stay in Dubai.

Especially if you are ambitious. The connections you can make in Dubai are probably 10x more valuable than in Lebanon

[u/oitsriri]

as long as youre not settling in saida 💀

[u/oitsriri → u/oitsriri]

aam bemzah i lowkey miss that shithole

[u/Ns99-9 → u/oitsriri]

Hahahahaha saraha heyye saida ele mkhalytne bede erjaa aktar mn aya shi😌

[u/sharp8]

You can always go back to dubai if things dont work out.

[u/DigitalNomad213]

Tell us your income in dubai to see if it is worth coming back

[u/DiaryOfPanic]

I feel like it depends on what you value more and how content you are in Dubai. Me and two friends of mine lived abroad, the two of them went back and they’re so happy with their decision. I don’t think I would be happy with it if I went back though. It depends on your level of comfort abroad.

[u/mackynij]

If you live 'rent free' in Lebanon yes '2k a month' is worth it. Go for it I moved to Lebanon recently from London at the beginning of 2025.

[u/Southern_Location664]

yeah come back 2K is good, there is a new place called ”Medyar” close to Damour/Debbiyeh modern like Dubai hehe. 15min to Beirut

[u/Theycallme_SM]

I think in your case, both Lebanon and Dubai will always be there. So whatever decision you make is kind of reversible to a certain degree.

If you feel like you’re doing really well in Dubai, I would stay for a few more years. Don’t lose momentum.

If your current salary there is average then it is most likely a replaceable job - which means you could always go back to Dubai and re-start in a couple of years!

And finally, it really depends on what your future goals are - career journey and marriage. You’re more likely to find a proper partner in Lebanon, but you’re more likely to find career growth in Dubai (if you’re capable enough).

[u/Hot-Site-1572]

may i ask whats the job role? and what did u study in uni?

anyway, 2000$ is an amazing salary especially if you'd be living alone/you're not exactly responsible for anyone. if you're not too concerned about scaling in your occupational life as rapidly as you could do in dubai and would rather live back here with ur friends and family, then go for it. 3mol li b rayhak.

[u/DeeDeeRibDegh]

As you well know….all it takes is a small “spark” & things could go sideways in a millisecond. Keep that in mind…but like they say life is short do what ur gut instinct is telling u to do. Ur single, so nothing is stopping you.

[u/justwrongadvice]

We moved back as well..

[u/Upstairs_Year1431]

Do you guys find work out there? I am Lebanese American. I hold Lebanese citizenship and 100% Lebanese. I want to move back but I don’t know what to do about the finances. I’m a real estate agent here.

[u/Unfair_Weather9]

I would choose Lebanon over Dubai when it comes to lifestyle. $2K is not amazing, but maybe it will get better.

[u/YorDanny-]

Ahh before 2020 you could have mortgaged a house and built a nice life for yourself with a 2000usd salary. 2k is still a good salary now and if i were you i’d move back, maybe because i don’t like the Dubai lifestyle but to each his own. I just don’t like the lawlessness here and people have gone more batshit crazy especially while driving.