Dubai Employment Visa
Get Dubai Employment Visas for your staff — UAE residence visa for employees of Dubai mainland and free zone companies. MOHRE work permit, medical, Emirates ID, and visa stamping.
Description
A Dubai Employment Visa is the standard UAE residence visa issued to employees working for Dubai mainland (DET) or free zone companies. Processing covers the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) work permit (for mainland), entry permit, change of status (or visa stamping for new arrivals), medical fitness, Emirates ID biometrics, and final residence visa stamping on the employee's passport. Employment visas are typically issued for 2 years and are tied to the sponsoring employer.
The process differs slightly between mainland and free zone companies. Mainland employment visas require MOHRE work permit approval (which includes salary registration, contract terms, and Wages Protection System enrollment) before the visa is processed. Free zone employment visas are processed through the free zone authority directly. In both cases, the employee receives full UAE residency rights including family sponsorship (subject to salary thresholds), personal banking, property leasing, and government services access.
Octavon Global Advisory handles the complete employment visa process — quota approval, MOHRE work permit (if mainland), entry permit issuance, employment contract drafting in compliance with UAE labour law, medical fitness coordination, Emirates ID registration, visa stamping, and labour card delivery. Standard employment visa processing completes in 10 to 14 working days from quota approval.
What's Included
- UAE Employment Visa (2 years)
- MOHRE Work Permit (for mainland)
- Employment Contract Drafting
- Quota Approval Coordination
- Entry Permit / Change of Status
- Medical Fitness Test Coordination
- Emirates ID Registration and Biometrics
- Visa Stamping on Passport
- Labour Card / Work Permit Issuance
- Wages Protection System (WPS) Enrolment
- Family Sponsorship Eligibility (if salary qualifies)
- Free Visa Status Tracking
Requirements / Prerequisites
- Active Dubai trade license (mainland or free zone)
- Available visa quota in your company
- Signed employment contract following UAE labour law
- Salary meeting MOHRE minimum requirements
- Employee's passport with 6+ months validity
- Educational certificate (attested) for skilled positions
- Employee inside or outside UAE for status change or entry permit
- Insurance / medical coverage as required
Required Documents
- Employee Passport (6+ months validity)
- Passport-sized Photographs (white background)
- Educational Certificates (attested by UAE Embassy)
- Employment Contract
- Previous Visa Cancellation (if applicable)
- Trade License of Sponsoring Company
- Establishment Card
- Salary Certificate (for family sponsorship)
- Tenancy Contract / Ejari (for family sponsorship)
- Marriage / Birth Certificates (attested, for family)
- NOC from Current Sponsor (if employee on UAE visa)
Our Process
- Confirm visa quota availability with sponsoring company
- MOHRE work permit application (mainland) or free zone application
- Quota approval and employment offer letter
- Employment contract drafting and signing
- Entry permit issuance (if employee outside UAE)
- Employee travel to UAE on entry permit (if applicable)
- Medical fitness test at approved centre
- Emirates ID registration and biometrics
- Visa stamping on passport
- Labour card and Wages Protection System enrolment
- Final visa and labour card delivery
Pricing
- Basic Fee: AED 4,000
- Service Fee: AED 1,500
- VAT (5%): AED 275
- Total: AED 5,775
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Dubai Employment Visa valid?
Standard employment visas are valid for 2 years, tied to the sponsoring employer. The visa is renewable as long as the employment continues and the company remains active.
What is the difference between MOHRE work permit and employment visa?
The MOHRE work permit (mainland) is the labour-side authorisation that allows the employer to hire the employee — it registers the salary, contract, and employment terms. The employment visa is the immigration-side authorisation that allows the employee to live in the UAE. Both are required for legal employment.
How long does Dubai employment visa processing take?
Standard processing typically completes in 10 to 14 working days from quota approval. The exact timeline depends on whether the employee is inside or outside the UAE, document attestation status, and medical fitness scheduling.
Can my employee sponsor their family on an employment visa?
Yes, if the employee meets the salary threshold — AED 4,000/month with accommodation provided, or AED 10,000/month without. The employee must also have a registered tenancy contract sized appropriately for the family.
What are the minimum salary requirements?
MOHRE-registered salary must be at least AED 4,000/month for most positions. Skilled professional roles (engineers, doctors, IT specialists) typically have higher minimum salaries based on educational qualifications. For family sponsorship the salary threshold is AED 4,000 with accommodation or AED 10,000 without.
Can an employee transfer their visa to another company?
Yes. UAE labour law allows visa transfer between sponsors subject to specific conditions, NOC from the current employer (in some cases), and a new employment contract with the new sponsor. The process typically takes 7-10 working days.
What is the Wages Protection System (WPS)?
WPS is a UAE federal system that requires employers to pay salaries through approved bank channels for transparency and worker protection. All mainland employees must be enrolled in WPS, and salaries are paid through registered bank accounts. We handle WPS registration as part of the employment visa process.