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To stay in the UAE for an extended period, you need a resident visa, which grants you the right to live and work in the country for a specified duration
Resident Visa Application Process
Issuance of Entry
Permit for the UAE
Permit for the UAE
Arrival in the UAE and obtaining the entry stamp
Undergoing a medical examination
Drafting the Memorandum of Association (MOA)
Receiving or attaching the UAE Resident Visa
Obtaining the
Emirates ID
Emirates ID
Main Types of Resident Visas
A work visa is for individuals with an employment contract in the UAE, allowing them to work in the country.
Requirements:
1.Employer applies for Entry Permit
2.Employee arrives and undergoes a medical examination
3.Submit visa documents
4.Receive resident visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
2-3 years, renewable with the contract
Requirements:
- Valid employment contract with a UAE employer
- Relevant qualifications for the position
- Passport (valid for 6+ months)
- Photos
- Medical certificate
- Employment contract
- Educational certificates (if required)
- Attested documents
1.Employer applies for Entry Permit
2.Employee arrives and undergoes a medical examination
3.Submit visa documents
4.Receive resident visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
2-3 years, renewable with the contract
For foreign nationals investing in UAE property.
Requirements:
1.Purchase property and register ownership
2.Submit visa application with supporting documents
3.Undergo medical examination
4.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
2 to 10 years
Requirements:
- 2-year visa: Minimum property investment of AED 750,000 (~$204,000)
- 10-year GOLD VISA: Minimum property investment of AED 2 million (~$545,000)
- Passport
- Property ownership certificate
- Property valuation documents
- Medical certificate
- Photos
- Income proof (if required)
1.Purchase property and register ownership
2.Submit visa application with supporting documents
3.Undergo medical examination
4.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
2 to 10 years
For entrepreneurs planning to start or develop a business in the UAE.
Requirements:
1.Register company or make an investment
2.Submit visa application
3.Undergo medical examination
4.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
2 to 10 years
Requirements:
- Establish or invest in a business in the UAE
- Proof of financial stability and a business plan
- Passport
- Company incorporation documents
- Proof of capital
- Business plan
- Medical certificate
- Photos
1.Register company or make an investment
2.Submit visa application
3.Undergo medical examination
4.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
2 to 10 years
For students enrolled in UAE educational institutions.
Requirements:
1.Apply through the educational institution
2.Undergo medical examination
3.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
For the duration of the study (usually 1 year), renewable
Requirements:
- Admission letter from a UAE institution
- Proof of financial capability to cover tuition and living expenses
- Passport
- Admission letter
- Proof of funds
- Medical certificate
- Photos
1.Apply through the educational institution
2.Undergo medical examination
3.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
For the duration of the study (usually 1 year), renewable
Allows UAE residents to bring close family members to live with them.
Requirements:
1.Collect required documents
2.Submit visa application through the relevant authority
3.Undergo medical examination
4.Receive visas and Emirates IDs for each family member
Validity:
Dependent on the sponsor’s visa, typically up to 3 years, renewable
Requirements:
- Sponsorship by a UAE resident
- Minimum income requirement for the sponsor to support family members
- Passports of the sponsor and family members
- Marriage, birth certificates (proof of relationship)
- Medical certificate for family members over 18
- Sponsor's income proof
- Photos
1.Collect required documents
2.Submit visa application through the relevant authority
3.Undergo medical examination
4.Receive visas and Emirates IDs for each family member
Validity:
Dependent on the sponsor’s visa, typically up to 3 years, renewable
A visa for independent professionals who work for themselves without a permanent company employment. This visa is available through specific free zones in the UAE.
Requirements:
1.Apply through a free zone offering freelance licenses
2.Obtain a freelance license
3.Undergo a medical examination
4.Submit documents for the resident visa
5.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
1-3 years, renewable
Requirements:
- Relevant qualifications or experience in the chosen field
- Proof that the applicant will work independently
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
- Resume or portfolio
- Photos
- Proof of existing or potential clients (if available)
- Medical certificate
1.Apply through a free zone offering freelance licenses
2.Obtain a freelance license
3.Undergo a medical examination
4.Submit documents for the resident visa
5.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
1-3 years, renewable
For remote workers or business owners who wish to live in the UAE while continuing to work for a company or manage a business outside the UAE.
Requirements:
1.Apply through relevant UAE authorities
2.Provide proof of remote work and income
3.Undergo a medical examination
4.Submit documents for the resident visa
5.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
1 year, renewable
Requirements:
- Employment with a company outside the UAE or business ownership
- Proof that the work can be done remotely
- Minimum income requirement (typically around $5,000 per month)
- Passport
- Employment contract or business ownership documents
- Proof of income (e.g., bank statements)
- Medical certificate
- Photos
1.Apply through relevant UAE authorities
2.Provide proof of remote work and income
3.Undergo a medical examination
4.Submit documents for the resident visa
5.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
1 year, renewable
The Talent Visa is for outstanding professionals in fields such as science, art, sports, and culture who can contribute significantly to the development of the UAE.
Requirements:
1.Apply for the visa with supporting documents
2.Undergo a medical examination
3.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
5 to 10 years, renewable
Requirements:
- International recognition in their field
- Proof of significant achievements and contributions
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
- Documents proving achievements (e.g., awards, publications, contracts)
- Medical certificate
- Photos
1.Apply for the visa with supporting documents
2.Undergo a medical examination
3.Receive visa and Emirates ID
Validity:
5 to 10 years, renewable
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Advantages of a UAE Resident Visa
- Legal Long-Term Stay
Legally reside in the UAE for several years with the option to renew
2. Free Movement
Enter and exit the UAE without needing frequent visa applications
3. Prestige and Status
Being a UAE resident enhances your business reputation
4. Tax Residency Status
Benefit from tax advantages, including no personal income tax
5. Business and Employment
Legally conduct business or work in one of the world's most dynamic economies
6. Healthcare Access
Mandatory medical insurance provides access to quality healthcare
7. Banking and Credit
Easy access to financial services, including opening accounts and obtaining credit
8. Educational Access
Your children can attend top educational institutions in the UAE
9. Family Sponsorship
Sponsor your family members to live with you in the UAE
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