What you need to know about UAE remote work residence visas
In order to enable foreigners to live and work in the UAE while working for an overseas company, the UAE has implemented remote work residence visas.
Remote residence visas or remote residence permits are valid for one year in the UAE. The following information will help you:
How does the UAE remote work residence visa work?
Remote residency visas allow employees to work for companies based outside the UAE while living in the UAE. It will be a self-sponsored visa.
With the UAE remote work residence visa, what else can I do?
Renting a home, opening a bank account, sponsoring family members, and sending your children to school are possible with this visa.
How long does the UAE remote work residence visa last?
It is valid for one year, and it can be renewed.
Does the UAE remote work residence visa apply to everyone?
Applicants must show a one-year employment contract and show that they are remote employees for a company outside the UAE. In addition to the latest salary slip and three months' worth of bank statements, they must earn at least $5,000 (Dh18,250) per month. Health insurance that covers medical expenses in the UAE is also required. Passports must be valid for at least six months.
Is it possible for a UAE remote work residence visa holder to sponsor family members?
That's right. Families can also be sponsored by holders of remote residence visas. They will have the same visa validity as the sponsor.
UAE remote work residence visa application process
Register on the ICA website https://icp.gov.ae
Go to the Smart Services channel and log in
Choose the Remote Work Visa UAE option
Upload the required documents
Pay application fee of Dh300
Visit the Dubai Corporation of Tourism and Commerce Marketing website at www.visitdubai.com to register.
If you are an employee, you must show proof of employment with a one-year contract for remote work. A monthly salary of at least $5,000 (Dh18,250) is required. A three-month bank statement as well as the latest salary slip are required.
Show proof of company ownership and three months' worth of bank statements if you're a business owner.
It costs $287 (Dh1,050) to apply in Dubai. The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai will review and process all applications.
From outside the UAE, applying for a UAE remote work residence visa
Get a 60-day entry permit by submitting a request on the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship website. Upon receiving the entry permit, you will be able to take a medical test and apply for the UAE remote work residency visa within 60 days.