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Residence visas in the UAE
Every UAE license package carries a visa quota. We break the visa step out of the package: who includes it, what the process looks like step by step, and where it costs less.
What's included
Every visa breakdown on the platform includes
- ✓ Visa quota rules per license package and premises
- ✓ Step-by-step process: entry permit, status change, medical, Emirates ID
- ✓ Zone-by-zone prices for packages that include each visa type
- ✓ The same market-benchmark pricing as the whole catalog
Visa types
Residence visa types, by data coverage
FAQ
Residence visas: questions
Which residence visa types exist for company owners and staff?
Investor/partner visa (through your own company), employment visa (through an employer), freelance permit and the Golden visa for qualifying investors. In the snapshot, 2,047 license packages include the investor visa step and 1,083 the employment visa step.
Does a residence visa require visiting the UAE?
Yes, once: for entry on the permit (or status change if already inside), biometrics and the medical test. Everything before that — quota, application, e-channel — is handled remotely.
Can I sponsor my family with an investor visa?
Investor and employment visa holders can typically sponsor dependents; the exact rules depend on salary and housing. We verify each case against current regulations before applying.
How long does a visa take after the license?
Entry permit and status change take days; medical, biometrics and ID delivery usually complete within 2–3 weeks after the license is issued.
Other sections
Building a visa plan for your team?
We match the license package to your visa needs — quota, family sponsorship and bank account in one scope.