UAE Residence Visa Options (Free Zone)
A free zone trade licence comes with an entitlement to sponsor residence visas for the company owner, partners, and employees. Which visa route fits best depends on your role, investment level, and how long you want to stay.
Which visa is right for you
Investor & Partner Visa
Who it is for: company owners and shareholders in a free zone entity.
Key benefit: standard 2–3 year residency tied to your company licence.
Our role: we handle the establishment card, medical test, and Emirates ID appointments.
Golden Visa
Who it is for: qualifying investors, entrepreneurs, and specialised professionals.
Key benefit: long-term residency of 5 or 10 years, renewable, with no need for a national sponsor.
Our role: we assess your eligibility and prepare your full application file.
Green Visa
Who it is for: freelancers, skilled employees, and self-sponsored professionals.
Key benefit: 5-year self-sponsored residency without an employer as sponsor.
Our role: we confirm eligibility criteria and manage the full application.
What the process involves
- Entry permit and status change (if applying from inside the UAE)
- Medical fitness test
- Emirates ID registration
- Visa stamping in the passport
Processing typically takes 1–2 weeks once the licence is issued. Book a residence visa consultation to plan your visa route.