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Freelance Visa

UAE Residency Enables Legal Freelancing and Family Sponsorship

A UAE residence visa allows you to legally work as a freelancer across both the mainland and the country’s free zones. It also gives you the right to sponsor residence visas for your family members.

The rise of the gig economy — driven by the growth of digital platforms and accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic — has reshaped the global job market. Professionals from various industries increasingly choose freelancing over traditional employment. This shift is fueled by the flexibility and independence that remote work offers: setting your own schedule, selecting the most rewarding projects, and traveling without disrupting your career.

Recognizing this trend, the United Arab Emirates introduced a special visa for independent professionals — the Freelance Permit. This permit officially designates the holder as a self-employed individual and does not require a company sponsor or employer.

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Your Document Checklist for a UAE Freelance Permit

➦ If the applicant is a UAE resident, they can remain in full-time employment under their current employer’s sponsorship. In this case, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer is required to apply for a freelance permit.

Media professionals are also required to submit a portfolio. Applicants in the education sector must provide certificates and documents proving their qualifications.

You will need to prepare:

A clear color copy of your passport

Passport-size photograph

Copy of the passport page showing your most recent UAE entry stamp

Copy of your tourist visa

(if available)

Copy of your residence visa

(if available)

A clear color copy of your passport

Passport-size photograph

Copy of the passport page showing your most recent UAE entry stamp

Copy of your tourist visa

(if available)

Copy of your residence visa

(if available)

How to Get a Freelance Visa

The applicant must submit an application to the registration authority in the emirate where they plan to work. A freelance permit can be obtained in certain free zones. These permits are issued in the following locations:

To obtain UAE residency quickly and at minimal cost, the easiest way is to contact the professionals at Make Fortune and apply for a freelance visa.

Dubai Media City (DMC)

Dubai Internet City (DIC)

Abu Dhabi

Creative City Fujairah

RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone)

Ajman Free Zone (AFZ)

UAQ FTZ (Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone)

Dubai Media City (DMC)

Dubai Internet City (DIC)

Abu Dhabi

Creative City Fujairah

RAKEZ (Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone)

Ajman Free Zone (AFZ)

UAQ FTZ (Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone)

Benefits of a Freelance Visa in the UAE

A freelance visa is an excellent solution for professionals who want to work independently, manage their own schedule, and live in a developed country with a stable economy and abundant opportunities.

Who Can Apply for a Freelance Visa?

The UAE freelance visa is designed for remote workers in professions that fall into four main categories:

Design: fashion designer, hairstylist, interior designer, jewelry designer, stylist, makeup artist, etc.
Education: education advisor, executive coach, researcher, trainer, etc.
Media: actor, animator, artist, sound engineer, videographer, copywriter, journalist, PR specialist, translator, etc.
Information Technology: web developer, software engineer, data analyst, and other IT specialists.

How Much Does a UAE Freelance Visa Cost?

The total cost of a freelance visa includes the freelance permit (license), immigration card, visa fees, and other charges. The final amount depends on the emirate or free zone where the application is submitted.

For example:

Freelance permit in Dubai: AED 9,520
Residence visa with all government fees: AED 4,740
Immigration card: AED 2,000 (required for visa issuance)

The visa is valid for 2 years and can be renewed upon expiration.

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Not sure how to apply for a freelance visa? Let Make Fortune guide you.

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From the first consultation to the final step, our experts will be with you at every stage.

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