Free economic activity without a sponsor, freelance visa for professionals
Dubai Freelance Visa (Work Visa) is a residence visa for professionals working independently
without being affiliated with a specific company. It is the most reasonable way to enjoy the same benefits
as local residents, such as opening bank accounts and rental contracts, through Emirates ID issuance.
Apply with personal ability
without a local sponsor
Legally issue invoices
under your own name
Sponsor spouse and children
if conditions are met
Free project-based contracts
with various clients
Essential ID for bank accounts,
telecom, driving license, etc.
Not all jobs are eligible. It is issued to professionals in specific fields such as media, education, technology, and design (varies by Freezone).
Each Freezone has different approvable fields. You must register in a Freezone that matches your profession and operate within that zone.
Remote work with overseas clients is simple, but long-term contracts with companies in Dubai may require separate office requirements.
Visa validity is usually 2 years, renewable upon expiration. The visa may be invalidated if you are absent from the UAE for more than 6 months.
01. Check Eligibility
& Prepare Docs
02. Entry Permit
03. Entry &
Medical
04. Biometrics
& Receive ID
※ The entire process takes about 3~5 weeks.