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UAE Residency Pathways

Visa & Residency Services in Dubai

From employment and family visas to Golden Visa and Green Visa — apply, renew, or change status with end-to-end coordination across GDRFA, ICP, and MoHRE.

I am applying for visa as:

  • New employee starting a UAE job
  • Resident bringing family to Dubai
  • Long-term residency seeker (Golden Visa)
  • Investor or business owner
  • Skilled professional or freelancer
  • Renewing or changing visa status

Profile-based scoping before any commitment

Coordination with GDRFA, ICP, and MoHRE

Bilingual support (English / Arabic / Russian)

All UAE Visa Categories
UAE visa and residency services in Dubai

Which UAE Visa Is Right for You?

Each visa pathway has different durations, eligibility, and authority workflows. We help you pick the right route, prepare the correct documents, and submit through the right authority.

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Employment Visa

2 Years

Standard work residency tied to a UAE employer. Includes offer letter, MoHRE quota, medical fitness, and Emirates ID.

Valid offer letter / MoHRE labour quota / medical fitness / EID
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Family Visa (Dependents)

Matches Sponsor

Sponsor your spouse, children, and eligible parents under your UAE residency. Salary, housing, and medical insurance conditions apply.

Sponsor salary ≥ AED 4,000 (or AED 3,000 + housing) / Ejari / salary certificate
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Golden Visa

5–10 Years

Long-term residency for investors, specialised talent, entrepreneurs, and outstanding students. No employer sponsorship needed.

Investor / Specialised Talent / Entrepreneur / Student route — see Golden Visa page
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Green Visa

5 Years

Self-sponsored residency for skilled employees, freelancers, and investors. No employer tie — sponsor yourself and dependents directly.

Bachelor’s + AED 15,000+ salary, OR freelance permit, OR investment proof
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Investor / Partner Visa

Linked to License

Residency tied to a UAE trade license. For company owners, shareholders, and partners. Renewal aligns with the business license cycle.

Active trade license / shareholder or partner status / capital contribution
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Visa Renewal

Extends Term

Renew employment, family, investor, or Green/Golden visa before expiry. Late renewal triggers daily fines and downstream service blocks.

Existing visa pre-expiry / valid sponsor or license / current EID
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Visa Cancellation & Exit

As Needed

Cancel employment or dependent visas correctly to keep clean records for future applications and avoid disputes with the previous sponsor.

EID handover / MoHRE clearance / final settlement and grace-period planning
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Visit / Tourist Visa

30 / 60 / 90 Days

Short-term entry permits for visitors, family, and prospective hires. Some routes can be converted to residency in-country without exit.

Sponsor (resident or company) or self-application via approved channels

From eligibility check to Emirates ID delivery

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Profile Review

We confirm your eligibility, the right visa pathway, and the correct sponsor structure.

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Document Preparation

We prepare offer letters, declarations, attested certificates, and authority forms in the right format.

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Application Handling

We submit, track, and follow up through GDRFA, ICP, and MoHRE until the visa and Emirates ID are issued.

Most standard cases complete within 7–14 working days

Timelines vary by visa type, sponsor readiness, medical centre slots, and authority approvals. We share realistic stage-by-stage estimates during consultation.

Standard Estimate 7–14 Working days for typical employment, family, and renewal cases. Golden / Green visa routes may take longer.
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1–2 Working Days

Profile Review & Document Prep

Eligibility check, document checklist, and translation/attestation if needed.

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1–3 Working Days

Application Submission

Application typed and submitted through the relevant authority — GDRFA, ICP, or MoHRE.

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1–5 Working Days

Medical Test & Biometrics

Medical fitness at DHA/SEHA centre and Emirates ID biometrics appointment.

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2–7 Working Days

Authority Approval

Final residency approval from GDRFA, ICP, or MoHRE depending on the visa pathway.

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1–3 Working Days

Visa Stamping & EID Delivery

Visa stamping or status change finalisation, plus Emirates ID print and delivery.

Timelines may vary depending on authority approvals, medical-fitness slots, and individual case requirements.

Why people choose Sarmat for UAE visa coordination

UAE visa workflows touch multiple authorities, deadlines, and document standards. Sarmat keeps everything coordinated under a single point of contact.

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Single Point of Coordination

One team across GDRFA, ICP, MoHRE, medical centres, and EID — no juggling between vendors.

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Daily Authority Follow-Up

Daily check-ins with GDRFA, ICP, and MoHRE so applications don’t stall in the queue.

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Transparent Status Reporting

Stage-by-stage updates via WhatsApp or email — you always know where the application stands.

Authorised Typing Centre

Direct authority-system submission means fewer formatting rejections at the gate.

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All 7 Emirates Covered

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah, UAQ — we handle visas for any UAE jurisdiction.

Why clients trust Sarmat with UAE residency

UAE visa work needs accurate documents, the right authority routing, and active follow-up. We pair years of casework with daily coordination across UAE government channels.

Years of UAE residency casework across 8 visa types
Daily coordination with GDRFA, ICP, MoHRE, and Amer / Tas’heel
Profile-based scoping before any commitment
Bilingual support — English, Arabic, Russian
Authorised typing centre — direct system submission
Final approvals are issued by GDRFA, ICP, MoHRE, or the medical centre. Our role is to prepare and route the application correctly under current rules.
End-to-End Visa Support

From offer letter to Emirates ID

We prepare, submit, and follow up — keeping your application aligned with current GDRFA, ICP, and MoHRE rules.

Documents & Requirements

Exact documents depend on the visa type and authority workflow. Typical requirements may include:

  • Passport copy (minimum 6 months validity).
  • Personal photo meeting EID standards.
  • Sponsor or employer documents (trade license, salary certificate, Ejari).
  • Attested educational or professional certificates if applicable.
  • Medical fitness clearance from approved DHA/SEHA centre.
  • Visa-specific evidence — offer letter, capital contribution, freelance permit, etc.

The final document list is confirmed after consultation and visa-route mapping.

UAE visa application document checklist

What Is Included

  • Profile-based visa-route mapping and eligibility pre-check.
  • Document preparation, typing, and translation coordination.
  • Application submission to GDRFA, ICP, or MoHRE.
  • Medical-fitness and Emirates ID biometric appointment booking.
  • Daily follow-up and status reporting until visa stamping and EID delivery.
  • Linked services such as attestation & translation, Emirates ID services, and Golden Visa.

Pricing is on request and depends on visa type, scope, and sponsor structure. Government and medical fees are quoted separately.

UAE visa application coordination

Final approvals, fees, and timelines are determined by GDRFA, ICP, MoHRE, and the medical-fitness centre. Sarmat provides documentation, typing, and submission coordination support.

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Get Started with a Trusted Dubai Visa Services Team

Work with a team that knows Dubai’s immigration systems end to end. From new applications to clean cancellations, Sarmat coordinates every visa step with the relevant authority.

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