Visa Services
The different types of visas available in the UAE
Investor Visa
Investors and entrepreneurs setting up businesses in the UAE mainland receive this type of visa, which remains valid for up to three years and is eligible for renewal.
Requirements
- The applicant must invest a certain amount of money in a business in the UAE.
- For 10-year visa: Establish a company in the UAE with a capital of AED 10 million.
- For 5-year visa for entrepreneurs: The individual should invest at least AED 500,000 in an existing project or a project that has been approved by an accredited business incubator
- The business must be legal and licensed to operate in the UAE.
- Provide proof of investment, such as bank statements or financial documents
- Have a valid passport
- Must pass a security background check
- The applicant may be required to have a medical examination
Partner Visa
Business partners of a UAE national or a company in the UAE receive this visa type, which remains valid for up to three years and is eligible for renewal.
Requirements
- A document that shows the amount of money that will be invested in the business, such as a bank statement or a letter from the investor’s bank.
- A copy of the trade license or a certificate of registration of the proposed company.
- Valid passport with a minimum validity of six months.
- A certificate of good conduct or a police clearance certificate from the investor’s home country.
- A medical fitness certificate obtained from a UAE government-approved medical center.
- A sponsor must be appointed for the visa application process, and this can be the business partner or a UAE-based company
Tourist/Visit Visa
A tourist visa allows visitors to enter the UAE for a short period of time for the purpose of tourism, leisure or visit.
Types of tourist visas in the UAE
- 30-day tourist visa: This visa is valid for 30 days from the date of entry into the UAE and can be extended for an additional 30 days.
- 90-day tourist visa: This visa is valid for 90 days from the date of entry into the UAE and cannot be extended.
Requirements
- Valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months
- Confirmed return flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Travel insurance
- Sufficient funds to cover the stay in the UAE
Applicants may also need to provide biometric data, such as fingerprints, as part of the application process. It’s recommended to check the specific requirements and procedures for the tourist visa in advance.
Golden Visa
The UAE’s Golden Visa program, introduced to attract foreign investors, entrepreneurs, and highly skilled professionals, offers a 10-year residency visa. This enables recipients to live and work in the UAE for a decade without the requirement of a local sponsor.
Eligibility Criteria & Requirements
Property/Real Estate Investment
Investment in Business
Public Investments
Exceptional Talent
High-Level Executives
Family Visa
A family visa is issued to the family members of an employee or investor in the UAE. It is valid for up to three years and can be renewed.
Requirements
- The applicant must be a family member of a UAE citizen or a UAE resident who holds a valid residency permit
- The specific family members who are eligible may vary, but typically include spouses, children, parents, and sometimes siblings
- Must provide proof of relationship, such as birth certificates or marriage certificates
- Provide a copy of their sponsor’s residency permit
- Have a valid passport
- Pass a security background check
- Required to have a medical examination
- It is important to note that the eligibility requirements
