The Dubai 2 years employment visa allows foreign professionals and skilled workers to live and work legally in Dubai for two years. This visa is sponsored by the employer and can be renewed if the employment contract continues.
It also opens doors to career growth, financial opportunities, and a better lifestyle in the UAE.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this visa, applicants must:
- Have a valid job offer from a licensed Dubai company approved by MOHRE.
- Be between 18 and 60 years old (exceptions for highly skilled professionals).
- Possess relevant qualifications, skills, and work experience for the job.
- Be medically fit as per UAE health standards.
- Hold a passport valid for at least six months.
Required Documents
Applicants generally need:
- Valid passport and passport-sized photos.
- Signed employment contract.
- Educational and professional certificates (attested if required).
- Previous work experience letters (if necessary).
- Medical fitness certificate from an approved UAE center.
- Copies of company trade license and establishment card.
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Step-by-Step Process
- Job Offer & Contract: Employer issues and signs the employment contract.
- Entry Permit (Pink Visa): Employer applies via MOHRE to allow legal entry.
- Arrival in Dubai: Employee travels on the entry permit.
- Medical Test: Blood test and chest X-ray to ensure fitness.
- Emirates ID Application: Biometric data collected for identification.
- Contract Approval: Employer submits contract to MOHRE.
- Visa Stamping: GDRFA stamps residence visa on the passport.
Holders of this visa can legally work, open bank accounts, rent property, access healthcare, and sponsor family members in some cases. Renewal requires an active employment contract, updated medical fitness certificate, and a valid passport, which the employer submits to GDRFA before expiration.
