UAE Residence Visa

UAE residence is the right to stay in the country for a long time. The term legally established by the state is from 1 to 10 years.

In the United Arab Emirates, there is no permanent or temporary residency status for citizens of other countries. To reside in the UAE for a long time, a foreigner needs to obtain a resident visa – an alternative to a permanent residency. When the residency period nears its expiration, the visa can be renewed if all the applicant’s requirements are met.

With the introduction of the ‘Golden Visa’ in the UAE, foreigners now have the opportunity to obtain residency for 5 or 10 years.

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The primary methods to obtain a UAE residency visa include setting up a company, employment, registering as a freelancer, purchasing property worth 2 million dirhams, and more.

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Submit your application
We will carefully listen to your needs, discuss all the details, and propose an optimal action plan
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Contract Signing and Payment
At this stage, we will jointly agree on the list of our services and all necessary payments. The final cost will be fixed in the contract, ensuring there are no unexpected surprises
3
Medical Examination and Biometrics
We provide transportation for our clients undergoing medical examinations and biometrics
4
Receipt of the Residency Visa and Emirates ID Card
The exact time frame for receiving the Emirates ID depends on the workload of the immigration authorities

Why should you contact us?

Registration of your company in the UAE on a turnkey basis

We help to open corporate and personal bank accounts

We are engaged in registration and renewal of licenses, the VAT registration procedure

We provide assistance in obtaining a resident visa of the country

We carry out a comprehensive audit, help to keep accounting records

Assistance in obtaining permits and certificates

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We work with government agencies, free zones and banks without intermediaries

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    UAE residency opens the following prospects:

    The opportunity to open accounts in UAE banks and manage financial assets.

    You can get a driver’s license.

    The access to public medicine and health insurance.

    The opportunity to educate children in public and private schools.

    Acquire the right to work.

    The possibility to obtain a loan from local banks.

    You gain broad access to local services.

    The opportunity to open accounts in UAE banks and manage financial assets.

    You can get a driver’s license.

    The access to public medicine and health insurance.

    The opportunity to educate children in public and private schools.

    Acquire the right to work.

    The possibility to obtain a loan from local banks.

    You gain broad access to local services.

    The cost of a residency visa in the UAE

    The process of obtaining a residency visa in the UAE involves additional financial fees that depend on the type of permit. These expenses include:

    • Visa processing and issuance fee.
    • Payment for the medical examination.
    • Costs associated with obtaining the Emirates ID.
    • Documentation fees from the Ministry of Labor related to work visa approval.

    The final cost of UAE resident visa depends on its type and the sponsoring entity or individual.

    Visa types Costs
    Spouse visa 3000 – 4000 AED
    Visa for children 3000 – 4000 AED
    Employee visa (depends on the position held) 5 000 – 8 000 AED
    Investor visa (includes Emirates ID, status change, medical examination, and visa stamping) around 4000 AED

    Get in touch with the experts at Make Fortune to learn how to acquire UAE resident visa. We will advise you on the residency options that are right for you, help you with the documentation, and assist with the application process.

    We suggest exploring several guaranteed ways to obtain UAE residency:

    Open a business

    The quickest and most convenient way to become a UAE resident is to register a company in one of the free zones.

    Benefits of this option:

    • 100% ownership of the business.
    • Transparent registration procedure.
    • The opportunity to conduct business in one of the world’s most developed countries.
    • The right to benefit from favorable tax legislation.
    • Obtaining a UAE residency visa for a duration of 2 years.

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    Employment with a local or free zone company

    To obtain a work permit, documents confirming the existence of a contract, or a job offer from a company located in the UAE are required. Work visas are issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDFRA). The application for a work visa is submitted and paid for by the employer on behalf of the employee. The duration of such a visa depends on the employment contract. Most often, work visas are issued for a period of two years.

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    Obtaining permission for freelance activity

    A freelancer license allows you to work legally anywhere in the United Arab Emirates. Based on it, you can obtain a freelancer visa, which does not require an applicant to have a sponsor or a company.

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    Dependent Status

    Dependents include children, parents, domestic staff, and close relatives.

    Dependents can be sponsored by:

    • An expatriate employed in the United Arab Emirates.
    • An investor or business owner.
    • A property owner in the UAE.

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    College or university admission

    A student residency visa is issued to college or university students who are 18 years of age or older. To obtain this visa, you need to provide an official admission notification. It is mandatory to have a sponsor, which can be parents, relatives, or the educational institution itself. The student visa is initially issued for one year and is subsequently renewed annually upon confirmation of continued education.

