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United Arab Emirates

Residence visa and Emirates ID

Residence routes vary by employment, family, investment and emirate. ICP handles federal identity and residency services, while Dubai also uses GDRFA.

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Federal authorityICP
DubaiGDRFA
IdentityEmirates ID
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How the process works

  1. 1

    Confirm the correct sponsor or self-sponsored category.

  2. 2

    Obtain entry or status approval.

  3. 3

    Complete medical fitness and biometrics where required.

  4. 4

    Finalize residence and Emirates ID issuance.

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Providers serving United Arab Emirates

3 listed

Corporate immigration and residence-permit services. Listed for United Arab Emirates; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Company registrationVisasResidence permits

PRO, visa and government-liaison services. Listed for United Arab Emirates; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

VisasResidence permits

Business formation and residence-visa assistance. Listed for United Arab Emirates; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

VisasResidence permits