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United Arab Emirates Remote Work Visa

Dubai's Virtual Working Programme lets remote professionals live in the UAE for a year with no personal income tax, a major draw for high earners who can meet the income proof requirements.

◈ Abu Dhabi · 25.2048, 55.2708 · Global

View Remote Work Visa services How it works
Program
Dubai / UAE Virtual Working Programme
Processing
5–15 working days
Validity
1 year, renewable
Government cost
≈ US$287 programme fee + medical insurance + Emirates ID (government fees, separate from our service)
Financial Threshold

≈ US$3,500/month income (with proof of employment/ownership)

The UAE levies no personal income tax. Corporate tax (9%) applies above thresholds for businesses. We do not provide tax advice.

Key Requirements

  • Proof of employment (1-year contract) or company ownership for 1+ year
  • Last month's payslip + 3 months of bank statements
  • Valid passport + UAE-valid health insurance

Why United Arab Emirates

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No personal income tax

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Fast, fully online application via Dubai's portal

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Hub connectivity between Europe, Africa and Asia

Common Questions

How long does the United Arab Emirates Remote Work Visa take?

Typical processing is 5–15 working days. Timelines are estimates and depend on government schedules.

What income or funds are required for the United Arab Emirates Remote Work Visa?

≈ US$3,500/month income (with proof of employment/ownership).

What does it cost in government fees?

≈ US$287 programme fee + medical insurance + Emirates ID (government fees, separate from our service). Our service fee is separate and fixed.

What are the requirements for the United Arab Emirates Remote Work Visa?

Proof of employment (1-year contract) or company ownership for 1+ year • Last month's payslip + 3 months of bank statements • Valid passport + UAE-valid health insurance

What are the key benefits of the United Arab Emirates Remote Work Visa?

No personal income tax • Fast, fully online application via Dubai's portal • Hub connectivity between Europe, Africa and Asia

What does Nomadic Go help with for the United Arab Emirates Remote Work Visa?

Nomadic Go provides end-to-end Remote Work Visa support for United Arab Emirates: document preparation, application guidance, timeline management, and real-time status tracking through your personal dashboard. We handle the paperwork so you can focus on your move. Fixed price, no hidden fees; government fees (≈ US$287 programme fee + medical insurance + Emirates ID (government fees, separate from our service)) are always separate. We do not provide legal or tax advice.

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