United Arab Emirates
All Visa Pathways(35 visas)
United Arab Emirates5-Year Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa
Multiple-entry tourism visa for the UAE valid for 5 years, allowing up to 90-day visits per entry and 180 days annually.
United Arab EmiratesArtificial Intelligence Specialist Visit Visa
Employer-sponsored 90-day visit visa for artificial intelligence and data science specialists collaborating with UAE technology entities.
United Arab EmiratesBlue Residence Visa (10-Year)
10-year renewable residence permit for environmental and sustainability leaders in the UAE.
United Arab EmiratesCruise Ship & Leisure Boat Tourism Visa
Multiple-entry tourism permit for cruise ship and leisure boat passengers visiting UAE ports, processable in 48 hours for AED 253.
United Arab EmiratesDiplomatic Visa
Entry and residency classification for diplomats, government officials, and international organization representatives with official sponsorship.
United Arab EmiratesDomestic Worker Residence Visa
A residence visa for household staff (e.g., maids, nannies, drivers) sponsored by a UAE resident or citizen.
United Arab EmiratesEmployment Visa
Employer-sponsored work residence for UAE employment with MOHRE-approved job offer.
United Arab EmiratesEntertainment Visit Visa
Temporary entry permit for international performers, musicians, artists, and production crews sponsored by a UAE-licensed entertainment entity for 30-90 day engagements.
United Arab EmiratesEntry Visa - 30 Days
Visa on arrival for qualifying nationalities; 30-day stay with 10-day grace period for extension; no work authorization.
United Arab EmiratesEvents Visit Visa
Short-term entry permit for international delegates, exhibitors, and attendees at UAE conferences, exhibitions, and cultural events, processed in 2 working days.
United Arab EmiratesFamily Visa - Spouse
Residence visa for spouse of employment or investor visa holder; sponsor requires minimum AED 4,000 monthly income.
United Arab EmiratesFreelance Permit
Self-sponsored work permit for freelancers and independent professionals in UAE free zones, with optional family sponsorship.
United Arab EmiratesGolden Visa (5/10 Year)
Long-term residency for investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, outstanding students, and humanitarian pioneers.
United Arab EmiratesGreen Residence for Freelancers/Self-Employed
Self-sponsored 5-year residency for freelancers and self-employed professionals with at least AED 360,000 annual income and a bachelor's degree.
United Arab EmiratesGreen Residence for Skilled Employees
Self-sponsored 5-year residence permit for skilled professionals earning AED 15,000+ monthly with bachelor's degree.
United Arab EmiratesGreen Visa
5-year self-sponsored residence for skilled employees, freelancers, and investors without employer dependency.
United Arab EmiratesHumanitarian Residence Permit
Temporary one-year residence permit for those unable to return home due to conflict or crisis, without requiring a local sponsor; renewal is at Authority discretion.
United Arab EmiratesInvestor Visa
Three-year UAE residence visa for shareholders or partners in a licensed UAE company, with work rights and family sponsorship.
United Arab EmiratesJobseeker Visit Visa
Self-sponsored visit visa for qualified professionals to explore UAE job opportunities for 60-120 days without an employer sponsor.
United Arab EmiratesMedical Visa - Companion/Attendant
Entry permit for family member or medical attendant accompanying patient for UAE treatment, valid 90 days per entry and renewable once.
United Arab EmiratesMedical Visa - Patient Treatment
Hospital-sponsored entry for international patients receiving medical treatment, valid 90–180 days in UAE facilities.
United Arab EmiratesMission Visa (Work Assignment)
Obtain fast-track short-term project work authorization in the UAE for skilled professionals via MOHRE quota approval.
United Arab EmiratesMultiple-Entry Tourist Visa
Multiple-entry tourism permit valid for 5 years with 90-day visits, no local sponsor required, and 2-day processing.
United Arab EmiratesParent Residence Visa
Sponsor your parents for UAE residency with fast 2-working-day processing and annual renewal.
United Arab EmiratesProperty Owner Visa - 2 Years
2-year residence permit for real estate investors holding property valued at AED 750,000+, renewable.
United Arab EmiratesRemote Work Visa
1-year residence for remote workers employed by companies outside the UAE.
United Arab EmiratesResidence Visa - Dependent
Residence permit for family members sponsored by a UAE resident with AED 4,000+ monthly income.
United Arab EmiratesRetirement Visa - 5 Years
Renewable 5-year residence for retirees aged 55+ with minimum financial resources through property, investments, or income.
United Arab EmiratesShort-Term Tourist Visa (Single Entry)
Single-entry e-visa for tourists, valid for 30 days in the UAE with simple online processing.
United Arab EmiratesStudent Visa
Study full-time at a UAE-registered educational institution with sponsorship, optional limited work rights, and annual renewal.
United Arab EmiratesTourist / Visit Visa
Short-term visit for tourism or business (30–90 days). Sponsored through airlines, hotels, or travel agencies; requirements vary by nationality.
United Arab EmiratesTransit Visa (96 Hours)
Layover entry permit for passengers with 8-96 hour stops, processed in 1-3 working days.
United Arab EmiratesTransit Visa - 48 Hours
Free 48-hour transit visa for passengers with confirmed onward flights exiting the airport during layovers.
United Arab EmiratesVirtual Work Residence Visa
One-year renewable residence permit for remote workers employed outside the UAE, requiring no job offer and processing in just 48 hours.
United Arab EmirateseVisa - GCC Resident (30 Days)
30-day eVisa for GCC residents seeking short-term UAE visits, extendable for another 30 days.
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