The main solutions
There are several ways to obtain a residence visa for the Emirates.
Investor
Authority fees: from AED 3 750
Our fees: AED 4 000
Employee
Authority Fees: from AED 3 750
Our fees: AED 2 000
Dependent
Spouse / child.
Authority fees: from AED 2 350
Our fees: AED 2 000
Remote work
Government fees: AED 2 243
Our fees: AED 2 000
Other residence visas
Green Visa
Government Fees: variable
Our Fees: AED 2 000
Retired - 55+
Government fees: AED 3 714,75
Our fees: AED 2 000
Golden Visa - 10 years
All-inclusive total: AED 11 834,75
Student
Visa managed directly by the university or school.
Investor and employee
Investor visa
The Investor visa is available in 2 cases:
- You are a shareholder of a Free-zone or Mainland company. The visa is then issued for 2 renewable years.
- You purchase real estate. The duration depends on the total value of your properties located in the Emirates:
- 2 years: total between AED 750 000 and AED 1 999 999.
- 10 years: total above AED 2 000 000.
Costs:
- Authority fees: from AED 3 750.
- Our assistance fee: AED 4 000.
Work visa
This visa requires an employer and an employment contract in the Emirates.
- Free-zone: 2 years, renewable.
- Mainland: 2 years, renewable.
The holder of a freelance permit issued by a Free-zone Registry is also eligible for this type of visa, for a period of 2 years, renewable.
Costs:
- Authority fees: starting from AED 3 750.
- Our assistance fee: AED 2 000.
Family and studies
Visa for a dependent
A person holding a residence visa in the UAE can “sponsor” their family members. The duration of their visas is equal to that of their sponsor’s visa.
The following family members can be sponsored:
- husband;
- wife(s);
- daughter, with no age limit;
- son up to 21 years old;
- parent.
Costs:
- Authority fees: from AED 2,350.
- Our assistance fee: AED 2,000.
Student visa
People who come to study in the Emirates receive a visa for the duration of their studies.
As these visas are managed directly by universities or schools, you should contact them to find out about the costs and application procedures.
Remote Work and Green Visa
Virtual visa linked to remote work
For employees or self-employed individuals outside the Emirates, it is possible to obtain a visa valid for 1 year.
For employees:
- Employment contract of at least 1 year.
- Minimum salary of AED 12 853 / USD 3 500 per month.
- Latest payslip.
- Bank statements for the last 3 months.
For self-employed individuals:
- Proof of ownership of a company for at least 1 year.
- Minimum average income of AED 12 853 / USD 3 500 per month.
- Bank statements for the last 3 months.
Costs:
- Authority fees: AED 2 243 / USD 611.
- Our assistance fee: AED 2 000.
Green Visa
The Green Visa is issued for a period of 5 years.
It is reserved for the following categories:
- Freelancers / self-employed workers.
- Skilled employees.
- Investors or partners.
Costs:
- Authority fees: variable cost, contact us.
- Our assistance fee: AED 2,000.
Golden Visa and retirement visa
Golden Visa
The Golden Visa is issued for a period of 10 years. It is intended in particular for:
- investors: public or real estate investment;
- entrepreneurs;
- exceptional talents;
- scientists and professionals;
- exceptional students and graduates;
- humanitarian pioneers;
- frontline heroes.
Fees:
- Medical Check: AED 700.
- Emirates ID: AED 1 153.
- New visa: AED 2 706,75.
- DLD Fees: AED 4 020.
- Administrative fees: AED 3 255.
Total: AED 11 834,75 for 10 years.
Visa for a retiree
A renewable 5-year visa is available for people over 55 who meet at least one of the following conditions:
- Option 1: minimum annual income of AED 180,000 or AED 15,000 per month.
- Option 2: AED 1 million in savings in a 3-year fixed deposit.
- Option 3: AED 1 million in real estate.
- Option 4: a combination of options 1 and 2 worth at least AED 1 million, with a 3-year fixed deposit and real estate worth AED 500,000 each.
Costs:
- Authority fees: AED 3,714.75.
- Our assistance fee: AED 2,000.