Passport copies of sponsor and dependents UAE residence visa and Emirates ID of sponsor Salary certificate and labor contract Ejari (rental contract) or proof of accommodation Marriage certificate (attested) Birth certificates for children (attested) Medical test report (for dependents above 18 years)
UAE residents with a valid employment or investor visa earning at least AED 4,000 (or AED 3,000 + accommodation) per month can sponsor their spouse and children.
Family visas are issued for 1, 2, or 3 years, depending on the sponsor's visa validity.
Yes, a mother can sponsor her children if she meets the salary and accommodation requirements, but additional approval from the GDRFA may be needed.
There is a 30-day grace period after visa expiry. Failure to renew results in fines starting from AED 25 per day
A UAE employment visa is issued to foreign workers by companies registered in the UAE, allowing them to legally work and reside in the country.
The process usually takes 7 to 14 working days, including medical tests and Emirates ID registration.
Yes, employees can transfer their visa to a new employer under UAE labor laws, but a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the previous employer may be required in some cases.
There is no fixed minimum salary, but it should meet the industry standards and UAE labor contract regulations.
Business setup can take anywhere from 24 Hours to 7 Days, depending on the type of license and approvals required.
Free zones offer 100% foreign ownership, tax benefits, and simplified visa processes.
Passport copy, visa application form, proof of investment, and bank statements.
Yes, business owners and investors can sponsor their spouse and children, provided they meet the financial criteria.
Mainland companies can operate anywhere in the UAE, free zones offer tax benefits and ownership perks, and offshore companies are for international business with no local operations.
A freelance visa allows individuals to work independently without being tied to an employer, enabling them to offer services legally in the UAE.
Freelancers in sectors like media, technology, education, design, consulting, and marketing can apply.
Costs range between AED 7,500 to AED 20,000, depending on the free zone issuing the visa.
Yes, but they need to meet the minimum income requirement, usually AED 10,000 per month.
The Golden Visa is a long-term residency visa (5 or 10 years) granted to investors, entrepreneurs, skilled professionals, and outstanding students.
- Investors with AED 2 million in property or business - Entrepreneurs with a successful startup - Professionals earning over AED 30,000/month - Scientists, doctors, engineers, and highly skilled individuals - Students with exceptional academic performance
Yes, Golden Visa holders can start businesses, invest, or work as freelancers without a company sponsor.
The UAE has a 5% Value Added Tax (VAT) on goods and services.
Businesses with annual revenue of AED 375,000 or more must register for VAT. Those earning AED 187,500 – 375,000 can register voluntarily.
VAT registration is done online through the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) portal. Businesses need to submit trade license details, financial records, and business activity information.
The UAE introduced a 9% corporate tax for businesses with profits over AED 375,000, effective from June 1, 2023.
Free zone companies meeting specific criteria can enjoy 0% tax benefits, and businesses earning below AED 375,000 are exempt.