United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates visa processing times
6 visa routes, each with the typical decision window as published by Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP). Click through for the source URL, priority-service notes, and the eligibility criteria that drive the timeline.
| Route | Typical window | Last checked |
|---|---|---|
| UAE Employment (Standard Residence) visa Standard employer-sponsored residence for workers recruited by UAE companies. | 3 days – 10 days | 2026-04-20 |
| UAE Green Visa 5-year self-sponsored residence for skilled employees, freelancers, and investors. | 5 days – 2 weeks | 2026-04-20 |
| UAE Virtual Working Programme 1-year residence for remote workers employed by companies outside the UAE. | 5 days – 2 weeks | 2026-04-20 |
| UAE freelance permit with residence Self-sponsored freelance residence via MOHRE or free-zone freelance permits. | 5 days – 2 weeks | 2026-04-20 |
| UAE Investor / Partner residence visa Residence for business owners and partners holding qualifying shares in UAE companies. | 10 days – 4 weeks | 2026-04-20 |
| UAE Golden Visa 10-year renewable residence visa for investors, entrepreneurs, and outstanding talent across professional categories. | 2 weeks – 4 weeks | 2026-04-20 |
Source authority: UAE Government Portal — Visa & Emirates ID.