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    Purchasing property in ownership

    To become a resident of the Emirates, you need to purchase real estate with a value of at least 750,000 dirhams (approximately $204,191 equivalent). The duration of the visa depends on the value of the acquired property. UAE residency through property ownership does not grant the right to work within the country.

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    Obtaining a golden visa

    The Golden Visa is issued for 5 or 10 years. Its holders gain access to education, healthcare, tax benefits, and other privileges available to the citizens of the United Arab Emirates.

    The validity of the investor visa depends on the amount of funds invested. To obtain a 10-year “Golden” UAE visa, an investment of not less than 2 million dirhams should be presented in the form of an investment fund or company.

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    Obtaining a retirement visa

    Since 2018, the United Arab Emirates has had a program for residents aged 55 and older, allowing foreign citizens to reside in the UAE after concluding their employment. Spouses and dependents of residents are also eligible for such a visa.

    The retirement visa is issued for 5 years and can be renewed upon expiration. Visa holders also have the option to continue working in the UAE if they wish.

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    Open a business

    The quickest and most convenient way to become a UAE resident is to register a company in one of the free zones.

    Benefits of this option:

    • 100% ownership of the business.
    • Transparent registration procedure.
    • The opportunity to conduct business in one of the world’s most developed countries.
    • The right to benefit from favorable tax legislation.
    • Obtaining a UAE residency visa for a duration of 2 years.

    Сonsultation

    Employment with a local or free zone company

    To obtain a work permit, documents confirming the existence of a contract, or a job offer from a company located in the UAE are required. Work visas are issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDFRA). The application for a work visa is submitted and paid for by the employer on behalf of the employee. The duration of such a visa depends on the employment contract. Most often, work visas are issued for a period of two years.

    Сonsultation

    Obtaining permission for freelance activity

    A freelancer license allows you to work legally anywhere in the United Arab Emirates. Based on it, you can obtain a freelancer visa, which does not require an applicant to have a sponsor or a company.

    Сonsultation

    Dependent Status

    Dependents include children, parents, domestic staff, and close relatives.

    Dependents can be sponsored by:

    • An expatriate employed in the United Arab Emirates.
    • An investor or business owner.
    • A property owner in the UAE.

    Сonsultation

    College or university admission

    A student residency visa is issued to college or university students who are 18 years of age or older. To obtain this visa, you need to provide an official admission notification. It is mandatory to have a sponsor, which can be parents, relatives, or the educational institution itself. The student visa is initially issued for one year and is subsequently renewed annually upon confirmation of continued education.

    Сonsultation

    Purchasing property in ownership

    To become a resident of the Emirates, you need to purchase real estate with a value of at least 750,000 dirhams (approximately $204,191 equivalent). The duration of the visa depends on the value of the acquired property. UAE residency through property ownership does not grant the right to work within the country.

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    Obtaining a golden visa

    The Golden Visa is issued for 5 or 10 years. Its holders gain access to education, healthcare, tax benefits, and other privileges available to the citizens of the United Arab Emirates.

    The validity of the investor visa depends on the amount of funds invested. To obtain a 10-year “Golden” UAE visa, an investment of not less than 2 million dirhams should be presented in the form of an investment fund or company.

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    Obtaining a retirement visa

    Since 2018, the United Arab Emirates has had a program for residents aged 55 and older, allowing foreign citizens to reside in the UAE after concluding their employment. Spouses and dependents of residents are also eligible for such a visa.

    The retirement visa is issued for 5 years and can be renewed upon expiration. Visa holders also have the option to continue working in the UAE if they wish.

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    Frequently Asked
    Questions

    How much does a residency visa in the UAE cost?

    The cost of one "turnkey" visa is approximately $2,500 USD.

    Where can I live with a UAE residency visa?

    A resident visa does not impose territorial restrictions on the choice of place of residence. You have the right to rent accommodation in any emirate that is convenient for you.

    What is the difference between entry permission in the UAE and a resident visa?

    "Entry permission depends on the purpose of the visit, allowing you to enter the country and stay on its territory for a set period, typically up to 2 months. The application for permission is submitted by a sponsor before your arrival in the Emirates. A resident visa allows you to stay in the country for an extended period. If you entered the Emirates with permission, your sponsor has the right to apply to the relevant authorities for a resident visa."

    How long does a UAE resident visa last?

    Resident visas are issued for a period ranging from one year to three years, after which they can be renewed upon expiration. Investor visas are issued for 5-10 years and are also eligible for renewal.

    How to renew a UAE resident visa before it expires?

    A resident visa can be renewed within 30 days before its expiration date. To do this, the sponsor must apply to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in the respective emirate. There is also the option to renew an expired visa within 30 days from its expiry. If it is not renewed within the specified period, the resident must exit the UAE and re-enter with an entry permit.

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