F4MG meets Dubai professionals at first Gulf News LevelUP

Date: 26–27 September 2026 | Venue: Dusit Thani Dubai

F4MG spent two days advising working professionals on permanent migration to Australia at the first Gulf News LevelUP, held at the Dusit Thani Dubai on 26 and 27 September 2026.

What is Gulf News LevelUP?

LevelUP was built for graduates and people already in work who are planning their next career move. More than 20 universities and career service providers took part, according to Gulf News.

The event follows 10 editions of Gulf News Edufair. LevelUP puts the focus on postgraduate study, professional qualifications and career changes.

Gulf News said the event covered subjects such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, sustainability and data analytics, alongside master's programmes and MBAs.

Inside the F4MG booth

F4MG's stand sat among university booths including Gulf Medical University, Canadian University Dubai and London Business School. Australian flags hung overhead, and road signs for Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane marked it out on the exhibition floor.

One-on-one consultations

Most visitors came for one-on-one consultations. F4MG's CEO and consultants sat down with them at small round tables to go through their options for moving to Australia permanently, and how long the process takes.

A client who came from Abu Dhabi

Some made a special trip. One F4MG client travelled from Abu Dhabi to meet the team in person at the stand.

Meeting Gulf News and the G'day Show giveaway

The F4MG team also met Gulf News officials at the stand. Staff handed out G'day Show tote bags to visitors and to fellow exhibitors around the hall.

Why F4MG was at LevelUP

F4MG handles permanent migration only. It does not take on student, working holiday or visitor visas.

The company says it has more than 22 years of experience and over 5,000 successful outcomes. It works with Australian Migration Legal Practitioners and says it only takes on cases with a good chance of success. Read more about F4MG's lawyer-led approach.

That focus suited the crowd. Many LevelUP visitors were mid-career professionals weighing up an MBA, a master's degree or a new qualification. For some of them, the next step is a skilled visa and a move overseas.

Professionals without formal papers for their skills can sometimes earn an Australian qualification based on their work experience.

What Gulf News said

Gulf News chief executive Vijay Vaghela thanked exhibitors as the event closed.

"We are delighted to have held our first Gulf News LevelUP event. Thank you to all of the universities, organisations, and partners who have made it possible through their passion for education and aspiration."

— Vijay Vaghela, CEO, Gulf News (source)

Mark Thompson, Editor-in-Chief of Gulf News, spoke about demand for further study.

"It's inspiring to see the opportunities on offer from so many fantastic establishments based here in the UAE and to hear about the demand and desire for postgraduate education."

— Mark Thompson, Editor-in-Chief, Gulf News

See the photos

Photos from both days are in the F4MG gallery.

Missed us at LevelUP?

You can still speak to the team. Check your eligibility online, call +971 54 735 3330 or book a free consultation.