Authorities issue employment visas to skilled and qualified professionals, individuals engaged or appointed by companies, organizations, and economic undertakings, such as technicians, technical experts, sales managers, etc.
Types of Work Visas in the UAE
On September 5th, 2022, the UAE government implemented new immigration regulations, including a recent residency visa system introducing several new categories.
Under the new regulations, residence permits for work include.
Contractual employment residence permits are employer-sponsored and need approval from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MOHRE) and an employment contract. The Green Visa is a 5-year self-sponsored residence permit for investors, highly-skilled workers, and freelancers.
Requirements to Obtain UAE Work Visas?
- A valid passport and a photocopy
- Passport photos
- Emirates ID card
- Ministry of Labor entry permit
- Results of a medical screening
- A copy of a company card from the employer.
- A copy of the company’s commercial license.
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