Can foreigners do remote work in Dubai?

Yes, Dubai welcomes remote workers from around the world to migrate and work in the country via the Virtual Working Programme. Foreign skilled workers willing to migrate and work remotely in Dubai, UAE, can apply for the Dubai Remote Work Visa. The Dubai Remote Work Visa ranks fourth among the world's best digital nomad visas. The visa allows you to migrate to Dubai and do remote or virtual work for up to one year.

 

Dubai Remote Work Visa Eligibility

You would be eligible for a Dubai Remote Work Visa if you:

 

• Are aged above 18 years
• Earn at least AED 5000 per month
• Have sufficient medical insurance coverage
• Have proof of ownership of the company (in the case of business owners)
• Can provide accommodation details in Dubai

 

Dubai Remote Work Visa Requirements

The documents required to apply for a Dubai Remote Work Visa are listed below:

 

• Completely filled out Dubai Remote Work Visa application form
• A valid and original passport
• Recent passport-sized picture
• Details of your accommodation
• Medical insurance details
• Three months’ bank statements
• Payslip of the last month
• Proof of employment with a year contract (for remote employees)
• Proof of ownership of the company for at least one year ( for business owners)

 

Steps to Apply for a Dubai Remote Work Visa

The steps to apply for a Dubai Remote Work Visa are as follows:

 

Step 1: Check if you are eligible for a Dubai Remote Work Visa

Step 2: Gather the documents required

Step 3: Fill out the application form from the official website 

Step 4: Complete the fee payment

Step 5: Fly to Dubai, UAE upon visa approval

 

The Dubai Remote Work Visa has a processing time of 3 to 14 days, and the processing fee is AED 2243.

 

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