E-Commerce & Online Retail Freelance Visa
The E-Commerce & Online Retail Freelance Visa allows you to sponsor yourself and live and work in Abu Dhabi.
Health insurance is mandatory for visa applications. You can find it here.
Minimum stay inside UAE: 8 Working Days*
*Processing time depends on government & third parties.
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- Refund policy applies
- Handled by a named case officer
What you will need to send us
Your file starts when these land in the portal, not when you pay, so upload early. Digital copies go through the portal and anything physical can be dropped at the office.
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How your application runs
10-15 Working Days from the point your documents are complete, across every stage below. You can see exactly where your file sits at any time from your Visask account.
Document Preparation
Upload digital files to the portal; drop physical documents at the office. Note: Process starts once the customer uploads documents
Initial Approval
Once the documents are submitted, a security clearance will be conducted on your profile.
1 -3 Working DaysPermit Approval
Once all approvals are completed, your freelance permit will be issued.
1-2 Working DaysEstablishment Card
Connects your company with immigration for visa processing.
2-3 Working DaysFreelancer eVisa
Entry permit issued by the UAE government to begin your residency process.
2-3 Working DaysChange Status
Switch from your current visa to your new UAE visa.
1 Working DayMedical Test
Mandatory health check by the Dubai Health Authority.
1 Working DayEmirates ID
Biometric will be completed, and the physical Emirates ID card will be delivered within 3 days.
3-5 Working DaysResidency Stamping
Visa endorsement onto your passport. Your residency is now official.
1-2 Working Days- Total processing time
- 10-15 Working Days
* Processing time is subject to government and third-party processes.
You will never have to ask where it stands
Every application gets a tracking page. Stage changes push to WhatsApp and email as they happen, so you do not have to chase anyone.
Next: biometrics, if the authority calls you in
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