What is the process of getting a work visa for Dubai?

Question

I'm looking to get employment with a US based company that has roughly an 18 - 24 month project that will be going on in Dubai what is the process of getting a work visa for Dubai if I'm an Indian Citizen with a Green Card (Permanent Resident Alien of the US)?

1. What exactly has to be done to get the work visa?

2. Do I need sponsorship from a Dubai resident?

3. How long does the process usually take?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

The US based company you may be employed with is sponsored by any UAE organisation (company, government etc). You will be sponsored by this company or the original sponsor. The PRO of the company has to apply for an employment visa on your behalf. He will let you know what documents are required.

Employment visa:

"Employment Visa or Permit is issued by the Immigration Department to a foreign national who wishes to work for a company in the UAE upon the approval of the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs.

It allows the holder to enter the UAE once for a period of 30 days and is valid for two months from the date of issue.

When the employee has entered the country on the basis of the employment visa, the sponsoring company will arrange to complete the formalities of stamping his residence."

All labor and visa related costs have to be paid by the sponsoring company and are not deductable from the salary.

Good luck!