Employment Visa

• Sponsored by employer
• 2-year validity
• Renewable
• Most common for workers

Freelance Visa

• Self-sponsored
• Specific activities
• Various free zones
• Growing popularity

Green Visa

• 5-year self-sponsored
• Skilled employees
• Investors
• Freelancers

Golden Visa

• 10-year residence
• Investors, talents
• Executives
• Specialized degrees

Employer Steps

1. Obtain labor quota
2. Apply for entry permit
3. Submit documents
4. Medical examination
5. Emirates ID
6. Visa stamping

Employee Requirements

• Valid passport (6+ months)
• Passport photos
• Educational certificates
• Medical fitness
• Emirates ID registration

Standard Employment

Note: Usually paid by employer

Benefits

• 100% foreign ownership
• Tax advantages
• Simplified setup
• Various sectors

Popular Free Zones

• DMCC (Dubai)
• JAFZA (Jebel Ali)
• DIFC (Finance)
• Dubai Internet City

Standard Employment

• Specific employer
• Specific job title
• No moonlighting (usually)
• Transfer possible

Free Zone Employment

• Work within free zone
• Specific company
• More flexibility
• Business activities

Requirements

• Minimum salary AED 4,000
• Accommodation proof
• Relationship documents
• Medical fitness

Eligible Dependents

• Spouse
• Children (sons under 18, daughters unmarried)
• Parents (case by case)

Contact Zafco for UAE employment guidance.