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BILD members together at a morning beach meet-up in Dubai

British Indians in the UAE, since 2019

Where British Heritage
Meets Indian Heart

Friendships, family days, social nights and sporting activities, a professional network, and a directory that backs British Indian business.

Members
2,000+
Rated
5.0

What brings you to BILD?

I want to join BILD

For British Indians living in the UAE. Events, family days and festival celebrations.

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BILD by the Numbers

A network that is already thriving

You are not joining something new. You are joining something that already works.

2,000+

British Indians in the BILD network

Across the UAE, and still growing every week

100+

Events hosted since 2019

Socials, family days and celebrations

2019

Established in Dubai

Built by members, year after year

Who We Are

British and Indian. One family.

BILD is a membership network created exclusively for individuals of British Indian heritage, or the spouse or partner of someone who is, living in the UAE. We welcome those of Indian origin who were born, raised, or previously settled in the UK and identify with both British and Indian roots.

This is a space where anyone who connects with our British Indian spirit can feel at home, whether you have lived in Dubai for years or have just arrived.

We connect members through social meet-ups, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to support British Indian businesses, professionals, and entrepreneurs across the Emirates. While we embrace all faiths, BILD remains centred on the unique experiences of British Indians living abroad.

Born or raised in the UKIndian heritageLiving in UAEAll faiths welcomeFamily friendly
Why Join BILD?

Belong. Connect. Grow.

One membership, three things every British Indian in the UAE needs: a family to belong to, a network to draw on, and a place for your business to be seen.

Belong

Your people, already here.

Friendships that outlast the group chat. Social nights, festival celebrations and family days, whether you landed last month or a decade ago.

  • Social nights
  • Festivals and celebrations
  • Family-friendly events

Connect

Who you know, without starting over.

Professional networking with entrepreneurs, executives and specialists who share your background. Introductions, recommendations from people who have already done it, and the knowledge that takes years to build alone.

  • Professional networking
  • Warm introductions
  • Member knowledge base

Grow

A network that backs its own.

Visibility for your business in the BILD Business Directory, member offers from across the network, and a straightforward way to support British Indian businesses in the UAE and UK.

  • Business Directory listing
  • Member-only offers
  • Reach 2,000+ members
What Our Members Say

Loved by the BILD Family

5.0 from 45 reviews on
Reviews from Google

BILD – British Indian Ladies in Dubai – is so much more than just a community group; it’s a genuinely supportive network of women who are always willing to help one another. What I love most is that no question ever feels too big, too small or too random! Whether someone is looking for the best restaurant to take visiting parents, recommendations for schools, ideas for keeping the kids entertained during the holidays, a trusted doctor, beauty recommendation, or even the nearest tailor to a particular member – someone will invariably come back with an answer, a recommendation or an introduction. The list really is endless! There is such a lovely spirit of “sharing is caring” within the group. Members freely share their experiences, knowledge, contacts and advice, which can be invaluable, particularly when navigating life in Dubai. There is a real sense that women genuinely want to help other women. A huge amount of credit also goes to the founder, Truna. Despite creating and nurturing such a wonderful community, she remains incredibly humble, approachable and helpful. She leads by example, is always willing to support others and has created an environment where kindness, generosity and genuine connection sit at the heart of the group. BILD is welcoming, informative, positive and, above all, wonderfully supportive. It is a fantastic example of what a community can be when people genuinely look out for one another. Sharing really is caring – and BILD lives that beautifully. With gratitude 🙏🏻 ❤️

Pav Shroff

2 months ago

Upcoming Events

Join us at our next BILD gathering

BILD Diwali Dhamaka 2026

Sold out

BILD Diwali Dhamaka 2026

Saturday, 14 November 2026Al Habtoor Polo Resort, Dubai

**** THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! **** THIS IS A BILD MEMBER ONLY EVENT 💥 THE WAIT IS OVER… BILD DIWALI DHAMAKA IS BACK! 💥 And if you know, you KNOW… this is the BILD night everyone talks about long after the lights go down! 🪔🔥 Join us for the 7th Annual BILD Diwali Dhamaka on Saturday 14 November 2026 at the spectacular Al Habtoor Polo Resort! ✨🐎 Seven years of BILD. Seven years of friendships, laughter, connections and unforgettable celebrations. This year, we’re bringing it all together for our biggest, boldest and most glamorous Diwali night yet! ❤️ Get those sarees and sherwanis ready, gather your partners and friends and prepare to dance, laugh and celebrate with a room full of people who arrive as guests and leave feeling like old friends. That’s the BILD magic!💃🏽🕺🏽 And yes… this one is strictly ADULTS ONLY! So book the babysitter, dress all the way up and let your hair down without any little ones crying that they want to go home! 😂🙌🏽 What’s waiting for you? 🍛 A delicious Indian feast specially created by the resort’s newly appointed Head Chef 🔥 Bollywood and Bhangra anthems guaranteed to fill the dance floor 🎭 Fabulous entertainment and a few surprises along the way 📸 Gorgeous photo moments for all those Diwali looks ✨ A stunning five-star setting ❤️ And the unbeatable warmth, buzz and energy of a proper BILD celebration! Every year this event is fully subscribed. Every year the dance floor is packed. And every year you tell us it ended far too soon! 🥳 Spaces are genuinely limited. 📅 Saturday 14 November 2026 ⏰ 8 til late 📍 Al Habtoor Polo Resort, Dubai Come for the celebration. Stay for the friendships, the laughter, the dancing and the memories. Let’s light up Dubai and make Diwali 2026 our most unforgettable BILD Dhamaka yet! 🪔✨🔥❤️

BILD BEACH WALK - Nov 2026 (Free to Attend - just turn up!)

