How to obtain a residence visa to work in the UAE

The UAE digital government reported that there are three options for foreigners to obtain a residence visa in the UAE in order to work, which are the regular work visa, the green residence visa, and the auxiliary service workers visa, and indicated that the normal work visa is issued to foreigners working in the private and government sectors and regions. Free, while the green residence visa is issued to skilled workers for a period of 5 years

According to the UAE digital government, there are three ways for foreign nationals to get a residence visa in the UAE in order to work: the regular work visa, the green residence visa, and the auxiliary service workers visa. The normal work visa is given to foreign nationals who work in both the private and public sectors and in all regions of the UAE. Free, while skilled workers receive a green residency visa good for five years.

She explained that the green residence for the purpose of work is a type of residence visa created in 2021 and allows its holder to reside in the country for a period of 5 years without the need for a guarantor, host, or sponsor of an employer, and the residence is renewable upon its expiration.

Regarding the regular work visa, the digital government said that foreigners who work in the government, the business sector, or a free zone can receive a regular work visa in the UAE, which is typically valid for two years.