UAE Work Visa Requirements - Documents, Eligibility & Fees

Indian passport holders who are willing to apply for a UAE Work visa can find the necessary visa information on this page. In the following, you can find UAE Employment visa requirements which mainly include the visa documents and eligibility criteria. General guidelines to be followed at the time of submission of United Arab Emirates Employment visa documents are mentioned on the page. For further visa consultation, you can contact BTW Visa Executives.

 

Following is the list of documents required for UAE Work visa for Indians.
  • Passport

      The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below

    • It must be obtained with a coloured copy of the first and the last page of the passport.
    • It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.

    One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.

  • Photo

      The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications

    • It must have a matt finish.
    • It must be provided with one copy of the coloured photograph.
    • It must have the dimensions of 35mm x 45mm.
    • It must be clicked on a white background.
    • It must cover the face in the 80% of the frame.
    • It must be a recent photograph.
    • The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
    • Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
    • The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
    • The ears must be visible clearly.
    • It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
    • It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.

    Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.

  • Air Ticket

      It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

    • It must be confirmed for the to and fro journey to the UAE and should have an OK to Board (if applicable).
    • It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.

    An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.

  • Pan Card

      The PAN card is an important government-issued document. It needs to follow the provided guidelines

    • It must be provided as signature proof.

    It is compulsory to provide PAN card as an identity proof.

  • Profession Proof
    • Company visiting card/ID card
  • Travel Insurance

      The Travel Insurance issued has to meet the following criteria

    • Approved Visa copy will be released only after receiving International medical insurance (which covers COVID19 treatment / quarantine).
    • It is better if the insurance is valid for at least 3 to 10 ahead of the date of arrival to India.
    • It must cover the whole trip right from leaving India to returning to India.
    • It must mention the applicant's details as per the passport.

    You are not allowed to travel abroad without a travel insurance. Professional visa consultation is recommended.


Eligibility for getting United Arab Emirates Employment Visa:

In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.

  1. Be a genuine traveller-You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.

  2. Eligible to bear all expenses -You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.

  3. Reasons to return - You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.

  4. Be of good character - You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.

  5. Be in good health -You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.

Visa Fees for United Arab Emirates Employment Visa:

Entry Stay Duration Validity Fees
Single entry Normal 90 days 58 days 18000.0
Single entry Normal 4 days 58 days 5026.0
Single entry Express 4 days 58 days 5904.0
Single entry Normal 14 days 14 days 8784.0
Single entry Express 29 days 58 days 6730.0
Single entry Normal 29 days 58 days 5852.0
Multiple entry Normal 90 days 58 days 38226.0

*Important Note:

Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted, so It's recommonded to get the professional visa consultation. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your visa application .

Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.

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