Work Permits
Types of Work Permits
- a work permit to recruit a worker from outside the UAE
- a work permit to transfer a foreign worker from one establishment to another
- a work permit for a resident on a family sponsorship
- a temporary work permit to hire a worker to complete a job within a specific period
- one-mission work permit to recruit a worker from abroad to complete a temporary job, or a particular project for a specific period
- a part-time work permit to recruit a worker under a part-time contract where his working hours or days are less than his full-time contract
- a juvenile permit to recruit a juvenile between 15 and 18 years
- a student training and employment permit to employ a 15-year old student who is already in the UAE
- UAE/GCC national permit to employ a UAE or a GCC national
- a golden visa holder permit to employ a worker holding the UAE’s Golden Residence visa
- national trainee permit to train a UAE national
- a freelance permit issued to self-sponsored foreigners in the UAE, who provide services or perform tasks to individuals or companies (without being sponsored by a specific employer in the UAE and without having an employment contract).
Getting Work Permits/Visa
Getting a work permit or employment visa in Abu Dhabi allows non-residents to legally work in the emirate. To obtain one, you must have a job offer from a company in Abu Dhabi, as the company will act as your sponsor. Both you and your employer will need to prepare and submit the required documents, such as your employment contract, passport, educational certificates, and medical fitness reports. Once approved by the authorities, you’ll receive your work permit, granting you the legal right to work in Abu Dhabi.
Steps to Obtain a Work Permit/Visa
1. Job Offer
Secure a job in Abu Dhabi with a company willing to sponsor your work visa. This company becomes your official sponsor.
2. Document Preparation
Gather required documents, including:
Signed employment contract
Valid passport copies
Educational certificates
Medical fitness certificate
3. Company Sponsorship
Your sponsoring company submits the documents to the relevant authorities, typically the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (DED) or other authorized government entities.
4. Application Processing
The authorities review your documents. If everything meets the requirements, the application is approved.
5. Work Permit Issuance
Once approved, a work permit is issued, allowing you to legally work in Abu Dhabi.
6. Entry and Finalization
With the work permit, you can enter Abu Dhabi. Upon arrival, you may need to complete additional steps such as medical tests, Emirates ID registration, and visa stamping.
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