Dubai Remote Work Visa - How to Apply? (Step by Step)

[@Motivation2Invest]

Hey guys, received lots of comments below. If you need 1-1 consultancy to handle the process for you inc insurance etc, then drop our team an email. [e-mail]

[@EdwinaLondon]

Just what I was looking for, thank you!🙏🏾

[@Motivation2Invest]

You’re welcome

[@Designlink2006]

I have applied for this visa and got the visa within 24 hours. Very fast to proceed.

[@Motivation2Invest]

Amazing, good luck!

[@syedtaimoorhussain4626]

Which insurance did you use for the application? Was it travel insurance?

[@ahmedelattar73a]

I also got accepted. Did you finished the residence process inside UAE ? i dont know what i have to do after travel

[@OumeimaBenghalba]

Which insurance did you use for the application please ?

[@bilal-jx3bk]

Do you need 3.5k usd as gross or net?

[@inouemak]

Has anyone got "invalid mobile number" error in the application form? I don't know what format is valid as that should be any international phone numbers. I tried various length and format with no luck

[@sakhaknives5567]

Same situation for me! Did you found a way to solve it?

[@dariaa8708]

Solved it in mobile version

[@johannacoteilldolcerocca1199]

The same situation for me as well! It doesn't work with Safari, Google Chrome, mobile, or laptop... Do you have a solution? Thanks a lot!

[@mysticnomad82]

​@@johannacoteilldolcerocca1199 It seems like it needs a 0 before the phone number. Try to use the last 9 digits of a UAE number. I just used the hotel I plan to stay at. It's definitely not perfect, but it works. 🤷‍♀

[@domdintino1429]

@@johannacoteilldolcerocca1199 Did you find a fix?

[@jordoo95]

great video! do you know if any insurance will work? I mean a travel insurance for example? does it need to have anything particular?

[@Motivation2Invest]

Insurance needs to have UAE coverage. So be sure to double check.

[@DhrumeshPatel]

Thank you sir! Your video helped me to obtain visa.

[@Motivation2Invest]

Amazing! Congratulations 🎉

[@mohammadmonirhossain6214]

The official site says "A foreigner who takes part in remote employment (virtual work) is given a residence visa without employment, which entitles him to remain in the country for (60) sixty days from the date of entry until the end of the requirements for granting residence." How do you get a 1-year visa then? Do I get it after the Emirates ID? Can someone help me understand this, please?

[@Khalidgraphy]

@@mohammadmonirhossain6214 “untill the end of the requirements for granting residence” You got 60 days entry permit to complete your residence Permit of one Year

[@mikart3d]

Thank you sir, interesting video you got there compared to all other people's, very informative and straight to the real thing - So which Health insurance company would you recommend with UAE coverage validity? Considering a family of 5, how much would it cost yearly? OR is it only for the applicant to provide medical insurance for the initial phase until final approval? And finally, where do we have the dependents included?

[@Motivation2Invest]

Insurance is more challenging, best international coverage inc UAE. I have my email at the top if you want a consultation.

[@dianaposada2020]

Hello! I got confused, in some parts of the government website it said that the minimum income requirement is $3.500 but in other parts it said $5000, are you able to clarify it? Thank you!

[@emre_3410]

No its 3500$

[@emre_3410]

Google for "Issuance of the virtual work residence permit" and click on the first link

[@emre_3410]

But if you have a own company i think its 3,5k but if you work for someone else its 5k

[@Designlink2006]

This is only $3500

[@Motivation2Invest]

It was $5k now, $3.5k. Hope that helps!

[@redditstories8084]

Do you need a police certificate / background check for this visa?

[@Motivation2Invest]

Hi, no you don’t need that. Hope that helps!

[@rayansaeed77]

I came here to see if you were able to Pay the fees of this Visa Application or not. Because I have followed all the required steps but am not able to proceed forward for Fees payment because whenever I click the "Pay" button it just shows me some generic technical error that's not helpful at all. I am stuck, and don't know what to do now. Have already reached out to them via email, twitter and live chat. Nothing helped so far.

[@Motivation2Invest]

Hi, there system can be quite glitchy. So have to try multiple times, different browsers. Also ringing up helps. Good luck!

