Other Professional Services Freelance Visa
This permit allows you to live and work in Abu Dhabi without the need for a sponsor. The activity includes designing fashion and clothing for men, women, children, and official uniforms.
Health insurance is mandatory to complete the process only if you are applying for a visa. If you don’t have existing UAE health insurance, you can purchase it on Visask.
Abu Dhabi
This service is for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. For applications in other Emirates, please get in touch with us.
Secure Online Payment
Transparent Process
No Hidden Fee
Freelance Setup
Document Preparation
Upload digital files to the portal; drop physical documents at the office.
Note: Process starts once the customer uploads documents
Initial Approval
Once the documents are submitted, a security clearance will be conducted on your profile.
Permit Approval
Once all approvals are completed, your freelance permit will be issued.
Duration: 1-2 Working Days
Residency Visa Process
Establishment Card
Connects your company with immigration for visa processing.
Duration: 2-3 Working Days
Freelancer eVisa
Entry permit issued by the UAE government to begin your residency process.
Duration: 2-3 Working Days
Change Status
Switch from your current visa to your new UAE visa.
Duration: 1 Working Day
Medical Test
Mandatory health check by the Dubai Health Authority.
Duration: 1 Working Day
Emirates ID
Biometric will be completed, and the physical Emirates ID card will be delivered within 3 days.
Duration: 3-5 Working Days
Residency Stamping
Visa endorsement onto your passport. Your residency is now official.
Duration: 1-2 Working Days
Notes
Health insurance is mandatory for visa applications. You can find it here.
Total Duration: 10-15 Working Days*
Minimum stay inside UAE: 8 Working Days*
*Processing time depends on government & third parties.
Required Documents for a Residence Visa
- Scanned color copy of a passport with a validity of at least 6 months, showing all four corners.
- Digital studio-type color photo with a white background.
- Proof of address (Electricity bill, Phone Bill, House Contract)
- For UAE residents: Copy of the resident visa cancellation & Emirates ID.
- For non UAE residents: Copy of the last entry stamp or Visa copy (if applicable)
To explore all freelance visa options, visit this link.
| Main Activities | Tax Consultancy & Accounting or Commodities Designing Consultancy or Accounting Records And Books Keeping Organization or Working Soap Forming or Printing On Textiles And Wearing Apparel or Management Services Costs And Risks or Oil And Natural Gas Fields Production Software Design |
| Types | One-year permit only or One year permit with 2-year visa |
| Jurisdiction | Abu Dhabi |
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