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Introduction

A DIFC Employment Visa (Outside UAE) is issued to professionals residing abroad who have secured employment with a company licensed under the Dubai International... Read more

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Highlights & Benefits

Foreign entry

Designed for candidates currently living outside the UAE, making relocation straightforward.

Legal employment

Authorizes work under a DIFC-licensed company while complying fully with UAE labour and residency regulations.

Prestigious location

Operate in Dubai’s leading financial and professional services district, ideal for career and business growth.

Multiple visa quotas

Allocations depend on office space and license type as per DIFC guidelines.

Ownership and tax benefits

100% foreign ownership rights with zero corporate or personal income tax within DIFC.

Process Flow

Application

The employer applies for the DIFC Employment Visa via the DIFC portal, ensuring all documentation meets UAE visa requirements.

Approval

The entry permit is issued via email; the candidate must enter the UAE before it expires.

Medical fitness

Completed at an authorised UAE health centre, as mandated under federal law.

Emirates ID

Application and biometric capture are processed, which is compulsory for all UAE residents.

Visa stamping

The residency visa is endorsed in the passport, granting the right to live and work in Dubai.

Terms & Conditions

Entry permit is valid for 60 days from issuance; travel to the UAE must occur before expiry.
The DIFC Employment Visa is tied exclusively to the sponsoring DIFC company.
Medical fitness test and Emirates ID registration are mandatory under UAE law.

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Pricing Details

DIFC Employment visa outside

Normal service

AED 5,470

Total

AED 5,470

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AED 5,470

Note: The payment is prepaid.

Pricing Details

AED 5,470

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Employee

UAE

DIFC Employment visa outside

Scroll to Process Flow

Introduction

A DIFC Employment Visa (Outside UAE) is issued to professionals residing abroad who have secured employment with a company licensed under the Dubai International... Read more

View Overview

Visa Services