Virtual Work Residence in United Arab Emirates

Virtual Work Residence · United Arab Emirates visa route

remote · last reviewed 2026-08-27 · all United Arab Emirates routes

Foreign national may live in UAE while working for an employer/company outside UAE. Dubai programme page confirms one-year virtual working/residency programme; UAE portal confirms virtual work visa concept.

Important notes

• The UAE portal sets a minimum income of USD 3,500 per month for the remote-work residence, while Dubai's own virtual working programme requires USD 5,000 per month for employees and company owners. The programme fee is USD 287 per person, plus insurance and processing costs.
• UAE portal and ICP details should be checked at application step for current documentation and any owner/employee differences.
• Must work for an entity outside UAE; no local UAE employment under this route.

Preparation checklist

• Save your submitted files and track the next application or renewal date.

Official source

Official source: United Arab Emirates official source

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