2-Year Employment Visa Dubai: Requirements, Processing Time & Cost

Most private-sector jobs in Dubai issue a 2-year residence (employment) visa. (Some free zones issue 2 or 3 years.) Below is exactly how it works: Employment Visa Dubai

Who can get a 2-year employment visa?

• You have a valid job offer from a UAE-licensed company (mainland or free zone).

• The employer can obtain MOHRE (or free-zone) approvals and has quota.

• You meet role requirements (e.g., attested degree for skilled roles).

• Your passport is valid 6+ months and you pass the medical fitness test.

• Health insurance (mandatory in Dubai) is arranged before visa stamping.

Documents required

From the employee

• Passport (6+ months validity) & digital photo (white background)

• Attested education certificates (if the role needs it)

• Previous visa/cancellation page (if inside UAE)

• Entry permit copy (if outside UAE)

From the employer

• Trade license & establishment card

• E-channel/MOHRE registration (as applicable)

• Signed job offer / labour contract

• WPS enrollment, ILOE registration, and insurance policy

Step-by-step: Dubai employment visa process

1. Work Permit (MOHRE / Free Zone)

   • Employer opens quota & submits the work permit/offer for approval.

2. Entry Permit (a.k.a. pink visa)

   • Issued to enter the UAE (if outside). If already inside, do status change.

3. Medical Fitness Test

   • Blood test + chest X-ray at a government medical fitness center.

4. Emirates ID (ICP)

   • Typing + biometrics appointment for your national ID.

5. Health Insurance

   • Must be active in Dubai before stamping.

6. Labour Contract Registration

   • Contract is signed and registered with MOHRE / free-zone authority.

7. Residency Visa Stamping

   • Passport submitted to immigration (or smart services) for 2-year residency.

How long does employment visa processing take?

• Work permit & entry permit: ~2–5 working days each

• Medical + Emirates ID biometrics: 1–3 working days

• Visa stamping: ~3–5 working days

Typical total: 7–15 working days after entry/status change (faster/slower depending on company category, free zone, and document readiness).

How much does a 2-year employment visa cost in Dubai? (Estimate)

• Work permit / MOHRE approvals: 250 – 3,450+

• Entry permit (in/out of UAE): 300 – 1,200

• Status change (if inside UAE): 650 – 1,000

• Medical fitness: 320 – 750 (standard → VIP)

• Emirates ID (2 years): 270 – 370

• Visa stamping: 500 – 1,000

• Health insurance (basic annual): 700 – 1,500+

• Typing & service charges: 150 – 700

Typical total: AED 3,500 – 8,000 per employee(Company category, role, and insurance can push this higher.)

Quick FAQs

How can I get a Dubai visa for 2 years?

Secure a job with a UAE company; they sponsor the work permit → entry permit → medical → Emirates ID → visa stamping for a 2-year residence visa.

How many days does it take?

Plan for 7–15 working days after you enter/do status change, assuming documents are ready.

Do I need attested certificates?

For many skilled roles, yes—have your degree attested by your home country authorities, the UAE embassy, then MOFA UAE.

Can my family join me?

Once your visa & Emirates ID are issued and salary criteria are met, you can sponsor family residence visas.

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