To obtain a Dubai residence visa for living and working, you must apply for a post-study Dubai work permit. This permit helps you transition from student life in Dubai to professional life.
To apply for the Dubai residence visa, you must:
- Secure a valid job offer from a Dubai-based employer
- Graduate with a degree from a recognized institution in Dubai
- Have your visa application sponsored by the Dubai-based employer
- Fulfill the health requirements of the UAE
- Have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of arrival
- Apply within six months of graduation from a Dubai educational institute
- Obtain the required certifications or licenses (e.g., for engineering or healthcare roles)
- Submit the required documents, such as:
- Job offer letter
- Passport photocopies
- Passport-size photographs
- Medical examination report
- Duly filled visa application form
- Adhere to the UAE’s labour laws.