In recent years, the UAE has introduced a variety of residence visa options to suit different aspirations and lifestyles. From a Gold visa to specialized visas for investors, retirees, and even remote workers, the UAE offers a solution for everyone.

A resident  visa in the UAE offers many opportunities for foreigners:

• Freedom of living. The right to reside in the UAE and move freely throughout the country.
• Banking services. Ability to open bank accounts and receive financial services.
• Education and medicine. Access to quality education and health care.
• Business opportunities. Opportunity to do business and invest in the UAE economy.
• Safety. High level of security and stability in the country.
• Convenient location. СStrategically advantageous geographical location, providing easy access to other regions of the world.

Types of UAE Resident visas

• Work visa. Working in the UAE under a contract with a company that has the appropriate license allows you to obtain a work visa, which can later be converted into a residence permit.
• Full-time visa. Successful registration of freelancing activities and proof of stable income are also grounds for obtaining a resident visa.
• Investor’s visa. Starting and running your own business in the UAE is a great way to gain long-term residency rights.
• Real estate ownership. If you have purchased a property in the UAE, this entitles you to a residency visa..
• Family visa. Family members of UAE residents can apply for a family visa and, accordingly, residency.
• Golden visa. The Golden Visa program is intended for investors, entrepreneurs, and specialists in certain fields and is issued for 10 years.
• Retirement visa. The program for pensioners with a certain level of income allows you to get the right to long-term residence in the UAE.
• Visa for a remote employee. C is issued for a period of one year with the possibility of extension upon application. To obtain this visa, the applicant will need to submit a number of documents, including: bank statements confirming income, a resume and an employment contract.

To maintain your visa, you must fly to the UAE once every 180 days if you have a work visa, один once a year if you have an investor visa, and free visit if you are a gold visa holder.

Stages of obtaining a resident visa (general procedure):

Regardless of the chosen path, the process of obtaining a residence permit usually includes the following steps:

1. Consultation and planning: Getting professional advice is an important step to choose the best path and avoid mistakes. Our specialists will help you collect the necessary documents and prepare your application.
2. Preparation of documents and conclusion of a contract: Collect a complete package of documents and conclude a contract with an immigration agent or law firm.
3. Medical examination and biometrics: Passing a medical examination and submitting biometric data.
4. Application and waiting: Submit an application to the relevant authorities and wait for a decision. The review period may vary depending on the workload.
5. Obtaining a visa and Emirates ID: Obtaining a resident visa and Emirates ID-an official identity card.

Documents required to successfully obtain visas in the UAE

• Original passport (minimum validity period of 6 months)
• Color photo: The phonography should be clear and the applicant’s face should occupy more than 80% of the image.
• Medical examination, including blood tests, chest X-rays and HIV tests, to ensure compliance with Dubai health standards
• Birth/marriage certificate for individual applicants or marriage certificate for those traveling with their family or spouses
• Entry visa that grants permission to enter Dubai before applying for a residence visa
• Application for a residence visa, including an identity card and all necessary documents

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