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Emirati Arabi Uniti

UAE / Dubai Remote Work Visa

digital nomad visa

Minimum income

€2,900 / month

Duration

12 months

Renewable

Yes

Family eligible

Yes

Processing

~21 days

Tax residency

not required

Why this visa

  • Zero personal income tax
  • Renewable indefinitely
  • Access to UAE banking and residency rights
Official application portal

Guide

How to apply for the UAE / Dubai Remote Work Visa

  1. Verify eligibility

    Confirm you earn at least €2,900 per month from non-Emirati Arabi Uniti sources. Gather 3-6 months of bank statements or invoices as proof.

  2. Gather documents

    Valid passport (12+ months remaining), clean criminal record, health insurance covering the destination, proof of accommodation, proof of remote employment or contracts.

  3. Submit application

    Apply through the official portal or your nearest Emirati Arabi Uniti consulate. Pay the application fee (typically €50-300).

  4. Wait for processing

    Processing takes around 21 days. Some consulates request additional documents during this period.

  5. Travel and register

    Once approved, travel to Emirati Arabi Uniti and register locally within the first 30-90 days as instructed on your approval letter.

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Frequently asked

Qual è il reddito minimo per il UAE / Dubai Remote Work Visa?
2,900 euro al mese, con aggiustamenti per familiari a carico.
Quanto dura il UAE / Dubai Remote Work Visa?
12 mesi al primo rilascio, rinnovabile.
La famiglia può accompagnare con il UAE / Dubai Remote Work Visa?
Sì, coniuge e figli a carico sono ammissibili.