Visas & Emirates ID
UAE residence visas and Emirates ID
Whether you are an owner, a new hire or bringing your family, a UAE residence visa follows a fixed sequence of applications, a medical test and Emirates ID biometrics. We prepare every step and keep the process moving.
Visa types
Who we help
Eligibility and validity depend on the visa type and the issuing authority — GDRFA in Dubai or ICP in the other emirates. We confirm both before you apply.
Investor & partner visas
Residence for company owners and partners, sponsored through the company once its immigration file is open.
Employment visas
Work permit through MoHRE, entry permit or change of status, medical, Emirates ID and residence.
Family sponsorship
Spouse, children and, in some cases, parents — subject to the sponsor’s salary and accommodation.
Golden Visa guidance
We help you check whether a Golden Visa category may apply and prepare the supporting documents.
Renewals
Visa and Emirates ID renewals planned ahead of expiry, with medicals and biometrics booked.
Cancellations
Visa and labour cancellations when staff leave, in the right order to avoid fines.
The process
How a residence visa is issued
Approval or work permit
Investors and partners need the authority’s approval; employees need a MoHRE work permit.
Entry permit or change of status
An entry permit to travel in, or a change of status if you are already in the UAE.
Medical & biometrics
Medical fitness test for applicants aged 18 and over, then Emirates ID fingerprints and photo.
Residence & Emirates ID
Residence is issued and recorded on your Emirates ID — passport stickers are no longer used.
Timing matters: after entering the UAE on an entry permit, the residence process must normally be completed within 60 days to avoid fines. We schedule your medical and biometrics as soon as you arrive.
Family sponsorship
Bringing your family to the UAE
UAE residents can generally sponsor their spouse and children if they earn at least AED 4,000 a month, or AED 3,000 plus accommodation provided by the employer. Sons can usually be sponsored until they turn 25, and unmarried daughters can also be sponsored.
Authorities may also ask for an attested marriage or birth certificate, a registered tenancy contract and health insurance. We check your documents first, so nothing is rejected for a missing attestation.
FAQs
Visa questions
How long is a UAE investor visa valid?
Validity depends on the visa type, the issuing authority and the route, and is set by the authority at the time of issue. We confirm the current validity for your case before you apply.
Do I still get a visa sticker in my passport?
No. Residence stickers were discontinued in 2022. Your Emirates ID is now the proof of residence, and the residence and ID applications are made together.
Who must take the medical test?
Residence applicants aged 18 and over need a medical fitness test at an approved centre before the residence visa is issued.
Can you guarantee a Golden Visa?
No. Eligibility and approval are decided by the authorities. We help you understand which category may apply and prepare a complete application.
Can I change status without leaving the UAE?
In many cases, yes — a change of status lets you move from a visit or another visa to a new residence visa inside the country, for a government fee. We check whether this is available for your situation.
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