Working visa

You require a work permit and a resident visa to work in the emirate (evidence of employment). Finding a job is the first step to getting a Dubai work permit before you go to the UAE. Next, as your sponsor, it will be your employer’s responsibility to submit applications for your working visa for Dubai and your resident visa.

After permission is obtained, the procedure starts. The foreigner can then enter the nation and reside there for two months after that. After that, it will be the employer’s duty to perform medical examinations, obtain a UAE Resident Identification and Labour Card for the employee’s passport, and get the work residency permit stamped on it.

You can travel to Dubai on a visiting visa, such as a visa on arrival or a tourist visa, and then work there while being sponsored by your future employer. You won’t be able to ensure that you’ll find work, though, and you will only be able to start working once your visa has been granted.

Employers are required to offer health insurance to their staff in Dubai. It is their duty as sponsors to provide some fundamental protection. But, consider a local, compatible international health insurance plan if you want extra coverage or are not yet employed in the emirate.

To apply for a Dubai working visa, follow these steps:

Find a job in Dubai: Before applying for a working visa, you need a job offer from a company in Dubai. You can search for job vacancies on online job portals, company websites, or through recruitment agencies.

Submit your application: The company will typically sponsor your visa application once you have a job offer. You must provide the company with your personal information, including your passport details, educational and work experience, and other relevant information.

Obtain a work permit: Once your application is submitted, the company will apply for a work permit on your behalf. This permit will allow you to work legally in Dubai.

Apply for a residence visa: After you have obtained your work permit, you can apply for a residence visa. This will allow you to reside in Dubai for your employment.

Medical examination: You must undergo a medical exam at an approved medical centre in Dubai. This is to ensure that you are free from any contagious diseases.

Obtain Emirates ID: You will also need to obtain an Emirates ID, a mandatory identification card for all residents of Dubai. This can be obtained from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA).

Final steps: Once you have completed all of the above steps, your visa will be processed and notified of its status. If approved, you must collect your ticket from the relevant authority.