UAE Residency Visa and Emirates ID Services
List of Documents required for Individual & Company Shareholders
Understanding your UAE residency visa and Emirates ID options is the first step to living and working legally in the UAE. The United Arab Emirates offers a comprehensive visa system divided into two main categories: Visitor Visas and Resident Visas with Emirates ID Card, each with multiple sub-types to cater to different purposes and durations of stay.
Whether you are relocating for employment, setting up a company through company formation in the UAE, or sponsoring family members, HM Corporate Services guides you through every stage of the UAE residency visa and Emirates ID process — from medical fitness testing and biometric registration to final ID card collection.
Visitor Visas
- Tourist Visa : For leisure travel. Available as short-term (30 or 60 days) or long-term (90 days) single or multiple entry. Can be obtained through UAE airlines, hotels, or licensed travel agents
- 5-Year Multiple Entry Tourist Visa: Allows multiple entries over five years, with up to 90 days per visit (extendable for another 90 days per visit). No local sponsor required
- Transit Visa: For travelers transiting through UAE airports for 48 or 96 hours.
- Visit Visa: For family, friends, or business visits. Usually sponsored by a UAE resident or company.
- Visa on Arrival: Citizens of certain countries can obtain a visa on arrival at UAE airports.
- E-Visa:For nationalities not eligible for visa-free or visa-on-arrival, applied for online before travel
UAE Residency Visa and Emirates ID Types
- Employment/Work Visa: For individuals employed by UAE companies, government entities, or free zones. Sponsored by the employer
- Green Visa: A 5-year residency visa for skilled professionals, freelancers, investors, and entrepreneurs. Does not require employer sponsorship
- Golden Visa: A long-term (up to 10 years) residency for investors, entrepreneurs, specialized talents, and outstanding students
- Family Visa: For family members of UAE residents or citizens.
Visa Type
Tourist Visa
5-Year Tourist Visa
Transit Visa
Visit Visa
Work Visa & Emirates ID Card
Green Visa & Emirates ID Card
Golden Visa & Emirates ID Card
Purpose
Tourism
Multiple tourism visits
Transit
Visit family/friends/business
Employment
Skilled/freelance/investor
Investors/talents
Validity
30-90 days
5 years (90 days/visit)
48/96 hours
30-90 days
2 years (renewable)
5 years
10 years
Applying for a UAE residency visa and Emirates ID can feel complex given the number of visa categories, sponsorship rules, and medical and biometric steps involved. HM Corporate Services simplifies this by managing the full application on your behalf, from initial entry permit to final Emirates ID card collection, so you avoid delays or rejected applications.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information on your UAE residency visa and Emirates ID application, always refer to the official UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) portal, or consult with our authorized visa agents who track every regulatory update on your behalf.
Special Notes
1.Visa on Arrival: No pre-application needed eligible travelers get the visa at the airport:
2. Eligibility Criteria: Some visas require proof of travel history, financial standing, or invitation
from a UAE resident
3. Children and Minors: Additional requirements apply for minors and newly married couples
4. Processing Timelines: Most UAE residency visa and Emirates ID applications are processed within 5 to 10 working days once medical fitness and biometric appointments are complete, though investor and Golden Visa categories under a UAE residency visa and Emirates ID track can take slightly longer due to additional background checks.
5. Renewals and Cancellations: A UAE residency visa and Emirates ID must be renewed before expiry to avoid fines, and any change of sponsor, employer, or marital status should be updated promptly with the relevant authority to keep your UAE residency visa and Emirates ID valid.