Posted on August 05 2024
Foreign workers willing to migrate and settle in Dubai with a job offer must apply for a Dubai work visa. The Dubai Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) offers several types of work visas to suit the needs and purposes of foreign workers. The types of work visa suitable for you depend on your type of employment, the type of service offered, and the maximum time you would be required to stay in the country.
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Foreign workers can avail of the following types of work visas in Dubai:
The Dubai Employment Visa is the most common work permit for foreign workers. Skilled professionals working as senior executives or trained technicians with 2 to 3 years of professional work experience can apply for this visa. The visa is valid for a maximum of two years and can be renewed, provided the renewal application is made before the original visa expires.
The following are the documents required to apply for the Dubai Employment Visa:
Dubai and the UAE have several free zones, which allow workers to work in a tax-free environment, and no customs duties or restrictions are applicable. Foreign workers can apply for a Free Zone Visa to work within specific free zones, such as the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC). These visas aim to attract businesspeople and investors to migrate and invest in Dubai.
The following are the four types of free zone work permits in Dubai:
The documents required to apply for any of the Free Zone Work Permits in Dubai are mentioned below:
In 2021, Dubai introduced the Digital Nomad Visa to allow freelancers and remote workers to work remotely while staying in the country. Remote workers, including business owners and freelancers earning a minimum of $5000, can apply for this visa, which is valid for up to one year.
The following are the documents required for a Dubai Digital Nomad Visa:
The table below has the specific requirements for business owners and employees willing to apply for a Dubai digital Nomad Visa:
Documents for business owners |
Documents for employees |
Proof of company ownership for at least one year |
Proof of employment with at least one year contract |
Documents showing a minimum salary of AED 18,365 per month |
Documents showing a minimum salary of AED 18,365 per month |
The past 3 months' bank statement |
The past 3 months' bank statement |
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Recent payslips |
Foreign entrepreneurs willing to set up, own, or invest in a business in Dubai can apply for a Dubai Investor visa. The minimum investment amount is AED 5 million for a property or AED 10 million in the public sector, and the visa is valid for a maximum of 3 years. According to a recent survey, it is estimated that 4,300 Indian millionaires are moving to the UAE in 2024.
Investors seeking a long-term residence visa via investment can also apply for the UAE Golden Visa. This visa allows foreign investors to work, study, and migrate to the UAE with their families for a ten-year stay.
The following are the documents required for a Dubai Investor Visa:
Professionals employed under foreign missions, including embassies, consulates, or diplomatic organizations based in Dubai, can apply for a Dubai Mission Visa. This visa allows foreign professionals to migrate and stay in Dubai for up to 60 days.
The following are the documents required for a Dubai Mission Visa:
Dubai offers the Domestic Worker Visa to invite people willing to work as house helpers, drivers, or nannies. This visa is mostly sponsored by the employer and is valid for up to 2 years.
The following are the documents required for a Domestic Worker Visa in Dubai:
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