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April 27, 2025

🇦🇪 UAE Residence Permit for Indians: (Requirements | Process | Benefits | Charges)

A UAE Residence Permit (also called a residence visa) is an official document that allows foreign nationals to live, work, study, or invest in the United Arab Emirates for an extended period of time.

It is stamped inside your passport and gives you the legal right to stay in the UAE beyond the usual tourist or visit visa period.

  • Valid Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Entry Permit/Visa (Tourist, Visit, or Work Visa depending on the route)
  • Medical Fitness Test (in UAE)
  • Emirates ID Application (Biometric submission)
  • Health Insurance (mandatory for some emirates)
  • Proof of Employment or Sponsorship (Job offer, company trade license if self-sponsored, etc.)
  • Tenancy Contract (address proof, in some cases)
  • Bank Statement (if applying through investment or freelance visa)
  • Educational Certificates (attested, if applying for skilled jobs)

  1. Entry Visa/Permit — Enter UAE legally with a valid visa.
  2. Medical Test — Blood test and chest X-ray at a government-approved clinic.
  3. Emirates ID Biometrics — Fingerprinting and photo capture for the national ID.
  4. Visa Stamping — Submit your documents for residence visa stamping on your passport.
  5. Emirates ID Issuance — Get your official Emirates ID card (valid for the duration of your residence visa).

🕒 Timeline: Typically takes 10 to 20 working days after arrival, if all documents are ready.


  • Live and Work legally in the UAE
  • Open Bank Accounts in UAE banks
  • Sponsor Family Members (spouse, children, parents)
  • Access Healthcare and Insurance
  • Children’s Education in UAE schools and universities
  • Travel Flexibility within GCC countries (easier visa access)
  • Apply for Golden Visa (in future, if eligible)
  • Tax-Free Income (no personal income tax)

  • Entry Permit: AED 500 – 1000
  • Medical Test: AED 300 – 700
  • Emirates ID: AED 370 (for 2 years) / AED 1070 (for 10 years in Golden Visa cases)
  • Visa Stamping: AED 500 – 1000
  • Health Insurance: AED 800 – 2000 (depends on coverage and provider)
  • Typing Center/Service Fees: AED 100 – 300

🔹 Total Estimate: AED 2000 to AED 5000 (INR 45,000 to INR 1,10,000 approx.), depending on visa type and emirate (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah etc.)

**Golden Visa and Investor Visa have higher charges.**


  • Employment Visa
  • Investor Visa (Company setup)
  • Freelancer Visa
  • Family Sponsorship Visa
  • Golden Visa (Long-term residence for investors, skilled professionals, etc.)

🇦🇪 UAE Residence Permit Validity

  • Standard Residence Visa Validity:
    🔹 2 years — For most employees working in private companies.
    🔹 3 years — For government employees or individuals sponsored by free zones.
  • Investor/Property Owner Visa:
    🔹 Up to 5 or 10 years — Depending on investment amount and visa type (example: Dubai property visas, Golden Visa).
  • Family Sponsorship Visa:
    🔹 2 years — For family members sponsored by residents.
    🔹 Same validity as the sponsor’s visa.
  • Freelancer Visa:
    🔹 1 to 2 years — Depending on the freelance permit and visa package chosen.
  • Golden Visa (Special Category):
    🔹 10 years — For highly skilled professionals, investors, entrepreneurs, and outstanding students.

📌 Important to Know:

  • Your Emirates ID validity is linked to your residence visa validity.
  • If you stay outside UAE for more than 180 days continuously, your residence visa can become invalid, unless you hold a Golden Visa.
  • Renewals must be done before expiry to avoid fines.

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