Employment Visa Services
Bringing Global Talent to Your UAE Business
The UAE is a global talent hub, and building a strong team is essential for any successful business. Hiring an employee from abroad requires navigating the UAE’s employment visa process, which involves multiple government departments and strict compliance requirements. From obtaining work permits to processing residence visas and Emirates IDs, the process can be complex and time-consuming. T4ME provides comprehensive employment visa services, managing the entire process for your company so you can focus on onboarding your new talent.
We ensure your company remains fully compliant with UAE labor laws and immigration regulations, protecting you from potential fines and legal issues while providing a smooth and welcoming experience for your new employees.
The UAE Employment Visa Process: An Overview
Sponsoring an employee for a UAE residence visa involves several key steps:
- Establishment Card (Immigration Card): Your company must have a valid establishment card from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), which authorizes you to sponsor employees.
- Work Permit (Labour Card): An application is submitted to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) to obtain a work permit for the employee.
- Entry Permit (Employment Visa): Once the work permit is approved, an entry permit is issued, allowing the employee to enter the UAE for the purpose of taking up employment.
- Medical Fitness Test: Upon arrival, the employee must undergo a mandatory medical fitness test at an approved health center.
- Emirates ID Application: An application for the Emirates ID card is submitted to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP).
- Residence Visa Stamping: The final step is stamping the residence visa in the employee’s passport, officially granting them legal residency in the UAE.
Our Comprehensive Employment Visa Services
We manage every step of the employment visa process, providing a seamless experience for both employers and employees.
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What We Handle
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New Employment Visa Processing
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We manage the complete end-to-end process for new hires, from work permit application to residence visa stamping, including coordination of medical tests and Emirates ID.
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Visa Renewals
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We track visa expiry dates and proactively manage the renewal process for your existing employees, ensuring continuous compliance.
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Visa Cancellations
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When an employee leaves your company, we handle the proper cancellation of their visa, including the final settlement and issuance of the cancellation stamp.
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Visa Status Changes
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We assist employees who need to change their visa status (e.g., from a visit visa to an employment visa) within the UAE.
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Dependent Visas for Employees
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We help your employees sponsor their family members (spouse, children, parents) for residence visas.
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Why Choose T4ME for Employment Visa Services?
- Expertise in UAE Labour Law: Our team is well-versed in the latest MOHRE regulations and GDRFA requirements, ensuring your applications are compliant and error-free.
- Efficiency and Speed: Our streamlined processes and established relationships with government departments help minimize processing times.
- A Single Point of Contact: We manage all interactions with MOHRE, GDRFA, and ICP, providing you with regular updates and freeing your HR team from administrative burdens.
- Proactive Compliance Management: We help you stay on top of visa renewals and other compliance deadlines, preventing costly fines.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The entire process, from work permit application to residence visa stamping, typically takes between 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the speed of medical test results and government processing.
A standard UAE employment visa is valid for 2 or 3 years, depending on the company’s status and the type of license. It must be renewed before the expiry date.
Employers are responsible for all visa-related costs, providing a valid employment contract, and ensuring the employee’s visa is renewed or cancelled in a timely manner.
Build Your Team with Confidence
Let T4ME handle the complexities of employment visas so you can focus on growing your business. Contact us today to discuss your staffing needs.