
Residence Visa
Get your residence visa and live in the UAE legally
About Residence Visa
Get your residence visa and live in the UAE legally.
A residence visa or permit is a type of visa that certifies the legitimacy of an expat to reside in any emirate of the country for a specific period of time subject to the UAE's immigration laws. The residence status is granted on a range of conditions set by the government such as business, investment, tourism or study, each of which decides the visa type and validity.
Typical Processing Time
15-20 Working Days
Types of Residence Visas in the UAE
Employment Visa
Sponsored by your employer in the UAE
Investor/Partner Visa
For business investors in UAE companies
Family Sponsorship
For dependents of UAE residents
Domestic Worker Visa
For household staff sponsored by residents
Specialist Visa
For specialized talents and professionals
Student Visa
For those studying at UAE institutions
Requirements
Two passport-size pictures, as per UAE visa photo requirements
Your entry visa and original passport
UAE visa application form
Medical fitness test clearance certificate
Sponsor's legal residency/UAE citizenship proof
UAE health insurance certificate
For work visas – employment contract copy, employing company's valid trade license copy and valid firm card copy
For family visas – proof of family ties such as birth/marriage certificates
Important Note
All documents in languages other than Arabic or English must be legally translated. Additionally, certain documents may require attestation from your home country and the UAE embassy.

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