UAE Green Visa For Freelancers/Skilled Workers – Check Details!

Web Desk — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Visa Information given below is worth knowing if you are interested to seek employment in UAE.

Residence Work Visa of UAE

There are standard work visas, green visas for work, and domestic worker visas available. The standard work visa is for employees in the government and private sectors. The green visa is given to skilled employees for 5 years and the last type of visa is issued for domestic helpers.

What is a UAE Green visa?

The UAE’s Green visa, a type of residence visa, allows its holder to sponsor himself/herself for 5 years, eliminating the need for a UAE national or employer to sponsor his/her visa.

So, we can say that the UAE Green Visa is the perfect option for those wanting to move to UAE without the condition of a specific employer.

According to the Abu Dhabi Residents Office (ADRO) the goal of this visa is to make the job market more flexible and attract the genius from around the world. The UAE Green Visa offers several benefits for the visa holder’s family besides providing a long-term residency solution.

Who can apply for a Green visa? (Eligible Individuals)

. Freelancers or Self-employed, skilled workers and investors can apply for UAE Green Visa.

1-Freelancers and/or self-employed people

Freelancers and/or self-employed people who are planning to apply for a Green visa will have to submit:

. A freelance/self-employment permit from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
proof of a bachelor’s degree or a specialized diploma

. The last two years’ evidence of annual income from self-employment amounting to not less than AED 360,000, or proof of financial solvency throughout their stay in the UAE.

2-Skilled employees

To apply for a Green visa, skilled employees must have the following documents:

. A valid employment contract
. Be classified in the first, second, or third occupational level as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
. Hold a minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent
. Salary of not less than AED 15,000 per month.

3- Investors

Investors who wish to get Green Visa should submit:
. Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) ‘approval letter’
. Proof of investment
. Approval from other local authorities.

How to Apply for UAE Green Visa?

Visit the website of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) Dubai. (https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/residence-visa-for-working-in-the-uae) or download its app.

Create an account.
. Select the green residency option under the services section.
. Then relevant subcategory, including skilled worker, partner, freelancer, or investor
. Attach the necessary documents.
. Pay the AED 2,280 fees.
. Submit the request.

Renewal of Green visa

The visa is renewable for the same term upon its expiry.

Benefits of UAE Green Visa

. Removes the condition of employment to stay in UAE.
. Sponsorship is available for unmarried daughters of any age and sons up to 25 years old.
. Six months grace period is extended after the 5-year validity.