Federal Decree No. 29 of 2021 on the entry and residence of Foreigners governs immigration legislation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Federal Law No. 6 of 1973, which was the prior immigration law, was repealed by this order.
A number of significant modifications in the new law include:
● The launch of the Golden Visa, a new category of visa intended to draw wealthy people and investors to the UAE.
● The simplification of the visa application procedure, which makes it simpler for foreigners to get visas.
● The implementation of new guidelines for hiring foreign workers, which include a requirement that firms pay a minimum wage. The primary visa categories offered in the UAE are as follows:
● Foreign nationals who wish to work in the UAE must get a work visa. The visa application must be sponsored by the employer.
● Foreigners may live permanently or temporarily in the UAE with a residence visa. Residence visas come in a variety of forms, each with specific restrictions.
● Visa for short-term travel: This visa enables visitors from other countries to stay in the UAE for up to 90 days.
● Foreign nationals may travel through the UAE airport with this visa without leaving the designated transit area.
Depending on the kind of visa and the applicant’s nationality, several conditions must be met in order to get a visa in the United Arab Emirates.
In general, applicants are required to submit a completed visa application form, a valid passport, and documentation of employment or sponsorship.
It is crucial to speak with an immigration lawyer if you intend to immigrate to the UAE in order to make sure you comply with all rules and that your application is handled efficiently and Al Eadala Advocates and Legal Consultancy its at your disposal.
