Getting a work visa in the UAE usually takes about 7 to 14 working days, as long as your documents are sorted and approved by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE). The whole onboarding process, which includes medical checks, getting your Emirates ID, and stamping your residence visa, can add another week or two after you arrive. So, all in all, it might take about 3 to 4 weeks to complete everything.