What is the age limit for Dubai Work Visa?

Dubai does not specify an age limit for work Visas. However, candidates willing to migrate to Dubai with a work visa must be over 18 years old. The retirement age in Dubai is 60. Employees who obtain an annual work permit from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) can continue working until the age of 65 if they fulfill other eligibility requirements.

 

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Dubai Work Visa Eligibility

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

 

• Are at least 18 years old
• Hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• Have a minimum work experience of 2 years
• Meet the medical requirements specified for that job role
• Have no criminal records against your name
• Have a valid employment offer from a company or employer in Dubai

 

Note: The employer or the company hiring you must have a valid business license recognized by the MoHRE.

 

Documents required for a Dubai Work Visa

Dubai offers several types of work visas, and the required documents vary for each type. The following is the list of documents that are commonly needed for any work visa type in Dubai:

 

• An original and valid passport
• Completed work visa application form (usually sponsored by the employer)
• Recent passport-sized pictures
• Visa application fee payment receipt
• Entry permit issued by the Ministry of Labor
• Academic qualification details authorized by the Embassy or Consulate and Ministry of Foreign Affairs in your country
• Employment offer letter describing your job role, salary package, and other details
• Professional work experience details such as proviso pay slips, recommendation letters, and experience letters
• Copy of the trade license of the company sponsoring you
• Criminal clearance record
• Proof of sufficient funds
• Additional documents, as specified by the MoHRE

 

Types of Dubai Work Visa

The table below lists the types of Dubai Work Visa offered to foreign workers willing to work in the country:

Type of Visa	Validity
Employment Visa	Up to 2 years
Investor Visa	3 to 5 years
UAE Golden Visa	10 years
Dubai Digital Nomad Visa	1 year
Mission Visa	60 to 90 days
Domestic Helper Visa	1 to 2 years

 

Steps to Apply for a Dubai Work Visa

The steps to apply for a Dubai Work Visa are mentioned below:

 

Step 1: Choose the type of work visa you want to apply for

Step 2: Check if you are eligible for the visa

Step 3: Provide an employment contract to be sponsored by your employer

Step 4: Arrange the checklist of documents

Step 5: Fill in the visa application form

Step 6: Pay the visa application fees

Step 7: Await your visa approval

Step 8: Fly to Dubai

 

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