How can I convert my Dubai Visit Visa to a Work Visa?

Highlights: Convert your Dubai visit visa to Work visa

• You can convert your visit visa to an employment visa in Dubai by getting a valid job offer from an employer in the UAE.
• The conversion process from a Dubai visit visa to a work visa usually takes around 7-14 working days.
• The application fees required to convert from a visit visa to a work visa costs around AED 3,000.
• The employer in Dubai will initiate your visa conversion process after the eligibility requirements are fulfilled. 

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Documents required to convert a Dubai visit visa to a Work visa

You must arrange the requirements given below to change your Dubai visit visa to an employment visa:

• A fully signed and completed application form
• A valid passport
• Copies of your recent passport-sized photographs
• Proof of the company card
• Proof of medical certificate
• Proof of application fee payment
• Entry permit documents issued by the Ministry of Labor

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Steps to convert your Dubai tourist visa to an employment visa

You can refer to the steps given below to switch from a visit visa to a work visa in Dubai:

Step 1: Get a job offer from an employer in UAE

To be eligible for an employment visa, you must have a valid employment offer from a registered employer in UAE.

Step 2: Accepting the job offer

Once you receive a job offer, you will be given 24 hours to sign the employment contract.

Step 3: Applying for a Dubai work visa

The employer in UAE will initiate the application process by applying for a work visa, contract, and quota.

Step 4: Approval of the labor contract

Once the government approves the labor contract, you and your employer will be required to sign it.

Step 5: Applying for a residence permit

After completing the above process, the employer will apply for an entry permit, which usually takes around 24 hours to process.

Step 6: Submit your biometrics

You will then be required to undergo a medical examination and submit your biometrics, after which your Emirates ID will be released.   

Step 7: Application submission

You can now arrange all the required documents and submit the completed application form online via the GDRFA website.

Step 8: Complete the fee payment

The visa fees must be paid before submitting your passport at the visa processing center.

Step 9: Wait for the visa status

You can now wait for the visa conversion process, which generally takes around 1-2 weeks.

 

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