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Self-employment / Freelance in United Arab Emirates

One documented route of this kind in United Arab Emirates, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.

UAE Green Visa (Self-Sponsored, 5 years) - Freelancer / Self-Employed / Skilled Worker / Investor

A 5-year self-sponsored residence for skilled employees (salary AED 15,000+), freelancers/self-employed (income AED 360,000/yr over two years), and investors/partners, with no in-country sponsor and a longer grace period.

Processing time
Typically days to a few weeks after the underlying permit/contract is in place
Validity
5 years, renewable
Language requirement
No language certificate needed

Requirements

  • Skilled worker: valid contract, MoHRE skill level 1-3, bachelor's degree, salary AED 15,000+/month
  • Freelancer/self-employed: MoHRE freelance/self-employment permit, bachelor's/diploma, income AED 360,000/year over the past two years
  • Investor/partner: proof of investment/partnership in a UAE project with required licences
  • Valid passport and medical fitness test
  • Emirates ID registration

Required Documents

  • Valid passport required
  • MoHRE freelance/self-employment permit (freelancer route)
  • Bachelor's degree / specialised diploma (attested) required
  • Bank statements / income proof showing AED 360,000 annually (freelancer route)
  • Employment contract and salary certificate (skilled-worker route)
  • Investment/partnership and licence proof (investor route)
  • Medical fitness certificate and Emirates ID required

Process Steps

  1. 1

    Obtain underlying permit/contract

    Secure a MoHRE freelance permit, a qualifying employment contract, or investment/licence proof depending on the sub-category.

  2. 2

    Apply for Green Residency

    Submit the Green Visa application via ICP smart services or an approved channel with the income/qualification evidence.

  3. 3

    Medical & Emirates ID

    Complete medical fitness test and Emirates ID registration.

  4. 4

    Green Visa issued

    Receive the 5-year self-sponsored residence and sponsor dependants if applicable.

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