BILD BEACH WALK - Nov 2026 (Free to Attend - just turn up!)

Saturday, 21 November 2026Kite Beach - Cafe Good Life - paid parking available in the car parks nearby., Dubai

🌊 BILD BEACH WALK IS BACK! ☀️💙 There’s something so lovely about starting the weekend outdoors, by the beach, with good company and that gorgeous Dubai winter weather! 🥰 Our BILD Beach Walks are all about what BILD does best… bringing people together. ❤️ No formality, no pressure and no need to know anyone beforehand. Just turn up, walk, chat and meet other like-minded British Indians living in Dubai. Come on your own, with your partner, bring the kids or come with friends. All ages are welcome! It’s a really easy, relaxed way to meet new people, make connections and feel part of the community, while getting some fresh air, movement and morning sunshine in one of Dubai’s most beautiful settings. 🌊☀️ 📍 Kite Beach 📅 Saturday 21st November ⏰ 9.30am 💙 FREE to join So mark it in your diary now! 📅 Grab your trainers or flip flops 🩴👟, water and sunnies and come start your Saturday feeling energised, refreshed and hopefully with a few new BILD friends too! ☀️❤️ Free registration below.. Come alone or come together… you’ll always have someone to walk with at BILD. 🥰

BILD Family Dog Walk (Free to Attend - just turn up!)

BILD Family Dog Walk (Free to Attend - just turn up!)

Sunday, 22 November 2026Dubai Islands Dog Beach, Dubai

🐾🐶 CALLING ALL BILD DOGGIES & THEIR HUMANS! 🐕❤️ It’s time for a BILD Doggy Beach Walk! 🐾🌊☀️ 📅 Sunday 22nd November ⏰ 10am 📍 Dubai Islands Dog Beach Bring your furry besties along for some fresh sea air, sandy paws, wagging tails and lots of doggy socialising! 🐶🐾 While our four-legged friends sniff, play and make new buddies, it’s the perfect chance for us dog parents to meet, have a laugh and make some new friendships too! ❤️ Whether you’ve got a tiny pup or a big fluffy troublemaker, we’d love to see you all there! 🐕🐩 After all, BILDing friendships isn’t just for humans! 😂❤️🐾 🐾 Register Below Come for the walk, stay for the pawsome company! 🐶❤️ THIS EVENT IS STRICLTLY FOR BILD MEMBERS ONLY

You don’t just join BILD.
You find your people.

Moving to the UAE is easy. Feeling at home takes people who get it, without you having to explain yourself. That is what BILD is for.

Meet people

Familiar faces in a city where you arrived knowing nobody.

Make friends

The kind you call on a Sunday, not just the ones in a group chat.

Build connections

A network of British Indians who understand where you started.

Discover opportunities

Work, clients, advice and introductions that come from knowing people.

Celebrate who you are

Diwali, cricket, Sunday roasts and everything in between.

Truna Jaswal, Founder of BILD
A message from our Founder

Welcome to BILD

“Hello, I'm Truna, the Founder of BILD. What started as a simple idea, bringing people together so no one ever feels alone in a new city, has grown into a warm, close-knit network that feels like family.”

“BILD is all about belonging. We laugh together, support each other, celebrate our heritage, and create moments that feel special.”

“BILD is built with heart. It is a family where kindness leads, friendships grow naturally, and everyone is genuinely welcomed.”

“This is a space where anyone who connects with our British Indian spirit can feel at home, whether you have lived in Dubai for years or have just arrived.”

“Welcome to BILD. Your people, your place, your Dubai family.”

Truna Jaswal

Founder, BILD

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about BILD

BILD (British Indians Living in Dubai) is a membership network for people of British Indian heritage living in the UAE, connecting members through festival celebrations, social events, business networking.

BILD is open to individuals of Indian origin who were born, raised, or previously settled in the United Kingdom, who identify with both British and Indian roots, and who are currently residing in the UAE. Spouses and partners of someone who meets these criteria are also welcome.

BILD is based in Dubai and most active there, but membership and events are open to British Indians living anywhere in the UAE.

Join BILD to get access to events and the Business Directory. You can apply on our Join page, where the membership fee is shown before you pay.

Yes - the BILD Business Directory lists British Indian businesses and professionals across the UAE and UK, open to both BILD members and non-members.

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