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.
This package includes a freelancer permit, and you have the option to add a 2-year residence visa. You can also select your preferred profession from the dropdown menu.
Health insurance is mandatory if you are applying for a visa. If you don’t have UAE health insurance, you can find it in the "Services You Might Need" section below.
Abu Dhabi
This service is for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. For applications in other Emirates, please get in touch with us.
Secure Online Payment
Transparent Process
No Hidden Fee
Freelance Setup
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.
Permit Approval
Once all approvals are completed, your freelance permit will be issued.
Duration: 1-2 Working Days
Residency Visa Process
Establishment Card
Connects your company with immigration for visa processing.
Duration: 2-3 Working Days
Freelancer eVisa
Entry permit issued by the UAE government to begin your residency process.
Duration: 2-3 Working Days
Change Status
Switch from your current visa to your new UAE visa.
Duration: 1 Working Day
Medical Test
Mandatory health check by the Dubai Health Authority.
Duration: 1 Working Day
Emirates ID
Biometric will be completed, and the physical Emirates ID card will be delivered within 3 days.
Duration: 3-5 Working Days
Residency Stamping
Visa endorsement onto your passport -your residency is now official.
Duration: 1-2 Working Days
Notes
Health insurance is mandatory for visa applications. You can find it here.
Total Duration: 10-15 Working Days*
Minimum stay inside UAE: 8 Working Days*
*Processing time depends on government & third parties.
Required Documents for a Residence Visa
- Scanned color copy of a passport with a validity of at least 6 months, showing all four corners.
- Digital studio-type color photo with a white background.
- Proof of address (Electricity bill, Phone Bill, House Contract)
- For UAE residents: Copy of the resident visa cancellation & Emirates ID.
- For non UAE residents: Copy of the last entry stamp or Visa copy (If Applicable.
To explore all freelance visa options, visit this link.
| Main Activities | E-Commerce Through Social Media or E-Commerce Through Websites or Network Websites Designing or Gifts E-Seller or Perfumes E-Seller or Ready Made Garments (E-Commerce) or Sports Wear E-Seller or Stationery E-Seller or Sunglasses, Handbags, And Personal Accessories E-Seller or Footwear E-Seller or Imitation Jewellery E-Seller |
| Types | One-year permit only - No Visa or One-year permit with 2 years visa |
| Jurisdiction | Abu Dhabi |
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