Do you know what visa you need for the UAE?

With all the new changes involved in the visa for entry in the UAE, it is no wonder some are left a bit confused!

Visit visas for individuals from the EU into the UAE is still free on entry, but now each visa stamp is only valid for 30 days rather than 60, as previously. On the plus side this means your family and friends visiting you won't outstay their welcome! :) But, on the otherhand if they are spoiling you rotten and you are really keen to have them extend their visit, there is the option of purchasing a visa extention for a mere 650 aed! The process, like so many things in Dubai, is interesting! It is not difficult, just beaurocratic. You would want to give yourself a couple of hours, as the Naturalisation Office (just beside thee Bur Dubai Police Station), is always manic and packed with people. (Ladies keep an eye out for the ladies queue, it is always much shorter!!)

To work in Dubai you will need a residency visa, and this will be provided by your employer, once you have sucessfully completed your medical test. Normally a residency visa is valid for 3 years, and without this visa you can not buy a car in the UAE.

Another way of getting a residency visa, is by purchasing a property in Dubai. However, you will not get access to this visa until completion of the building.

Visa's are an issue often discussed and asked about by people thinking of working here. At RecruitGulf.com we will soon have a section dedicated to answering all of these type of questions. In the meantime why not leave your thoughts and get this conversation started. Share your experiences and maybe you will be helping someone else who needs answers!

Rachel

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