[@bihariincanada5001]

Can you please give me the link to buy a insurance? Unable to find 😢

[@Motivation2Invest]

Insurance is more challenging, best international coverage inc UAE. I have my email at the top if you want a consultation.

[@pandzior2801]

Is it 3500 or 5000 usd per month as a minimum salary? I can see both numbers on the internet and I don't know which one is true... Is it after tax or before tax?

[@Motivation2Invest]

It was 5k now 3.5k before tax.

[@walikhaled7739]

When did they change this rule?

[@Tamara2094]

I am from Switzerland and applied for the visa with all the documents, but it was rejected after 5 days. The reason was: update correct, fligh details. Do I need a return flight ticket? I don't understand why it was canceled, I meet all the requirements.

[@gohighleveltutorials]

Does the government still process this visa? Some agent just told me they stopped. But the agent also has an agenda... so?

[@0rientyna]

Hi thank you for the video helps a lot - one question do I have to sign a contract for the health insurance in advance to show the proof when I do the application?

[@sandramclaren1343]

Hi I can't get past the phone number keep getting and error message saying invalid number 🤪help

[@jy4788]

Did you have to translate and attest your work documents by the MOFA/UAE Embassy for the application?

[@Khalidgraphy]

No, for a Virtual Work Visa/Digital Nomad Visa, document attestation isn't mandatory (FYI: I am a holder of this visa in the UAE).

[@Tamara2094]

@@Khalidgraphy Is the confirmation from my employer that I will be working remotely for him for the next 5 years sufficient? (Written in English)

[@Khalidgraphy]

@@Tamara2094 yes

[@Tamara2094]

@@Khalidgraphy Did you only send the confirmation from the employer or also the payslips?

[@barcaalep]

​@Khalidgraphy can you recommend a website to buy a reasonably price insurance from outside UAE?

[@stankhodakov]

Thank's a lot a very informative video. Maybe you could answer a very short question - is there an obligation to enter Dubai within a certain time period in case the application is approved? Thank you

[@Khalidgraphy]

Yes, after approval you have 60 days to enter UAE and 60 days after entry to get your Emirates ID and Residence permit. (FYI: I am a holder of this visa in the UAE).

[@alaar1093]

Which health insurance did you take prior getting your visa? They require one year coverage but is it possible to have a temporary travel insurance until ​I get my visa approval?@@Khalidgraphy

[@y3sbw]

Ready to pay the fee but it states 1,022.50 AED with a majority of that being an Inside Country Fee of 650 AED. Is there anyway to reduce the total amount until approved?

[@navinl7279]

Are there any short term visas e.g. if you want to stay for 2 months

[@AdLiLi-hh1zv]

Great video ! Thank you After applying for a remote visa, does the company receive any information from the Dubai government?

[@Camcam75]

Hi, great video Can we apply for the visa and ask for it to be valid for later For instance can I start the application process now and move in July? I need time to settle things before leaving but I also need to make sure my application is accepted before making arrangements! 😊

[@Motivation2Invest]

Yes I believe so you can save.

[@zainkassem00]

Do they require education certifications? like degree attestation?

[@Motivation2Invest]

No this is not required. Although it can help in certain visa types.

[@shoaibriz]

So you just used a random address in Dubai for the address section and it worked?

[@Motivation2Invest]

yes! But better if you have a reliable address/update when you have,

[@HanishParmar-ne2el]

This is great, thank you so much as I'm exploring this option from the UK. A question if I may - how does this work tax purposes? Do I declare myself as a non tax resident in UK?

[@Motivation2Invest]

Yes exactly. There is a secondary process, feel free to reach out if you wish for help via the team, (email at the top of the comments).

[@cuddlerable]

do you need your employer to write a letter stating you can work from Dubai

[@mubasharalvi5131]

Thank you for the video, how to apply dependent visa after someone get virtual work visa

[@Motivation2Invest]

Same process.

[@AliSaqib8080]

Can you please recommend medical insurance company which you used and its cost?

[@ahmedelattar73a]

Officialy they ask for one year insurance but i couldn't find this and applied with 190 days and got accepted

[@aksar364]

I am from USA and want to move to Dubai with Nomad Digital Visa. My current health insurance carrier will not cover health insurance in Dubai. How can I get health insurance for dubai while away from dubai.

