United Arab Emirates immigration guide

Explore 3 immigration pathways to United Arab Emirates, with official processing times, costs and requirements for each route.

At a glance

Region: Middle East
Official language: Data being updated
Currency: AED
Popular visas: Golden Visa, Green Visa, Freelance Permit
Pathways listed: 3

Official immigration authority: gdrfad.gov.ae

Work

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Green Visa

The UAE Green Visa is a 5-year long-term residence visa for skilled employees, freelancers, investors, and entrepreneurs, allowing them to live and work in the UAE without a local sponsor.

WorkModerate

Processing: Data being updated
Est. cost: Data being updated

Permanent Residence

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Golden Visa

The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residency program for investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, and outstanding individuals, allowing them to live, work, and study in the UAE without a local sponsor.

Permanent ResidenceModerate

Processing: Data being updated
Est. cost: Data being updated

Digital Nomad

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Freelance Permit

The UAE Freelance Permit allows digital nomads, remote workers, and freelancers to legally live and work in the country while serving overseas clients without a local employer sponsor.

Digital NomadEasy

Processing: Data being updated
Est. cost: Data being updated

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