Employment Visa
Sponsored by your employer, linked to a work permit and labour contract.
Visa services in Dubai for your team and your family.
Employment, family and partner or investor visas — we check eligibility, prepare your documents and follow up on each stage of the residence process.
3Main visa categories
1Team for every step
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Residence Visas
The right visa, applied for correctly.
UAE residence visas involve several stages — entry permit, status change, medical test, Emirates ID and visa stamping — and each depends on the sponsor and category.
We start with an eligibility check, explain what's required for your situation and then coordinate every step so applications aren't delayed by missing or incorrect documents.
At a glance
- Employment visas sponsored by your company
- Family visas for spouses, children and parents
- Partner and investor visas for company owners
- Renewals, cancellations and status changes
Visa Types
The UAE residence visas we help with.
The right visa depends on your situation — whether you are employed, investing, freelancing or sponsoring your family.
Family Visa
Residents who meet the salary and housing requirements can sponsor their spouse, children and, in some cases, parents.
Investor & Partner Visa
For owners and partners of UAE companies, based on their shareholding.
Green Visa
A five-year, self-sponsored residence visa for eligible skilled employees, freelancers and investors.
Golden Visa
Ten-year, renewable residency for eligible investors, entrepreneurs, professionals and talent.
Domestic Worker Visa
For residents sponsoring nannies, housemaids, drivers and other domestic staff.
Step by Step
The stages of a UAE residence visa.
Most residence visas move through the same stages. We prepare each one and keep you updated along the way.
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Entry permit
Issued so the applicant can enter the UAE, or used to change status from inside the country.
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02
Change of status
Switching from a visit or other visa to residence without leaving the UAE, where allowed.
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03
Medical fitness test
A medical check at an approved centre, required for residents aged 18 and over.
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04
Emirates ID biometrics
Fingerprints and photo for the Emirates ID card.
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05
Residence visa issued
The residence permit is issued and linked to your Emirates ID.
Steps can differ by visa type, nationality and age. We confirm the exact sequence for your case.
What We Handle
Visa support for every stage.
From the first application to renewal or cancellation, we keep your visas in order.
Employment visas
Work permit and residence visa for employees your company sponsors.
Family visas
Sponsoring your spouse, children or parents when you meet the requirements.
Partner & investor visas
Residence linked to your company ownership or investment.
Medical & Emirates ID
Booking and guiding you through medicals and biometrics.
Renewals
Timely renewals so residence never lapses.
Cancellations
Cancelling visas correctly when staff leave or plans change.
How It Works
Our visa process.
A clear sequence from first conversation to completion. Final decisions and timelines rest with the relevant authority.
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01
Eligibility check
We confirm the right category and sponsor requirements.
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Document preparation
We collect and check passports, photos and supporting papers.
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03
Entry permit & status
We apply for the entry permit or change of status.
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Medical & ID
You complete the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics.
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05
Visa issued
Residence is issued and we note the renewal date.
Documents
What you may need to provide
- Passport copy with at least six months' validity
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Sponsor's trade licence and establishment card (employment)
- Attested marriage or birth certificates (family)
- Sponsor's salary certificate or employment contract (family)
- Tenancy contract or Ejari (family)
Requirements vary with the authority, your activity and your circumstances. We confirm the exact list for your case before anything is submitted.
Fees & Timelines
What affects cost and timing
- Visa categoryEmployment, family and investor visas have different fees.
- Visa durationLonger validity can change the fees payable.
- Inside or outside the UAEStatus change fees apply if the applicant is already in the country.
- Medical & Emirates IDMedical tests and ID cards are charged separately.
Why HDC
Why clients choose us for UAE visas.
Documents checked first
We review your paperwork before submission to avoid avoidable rejections and delays.
Clear, honest updates
Transparent quotations and regular progress updates — you always know what happens next.
One team for everything
Setup, PRO, visas, documents and approvals handled from our Al Nahda Centre office.
FAQ
Uae visas questions.
Can't find your answer? Call or WhatsApp our team and we'll guide you.
Residents who meet the minimum salary and accommodation requirements can usually sponsor a spouse and children, and in some cases parents. Requirements change, so we confirm the current rules for you.
Yes. Partners and investors in a UAE company can generally obtain residence linked to their company or investment. The exact category depends on your company type.
Not always. An entry permit can be issued while you are outside the UAE, and the rest of the process is completed after arrival.
It depends on the category, the authority and how complete the documents are. We give you a realistic estimate at the start and keep you updated.
Related Services
Often needed alongside.
Get Started
Need a visa foryour team or family?
Tell us about your requirement and we'll explain the steps, documents and costs — in person at Al Nahda Centre, by phone or on WhatsApp.
