Our Visa Service

The UAE offers various visa types to accommodate different purposes, such as tourism, employment, business, and investment. While it’s possible to apply for visas independently, many individuals and businesses opt for visa service providers due to the complex nature of the process and to save time and effort.

Types of Visa Services

  • Document preparation and verification: Ensuring all required documents are correct and complete.
  • Application form filling: Helping clients accurately fill out visa application forms.
  • Appointment scheduling: Booking necessary appointments for medical tests, biometrics, and visa submissions.
  • Visa status tracking: Keeping clients informed about the progress of their visa application.
  • Visa issuance and delivery: Arranging for visa collection and delivery to clients

The UAE Golden Visa

The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residency permit offered to investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, and exceptional talent. It offers significant advantages and flexibility compared to traditional visas.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for a Golden Visa, you typically need to meet one of the following criteria:

  • Investment: Owning property worth AED 2 million or more, investing in a business, or investing in government securities.
  • Entrepreneurship: Owning a company with a market value of AED 10 million or more.
  • Specialized Talent: Holding a PhD or being a top graduate from a prestigious university, or being an outstanding student in the top 25% of their class.
  • Exceptional Talent: Being a renowned figure in science, medicine, culture, or sports.
  • Investors in SME: Investing in an SME in the UAE.

Benefits of the Golden Visa

  • Long-term residency: Valid for 5 or 10 years, renewable.
  • No need for a sponsor: You can live and work in the UAE without a local sponsor.
  • Family inclusion: Can sponsor spouse and children of any age.
  • Flexible stay: Can stay outside the UAE for up to six months without affecting visa status.
  • Sponsorship of domestic workers: Can sponsor unlimited number of domestic workers.

Application Process

The application process typically involves:

  1. Meeting eligibility criteria: Determine which category you qualify for.
  2. Document preparation: Gather required documents, such as passport, financial statements, property deeds, or academic certificates.
  3. Application submission: Submit the application to the relevant government authority.
  4. Visa approval: Await approval of the visa application.
  5. Visa issuance: Once approved, the visa will be issued.

Investor Visa in the UAE

The UAE offers several types of investor visas to attract foreign investment. These visas provide residency permits to individuals who meet specific investment criteria.

Types of Investor Visas

  1. Golden Visa: This is a long-term residency visa granted to investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, and exceptional talent. To qualify for a Golden Visa, you typically need to meet certain criteria such as owning property worth AED 2 million or more, investing in a business, or having specific qualifications or skills.
  2. Real Estate Investor Visa: This visa is granted to individuals who purchase property in the UAE. The minimum property value required varies depending on the emirate. For example, in Dubai, the minimum investment is AED 750,000.
  3. Business Investor Visa: This visa is granted to individuals who establish or participate in commercial activities in the UAE. The specific requirements vary depending on the type of business and investment amount.

Benefits of Investor Visas

  • Residency: Allows you to live and work in the UAE.
  • Family Sponsorship: You can sponsor your spouse and children for residency.
  • Visa Validity: Investor visas typically have longer validity periods compared to other types of visas.
  • Tax Benefits: The UAE has a tax-friendly environment.

Process

The process for obtaining an investor visa involves:

  1. Meeting the Investment Criteria: Ensure you meet the specific requirements for the chosen investor visa category.
  2. Document Preparation: Gather the necessary documents, such as passport, financial statements, and property deeds.
  3. Application Submission: Submit the application to the relevant government authority.
  4. Visa Approval: Await approval of the visa application.
  5. Visa Issuance: Once approved, the visa will be issued.

Employment Visa in the UAE

An employment visa is granted to foreign nationals who have secured a job offer from a UAE-based company. The visa allows the holder to reside and work in the country for a specified period.

The Process

Generally, the employer is responsible for the visa application process, which typically involves the following steps:

  1. Job Offer: The employer extends a job offer to the employee.
  2. Work Permit: The employer applies for a work permit from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MOHRE).
  3. Entry Permit: Once the work permit is approved, the employer applies for an entry permit for the employee.
  4. Medical Test: The employee must undergo a medical examination.
  5. Visa Stamping: The employee’s passport is stamped with the residence visa.
  6. Emirates ID: The employee applies for an Emirates ID.

Key Points

  • Employment Contract: A valid employment contract is essential for the visa process.
  • Visa Duration: Employment visas are typically issued for one to three years, depending on the contract.
  • Dependents: Spouses and children can usually be sponsored for dependent visas.
  • Visa Renewal: Visas can be renewed as long as the employment contract is valid.
  • Visa Cancellation: In case of job termination, the visa must be canceled.
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