VisaSolutions

Duration : Short Term

• Tourist Visa: This visa is designed for individuals who want to visit the UAE for tourism or leisure purposes. It is valid for 30 or 90 days and can be extended for an additional 90 days.
• Visit Visa: For people who want to visit family or friends in the UAE, this one is ideal for them. It is usually valid for 30 or 90 days and can be extended for an additional 90 days.
• Business Visa: It’s suitable for those who want to visit the UAE for business purposes, such as attending conferences or meetings. It’s valid for 14 or 30 days and can be extended for an additional 14 days.
• Student Visa: This visa is made for those who want to study in the UAE. It’s valid for 1-year and can be renewed.
• Transit Visa: Such a type is for individuals who are in transit through the UAE and want to leave the airport for a short period. Its validity duration is for 48 hours.
• Mission Visa: If you want to visit the UAE for government or diplomatic purposes, this type is made for such cases. It is usually valid for 30 days and can be extended.
• Job Seeker Visit Visa: the UAE lately introduced this type of visa to allow job seekers to find new opportunities in its market. This type grants you a valid stay for 60, 90, or 120 days.

1. UAE 10-Year Golden Visa or Long-Term Investor Visa

This visa is for investors with significant public investments in the UAE.

Requirements:

• Investment of at least AED 10 million in the UAE.
• Ownership or partnership in a company with a capital of AED 10 million.
• Investment in multiple sectors with a minimum of AED 10 million, with 60% in non-real estate sectors.

Guidelines:

• Investment must not be loaned.
• Retain the investment for three years.
• Financial assets should amount to AED 10 million.
• Business partners can be included if each invests AED 10 million.

Validity: 10 years, with automatic renewal.

2. UAE 5-Year Golden Visa or Property Investor Visa

Ideal for those acquiring property in the UAE.

Ideal for those acquiring property in the UAE.

• Property value should be no less than AED 5 million.
• Investment should not be a loan.
• Retain the property for three years.

Documents:

• Passport, previous visa, personal photo, title deed, good conduct certificate, bank statement, health insurance, and utility bill.

3. UAE Retirement Visa

For residents above 55 years.

Requirements :

• Investment in real estate worth AED 2 million.
• Savings of AED 1 million or ongoing income of AED 20,000/month.
• Combination of property and savings amounting to AED 2 million.

Documents:

• Passport, marriage certificate, current UAE residency visa, Emirates ID, title deed, proof of savings, proof of retirement letter, income letter, and bank statements.

Validity: 5 years, renewable.

4. UAE Employment Visa

For foreign nationals employed by a UAE company.

Sponsorship: Employer acts as the sponsor.

Documents

• Company: Trade License, Immigration Card, Labour Card.
• Employee: Passport, personal photo, education certificate, previous visa, Emirates ID, health insurance.

2 Years (mainland), 3 years (free zone/government entity), subject to renewal.

5. UAE Company Investor Visa

For business owners or shareholders.

Documents:

• Company: Trade License, Immigration Establishment Card, Memorandum of Association, Partnership contract, Partners list.
• Investor: Passport, personal photo, bank statement, previous visa, Emirates ID.

Validity: 3 years, renewable.

6. UAE Family Visa

For expats to sponsor their immediate family members.

Sponsorship: Spouse, children, and parents.

Requirements:

• Salary and refundable deposit criteria for sponsoring family members.

Documents:

• Sponsor: Passport, residency visa, Emirates ID, labour card, salary certificate, Ejari/Tawtheeq Certificate, utility bill, bank statement.
• Dependants: Passport, photo, previous visa, marriage certificate, birth certificate, health insurance.

Validity: 1 to 3 years, parallel to the sponsor’s visa.

7. UAE Domestic Workers Visa

For recruiting domestic workers.

Sponsorship: Maids, housekeepers, cooks, drivers, babysitters.

Requirements:

• Sponsor's salary should be at least AED 25,000.
• Non-relation proof if of the same nationality.
• Sponsor must be a UAE resident living with their family.

Documents:

• Sponsor: Visa application, non-relation proof, passport, resident visa, photo, bank statement, labour contract, health insurance, tenancy contract, salary certificate.
• Worker: Passport, visa, photo, medical fitness certificate.

Validity: 1 year, renewable.

8. UAE Specialist Resident Visa

For individuals with special talents.

Requirements:

• Accreditation from relevant UAE authorities.
• Documented exceptional talents.

Validity: 10 years, renewable.

9. UAE Student Visa

For students enrolled in UAE educational institutions.

Documents

• Passport, photo, visa and tuition fees receipt, current visa, admission letter.

Validity: 1 year, renewable annually.

10. Green Visa

For skilled professionals, investors, entrepreneurs, and students.

Benefits:

• Long-term residency.
• Family sponsorship.
• Flexible grace period of up to 6 months post visa cancellation.

Outstanding specialised talents

Requirements

• Skilled professionals: Valid employment contract, minimum salary AED 15,000.
• Freelancers: Freelance permit, minimum income AED 360,000 over 2 years.
• Investors: Investment of AED 1 million.

Validity: 5 years.

Short-Term Visas

Tourist Visa

For tourism and leisure.

Validity: 30 or 90 days, extendable for 90 days.

Visit Visa

For visiting family or friends.

Validity: 30 or 90 days, extendable for 90 days.

Business Visa

For business purposes like attending meetings.

Validity: 14 or 30 days, extendable for 14 days.

Transit Visa

For individuals transiting through the UAE.

Validity: 48 hours.

Mission Visa

For government or diplomatic visits.

Validity: 30 days, extendable.

Job Seeker Visit Visa

For seeking job opportunities.

Validity: 60, 90, or 120 days.

GCC Resident Visa

For GCC nationals.

Documents :

• Passport, health insurance, proof of employment/income.

Validity: 1 year.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this guide is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Visa requirements and regulations may change, and it is advisable to consult with the UAE immigration authorities or an expert before making any decisions related to visa applications.