[@anudipray4492]

Why from USA TO dubai

[@Motivation2Invest]

International or local provider is the only option. For consultancy you can email if you require further help 👌

[@patrikleuchte8150]

Hi, thank you for your content. One question, I cant fill out the form. it keeps saying "Invalid mobile number", I guess the first one under contact details (10 digits). I tried like a hundred different combinations Its kind of odd, do you have any experience with this problem? Thanks in advance. Kind regards.

[@LunaLovegood-u8g]

I’m also experiencing this issue. Nothing works. Have you managed to find a fix?

[@AliSaqib8080]

It has to be a valid UAE number starting with digits 050.

[@Motivation2Invest]

It can be glitchy

[@ajasismail7496]

Sir, in where we will get Employment contract and salary slip ? Am outside the uae then where we will get this

[@Motivation2Invest]

From employer

[@emre_3410]

How long do i have to live in dubai for tax benefits?

[@Motivation2Invest]

6 months

[@MuhsinVp-zg6sj]

I have this visa,if i get another job in uae can i take work permit and work with this visa?

[@Motivation2Invest]

Yes

[@Korean_Trader]

So it’s okay to pick a random apartment in the address part of the application?

[@Motivation2Invest]

The recommendation is to use a real address, such as hotel reservation for when you arrive.

[@philipskein169]

Any advice for freelancers? Meaning no registered business(working on Upwork) or payslips from employer?

[@smartmoon786]

Form a US LLC, it costs $200-300, get EIN and open a business bank account in the name of that company and ask your clients to pay you to that company. You can get employment certificate from that company and get a virtual work visa in Dubai.

[@philipskein169]

@@smartmoon786 thank you for your response

[@LunaLovegood-u8g]

I can’t get passed the contact details section. It keeps telling me by mobile number is invalid. I saw another question like this in the comments. Please help.

[@Motivation2Invest]

Hi, yeah the system is very glitchy as I mentioned. It takes a few goes, multiple browser types etc. It can be frustrating but works in the end. 😅 good luck!

[@LunaLovegood-u8g]

Thanks. I spoke with an agent using AMER chat and was able to get passed that section.

[@rschmidt7229]

Have the documents be in Arabic or English or can it be in another language?

[@Khalidgraphy]

English Documents are acceptable.

[@bilal-jx3bk]

Hi does anyone know if the 3.5k USD is gross or net? im hearing different things regarding this

[@smartmoon786]

Yeah I've heard $5000 per month salary needed.

[@Motivation2Invest]

Gross

[@mohamedshaheen]

i keep on getting invalid mobile number but any one exp the same

[@Motivation2Invest]

Easiest way is to just use one with a local format 0,5 etc

[@richardmarsden9987]

​@Motivation2Invest, what if I don't have a UAE number right now?

[@niranjanmurugan9538]

Can I sponsor my wife and kids if I get this visa?

[@Khalidgraphy]

Yes, you can sponsor your family (spouse and kids) after getting your Emirates ID and resident permit. (FYI: I am a holder of this visa in the UAE).

[@Motivation2Invest]

Yes per above

[@civbabez22]

Hey M2I, you lost me at putting in a random address 🥲 is this really the thing to do lol? Do they push back on this?

[@Motivation2Invest]

It is recommend to use a real address such as Hotel reservation etc. So please take any suggestions with a pinch of salt

[@RhobinsonJessica]

Hi with this visa can I live in another Emirate like Ajman ...or do I have to live in Dubaï ?

[@Khalidgraphy]

Yes, you can enter in any Emirate of UAE with this Visa. ((FYI: I am a holder of this visa in the UAE)

[@skippersmart]

@@Khalidgraphyglad to hear that! Question: Given I’ve a new contract from an employer in the EU, they allow working remotly from the UAE but I’ve to do my residency / visa myself. Given this facts, can I get paid directly into my UAE bank account? A short answer will be much appreciated!

[@Khalidgraphy]

@@skippersmart Yes, if you get a Residence Visa and a UAE bank account, you can have your payments deposited into the UAE account. This will make it easier to renew your visa after a year with a local bank statement.