To come to the Emirates, you first need a UAE work visa, which is issued for 30 days upon request of the local organization that offered you a job or invited you for an interview. During this time, you can settle all matters with your future employer and undergo all necessary tests and checks. If the employer is satisfied, they will submit an application on your behalf for a long-term visa and a labor card.
Requirements for a Work Visa
To obtain a work visa, the applicant must meet certain requirements: be no older than 50 years old and have satisfactory health (for which you must undergo a medical examination). You will also need to provide a number of documents:
- passport;
- recent photographs (2 pcs.);
- a letter from your future or potential employer;
- a copy of the completed visa application form.
Remember that you will not be allowed to obtain a visa if your passport contains a stamp indicating a visit to Israel.
Labor Card and Residence Visa
A long-term visa (residence visa) allows you to open bank accounts in the country, enter into lease agreements and legal contracts, register vehicles, etc. In addition, the holder of such a visa can act as a sponsor for family members if they wish to bring them to the UAE. It is valid for 3 years, but can be renewed if you are still employed in the country. The application for its issuance must be submitted while your UAE work visa is still valid.
In addition to the residence visa, the immigrant receives a labor card. This document allows you not only to reside but also to work in the UAE. The application for its issuance is submitted by the sponsoring company.
If you encounter any difficulties during the processing of the labor card or residence visa, you can seek help from a professional lawyer. In Dubai, where our compatriots most often move, Natalya Shustova works (tel.: +97144472777, email: [email protected], http://vk.com/dubai_lawyer, http://dubailawyer.ru/), who has extensive experience in such matters. She will help you properly prepare documents and advise where and in what order to apply. Specialist assistance will also help if you encounter an unscrupulous employer.
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