About Freelance Visa:

The Dubai government has initiated efforts to make it easier and cheaper for freelancers to work and live in the UAE. GoFreelance visa is an initiative by the TECOM group that allows freelancers to work in tech, education, media and design sectors as independent contractors with a Freelance permit.

The freelancer permit is ideal for professionals who are on a dependent visa as they only need to get a freelancer license. This permit identifies you as a sole practitioner and enables you to conduct business in your name rather than a brand name.

Typical Time Frame:
  • 10-12 Working Days

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Requirements:

At Decisive Zone, our expert professionals work with you at each stage, helping organize your application and gather necessary documentation and approvals making the entire process seamless for you.

Documents required

  • Resume/CV
  • Recent photograph
  • Passport and visa copy (valid for at least 8 months)
  • Bank reference letter
  • NOC from your UAE sponsor
  • Original passport
  • Establishment Card
  • Passport photo
  • Valid medical insurance
  • Current visa (if any)

Application process

  • Apply for a freelance permit
  • Follow up on the application
  • Apply for the employment visa
  • Complete the residency visa procedures

Process for mainland license

  1. Choose business activity
  2. Choose company structure
  3. Get trade name approval
  4. Get initial license approval
  5. Get external approval (if required)
  6. License issuance
  7. Open company bank account
  8. Get establishment card
  9. Labour file
  10. Process visa

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