Your UAE Remote Working Visa

The evolution of the way we work has certainly come a long way, especially following the supercharge effects of 2020.  More and more people are discovering the benefits of independent consultancy, freelancing and virtual working. Having the flexibility to set your own hours and work with multiple entities can be incredibly freeing and significantly increase your productivity.  Now imagine being able to do that in a location that enjoys year-round sunshine and is packed full of interesting things to explore and experience? Why not start your day with a swim in the sea or a wander along the sand in your lunch hour? How about working from a café overlooking the Arabian Gulf or taking a break for a luxury spa treatment?  All this, and more, is possible with the new UAE Remote Working Visa and all for only $1,500!

The Details

Inspired by the new trends of the global marketplace, the virtual working programme is designed to help attract new talent and innovation into the UAE, as well as being a good way to introduce people to the benefits of UAE living. The Remote Working Visa is valid for 1 year and enables applicants to live and work in the UAE, whether that is for local or international businesses. Some key requirements to take note of include:

• Applicants must have a passport with a minimum of 8 months validity and at least 3 blank visa pages
• Applicants must secure appropriate health insurance with UAE coverage
• Employee applicants must provide a copy of their current employment contract and proof of a monthly income of at least $5,000 (US). Payslips and bank statements will also be required and documents will need to be attested and translated into Arabic if necessary.
• Business owner applicants will need to provide similar but include proof of ownership of their company with a validity of at least 12 months or more.

Your Questions Answered

The dedicated team at EER are on hand to help you through every step of the process in securing a Remote Working Visa. Our up to date local knowledge allows us to tailor our service to suit your needs and enables us to recommend the right process for you. By relying on our expert team, you can trust that everything will be taken care of so you can enjoy everything that life in the UAE has to offer. To help you work out if a Remote Working Visa could be right for you, here are just some of the type of questions you might be wondering about:

Is the visa only available for certain nationalities?

No, there are currently no nationality restrictions unless an individual poses a national security risk.

Is it open to current UAE residents?

No, the programme is only available for those who don’t currently have a UAE residency visa or one under process.

Does the UAE have remote working spaces?

There are lots of co-working spaces available from hot desks to meeting rooms, in commercial spaces and hotels.  The majority of cafes and shopping centres also offer free wifi so you can work from multiple locations.

What about renting property or accessing services in the UAE?

The Remote Visa ensures that applicants are issued with an Emirates ID card which allows you to access multiple services including banking facilities, sending children to school and renting a home easily.  There has also been an increase in the amount of short-term letting options, so you have plenty to choose from.

Can I travel internationally during the period of my Remote Visa validity?

Yes, you can enjoy multiple entries in and out of the UAE for work or leisure travel, but if you stay away for a period of more than six months in total, the visa will be automatically nullified.

If you would like to enquire about how EER can help you with your Remote Visa, get in touch today on info@eerme.com or +971 4 4211819.