Secure Your UAE Employment Visa and Start Your Journey to a Thriving Career!
Dreaming of a promising career in the UAE? Look no further! You’ll need a valid UAE employment visa and work permits to work and reside in this vibrant country legally. Don’t fret – your employer will handle the visa process for you!
Here’s how it works: once the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) issues your work permit, it will be smoothly converted into a residency visa, granting you the opportunity to thrive in the UAE for an extended period.
But before you dive into your new role, there’s a two-month grace period. Your company will efficiently handle the necessary arrangements, such as medical testing, labor card issuance, Emirates ID processing, and visa stamping – ensuring you can focus on preparing for your exciting journey ahead!
The UAE is a place that values family bonds dearly, and we understand the importance of having your loved ones close. Once you receive your visa, you’ll be privileged to sponsor your family to join you in this remarkable country. Yes, that includes single mothers, too – we’ve got you covered!
Now, let’s go over the essential rules to ensure a seamless visa process:
- Age Requirement: You must be at least eighteen to apply for a UAE employment visa.
- Company License: Your employer should have a valid license to hire foreign nationals.
- In-Country Hiring: You can be hired while on a visit visa in the UAE or when you’re already employed but wish to switch to a new opportunity.
- Age-Based Categories: If you’re above sixty-five, no worries! We have specialized categories that cater to your unique skills and qualifications, ensuring a fair and rewarding experience.
The UAE attracts professionals worldwide and offers a diverse and vibrant work environment and an enriching cultural experience. Embrace this incredible opportunity, and soon you’ll contribute to the UAE’s ever-growing success story!
Let your journey to professional Pro Services excellence begin with a seamless UAE employment visa process. Trust your employer, follow the rules, and prepare to embrace an enriching career in the heart of the Middle East. Welcome to the UAE, where dreams come to life!
UAE Employment Visa Rules:
If you wish to reside and work in the UAE, you must fulfill the following conditions:
- An individual must be at least eighteen years and above.
- Valid license from the company hiring you.
- You must be hired while you are in the country when you are on a visit visa or you are already working somewhere and wish to switch companies.
- For an employee above the age of sixty-five, the company pays a higher fee. They are divided into 3 categories based on their skills and qualifications-
CATEGORY 1: A bachelor’s degree
CATEGORY 2: A post-secondary diploma in any field
CATEGORY 3: A high school diploma
- This should be done within sixty days or till your work permit is valid. After this, you will receive your labour card and emirates ID
New Employment visa
| Ministry of labor charges | Immigration, DHA & ICA | |||
| Description | Amount | Description | GDRFA Amount | E Vision Amount |
| E quota Payment | 153.00 | Immigration Application Typing: Inside Country Outside Country | 1072.50 422.50 | 1172.50 539.50 |
| MOL Inspection Fee | 430.00 | Change Status | 572.50 | 672.50 |
| Work Permit | 243.00 | Medical | 330.00 | 330.00 |
Labor Insurance: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 145.00 189.00 | Emirate ID | 270.00 | 270.00 |
| Labor fee ( Depends on Category) CATEGORY 1 |
203.00
| Labor Contract Submission | 83.00 | 83.00 |
CATEGORY 2-A: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 333.00 1083.00 | Tawjeeh* | 80.00 | 80.00 |
CATEGORY 2-B: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 453.00 1783.00 | Visa Stamping | 393.50 | 493.50 |
CATEGORY 2-C: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 633.00 2083.00 | Bank Charges for GDRFA Users | 50.00 | |
CATEGORY 2-D: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 833.00 2483.00 | Noqodi | 30.00 | |
| CATEGORY 3 | 5000.00 | E-Dirham | 10.00 | 10.00 |
| Typing and Photocopying | 60.00 | 60.00 | ||
Documents required for an UAE employment visa:
- Original passport and copy (at least six months)
- Passport size photograph with a white background
- Copy of educational certificates attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or consulate in your country and from the UAE Embassy.
- Medical certificate issued by a health center approved by the government.
- Documents from the company including trade license and company card.
Employment Visa Renewal
| Ministry of labor charges | Immigration, DHA & ICA | |||
| Description | Amount | Description | GDRFA Amount | E Vision Amount |
| Renewed Work Permit | 83.00 | Medical | 330.00 | 330.00 |
| Tawjeeh* | 80.00 | Emirate ID | 270.00 | 270.00 |
Labor Insurance: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 145.00 189.00 | Labor Contract Submission | 83.00 | 83.00 |
Labor fee ( Depends on Category) CATEGORY 1 |
203.00
| Visa Stamping | 393.50 | 493.50 |
CATEGORY 2-A: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 333.00 1063.00 | Bank Charges for GDRFA Users | 50.00 | |
CATEGORY 2-B: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 633.00 1413.00 | Noqodi | 30.00 | |
CATEGORY 2-C: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 533.00 1813.00 | E-Dirham | 10.00 | 10.00 |
CATEGORY 2-D: Skilled Semi-Skilled | 733.00 2363.00 | Typing and Photocopying | 60.00 | 60.00 |
| CATEGORY 3 | 5000.00 | |||
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
- Trade License copy
- Company Labor Card Copy/Ejari
- Company Establishment Copy
- Original passport
- EID copy
- 4 White background passport size photograph
- Local sponsor Passport copy
- Salary details
- Original E-signature card
Employment visa Cancellation
| Sr. No | Description | GDRFA CHARGES (AED) | E-Vision Charges (AED) |
| 1. | Labor Cancellation Charges | 166.00 | 166.00 |
| 2. | Immigration Cancellation Charges | 230.00 | 230.00 |
Documents Required:
- Original Passport
- Original EID
- Original E signature card
- Trade License Copy
- Company Labour card copy
- Company Immigration Copy