Work permits (UAE)
Managing work permit and employment visa processing for UAE mainland and free zones, covering applications, renewals, and sponsorship for international hires.
What our clients face
Relocating employees to the UAE
You are bringing international talent to your UAE-based team and need to secure the proper work authorizations before they can start.
Opening a new office
You are setting up operations on the UAE mainland or in a free zone and need to process work permits for incoming staff.
Transferring or onboarding foreign hires
You are transferring employees from overseas or hiring foreign professionals who require residency and employment visas.
Multiple jurisdictions
This applies whether you operate under MOHRE jurisdiction, DMCC, DIFC, ADGM, DAFZA, or any other free zone authority.
Our approach
Eligibility and jurisdiction assessment
Assess each employee's eligibility, visa category, and optimal jurisdiction — mainland versus specific free zone.
Work permit applications
Prepare and file work permit applications with MOHRE or the relevant free zone authority.
Mainland visa sequence
Coordinate the full mainland sequence: entry permit, status change, work permit, and Emirates ID.
Free zone procedures
Navigate free zone–specific procedures, where requirements and timelines vary by authority.
Fee guidance
Advise on government fees at each stage so you can budget accurately before filing.
Sponsorship and alternatives
Handle employee sponsorship structures, freelance visa alternatives, and remote work arrangements for tech teams.
Renewals and ongoing matters
Manage renewals, cancellations, NOC letters for job changes, and dependant visa processing.
Stages of work
Consultation
We review your team composition, hiring plans, jurisdiction setup, and relocation timeline.
Document collection
We compile the required corporate and employee documents, tailored to mainland or free zone requirements.
Application filing
We submit work permit and visa applications to the appropriate authority, with standard processing taking two to four weeks.
Tracking and follow-up
We monitor application status, handle additional government requests, and keep you updated at every stage.
Completion and ongoing support
Employees receive their work permits, residency visas, and Emirates IDs; we then manage renewals, status changes, and any post-issuance matters as your team evolves.
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