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Employment Visa

UAE Employment Visa Services for Businesses

Hiring employees in the UAE requires proper documentation and compliance with labor and immigration regulations. At Arab First, we provide complete support for UAE employment visa processing, helping businesses sponsor and onboard their workforce without delays.

Our expert team manages every step, ensuring your employees receive their Dubai work visa quickly and compliantly.

Employment Visa

Dubai Company Visa for Team Sponsorship

A Dubai company visa allows businesses to legally sponsor employees and build a compliant workforce in the UAE.

With Arab First, you get:

  • End to end employee visa processing
  • Compliance with UAE labor laws
  • Fast approvals and reduced delays
  • Support for small teams to large enterprises

We ensure your Dubai company visa requirements are handled efficiently, keeping your business compliant at all times.

Complete UAE Employment Visa Support

Our UAE employment visa services cover everything from initial approvals to final stamping, ensuring your team is ready to work without complications.

Key benefits:

  • Hassle free employee onboarding
  • Accurate documentation and processing
  • Timely approvals and renewals
  • Full compliance with UAE regulations

Why Choose Arab First for Dubai Work Visa Services

Businesses rely on Arab First for Dubai work visa and Dubai company visa services because of our expertise and reliable execution.

  • Experienced UAE visa specialists
  • Up to date knowledge of labor and immigration laws
  • Fast and efficient processing
  • End to end support for all visa stages
  • Scalable solutions for growing teams
Visa Quota Rules

How Many Employees Can You Sponsor?

Mainland Companies

No fixed visa quota — allocations tied to office size (approx. 1 visa per 80 sq ft)

Freezone Companies

Fixed allocation based on office package (flexi: 1–2, shared: 3–5, private: 6+)

Offshore Companies

No UAE employment visas permitted for offshore entities

Application Steps

Employment Visa in 5 Steps

01

MOHRE Approval

Ministry of Human Resources approves the work permit application for the employee's role

02

Entry Permit

GDRFA issues the employment entry permit — employee can enter the UAE on this permit

03

Medical Test

Employee undergoes medical fitness test at a MOHRE-approved centre within 60 days of entry

04

Emirates ID

Biometrics taken at ICA; Emirates ID issued within 5–7 business days

05

Visa Stamping

Employment visa stamped in passport; labour card and MOHRE file updated

Costs

Employment Visa Cost Breakdown

ItemCostType
MOHRE Work PermitAED 300–600Per employee
Entry PermitAED 700–1,200Per employee
Medical Fitness TestAED 300–600Per employee
Emirates IDAED 370Per employee
Visa StampingAED 600–1,000Per employee
Arab First Service FeeAED 1,500–2,500Per employee
Documents Required

What to Prepare

Offer letter / employment contract
Required
Employee passport copy
Required
Educational certificates (attested)
Required
Passport photo (white background)
Required
Company trade license
Required
Labour quota approval (mainland)
Required for some roles
FAQ

Employment Visa FAQs

What is a UAE employment visa?

A UAE employment visa is a work permit issued to foreign employees, allowing them to legally live and work in the UAE under a company’s sponsorship.

What is the difference between a Dubai work visa and a UAE employment visa?

A Dubai work visa is part of the overall UAE employment visa process. It includes approvals like the work permit, entry permit, and residency stamping specific to Dubai.

Who can apply for a Dubai company visa?

Any UAE registered business can apply for a Dubai company visa to sponsor employees, provided they meet labor and immigration requirements.

What documents are required for a UAE employment visa?

Common documents include passport copy, passport size photos, employment contract, company trade license, and educational certificates if required.

How long does it take to process a Dubai work visa?

The Dubai work visa process usually takes a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on approvals, medical tests, and documentation.

What is included in UAE employment visa services?

Professional UAE employment visa services include work permit approval, entry permit, medical testing, Emirates ID application, and visa stamping for employees.

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