Obtain an employment visa to work in the UAE

We secure your residency visa to stay long-term and work in the United Arab Emirates, from start to finish.

With its business-friendly environment and tax-free salaries, the UAE has become one of the top destinations for expats seeking career opportunities and an exceptional quality of life.

 

However, before you can legally work and live in the UAE, you must secure the correct visa type.

With its business-friendly environment and tax-free salaries, the UAE has become one of the top destinations for expats seeking career opportunities and an exceptional quality of life.

 

However, before you can legally work and live in the UAE, you must secure the correct visa type.

Standard work visa for employees

This is the most common type of work visa sponsored by an employer in the private sector, government sector, or free zones.

This visa grants you residency for up to two years, tied to the duration of your employment contract

The costs related to this visa and work permit are fully paid by your employer

You can sponsor your family if your have a minimum salary of AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 with accommodation

If you stay outside of the UAE for more than six months, your visa will be cancelled

Green visa for freelancers and skilled employees

Introduced in 2022, the Green Visa allows you to have your own residency visa without an sponsor, giving you more flexibility.

This visa grants you 5 years of residency in the UAE

Eligible if you earn at least AED 15,000 per month or if you earn an annual income of AED 360,000+ or proof of financial solvency*

*Requires a valid freelance permit issued by MOHRE or a recognised free zone

You can also sponsor your spouse, children*, and first-degree relatives

*Unmarried daughters (any age) and sons up to 25 years old

Golden Visa for skilled employees or specialist talents

This long-term visa is aimed at highly skilled professionals and those with exceptional talents.

With a golden visa, you can opt for 10 years of residency for you and your family

Eligible for spesialised talents like Ph.D holders, scientists, athletes, artists, etc.

Stays valid even if you leave the country for more than 6 months

You may sponsor your spouse, children*, and household staff

*Unmarried daughters (any age) and sons up to 25 years old

Required documents

To obtain a UAE residence visa as an entrepreneur, you must submit a comprehensive set of documents to verify your eligibility

Legal

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Valid employment contract issued by MOHRE (for mainland) or a registered free zone authority (for free zone companies)

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Government approval for exceptional talents (Golden Visa only)

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Any relevant certifications or proof of expertise

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Notarised copy of your diploma

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A copy of your CV

Personal

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Passport copy

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Medical test certificate

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UAE medical insurance

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ID photo in color

At Liberta, we handle all the documentation process for you, from gathering to submitting them to the government

Need any help with documentation? Feel free to contact us

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Provide us with your contact details to schedule a call with one of our experts to understand your goals, without commitments or obligations.

Book a private talk with an advisor

Provide us with your contact details to schedule a call with one of our experts to understand your goals, without commitments or obligations.

Book a private talk with an advisor

Provide us with your contact details to schedule a call with one of our experts to understand your goals, without commitments or obligations.

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