Greame, considering you are getting £60k per annum in the UK, my view is that the Qatari offer is better (I accept it does look a bit tight). Two other important factors are 1) your future salary raises and promotion propects in Qatar, and 2) the UK economic situation. Read today's FT FInancial TImes). The UK economy looks increasingly worrying and the UK prices are going further up. I think you can save up more in Qatar compared to what you will save in £60k in the UK (plus a better standard of living?). Best wishes with whatever decision you go with!