Visa Services in UAE

Your UAE Residence Visa, Handled Start to Finish

From employment and investor visas to the 10-year Golden Visa, Aurion's PRO team manages documentation, approvals and renewals — so you can focus on living and working in the UAE.

Get Visa Assistance WhatsApp a Visa Expert

18+ Years of PRO Expertise · 6,800+ Companies Served · Registered Agent for 17 UAE Freezones

18+Years in Operation

17Freezones as Registered Agent

80+Countries Represented

6,800+Companies Incorporated

2Branches — Dubai (DAFZA) & Sharjah (SAIF Zone)

18+Years of PRO & Visa Experience

ISO 9,001:2015Certified Quality Management

Visa Options

Types of Visas in the UAE

Every stay in the UAE — whether for work, investment, family or a short visit — needs a visa that matches its purpose. Explore the options below to find the right one.

Employment Visa

Issued through your employer or company sponsor, this visa permits you to live and work in the UAE for a fixed period.

Sponsored by your employer or company
Requires medical test and Emirates ID after entry
Renewable in line with your employment contract

Investor / Partner Visa

For shareholders, directors and business owners, this visa is tied to your ownership stake in a UAE company.

Available to shareholders, directors and managers
Unlocks your own employee visa quota
Lets you sponsor dependents once issued

Golden Visa

A 10-year long-term residence visa for investors, property owners, students and innovators — issued without the need for a sponsor.

10-year renewable validity
No sponsor required
Eligible to sponsor spouse and children

Visit / Tourist Visa

A short-stay visa for tourists and visitors, valid for a specific number of days and not permitted for employment.

Available with fixed validity periods
Visa-on-arrival available for eligible nationalities
No work rights while on this visa

Family / Sponsor Visa

Allows residence visa holders to sponsor their spouse, children and, in some cases, parents to live with them in the UAE.

Sponsor must meet a minimum salary requirement
Covers spouse, children and eligible parents
Requires attested marriage/birth certificates

Maid Visa

Permits a domestic helper to live and work in the UAE under the sponsorship of their employer.

Sponsor must meet tenancy and income requirements
Requires a signed labor contract
Tied to the sponsoring household

Employment VisaMost Popular

Issued through your employer or company sponsor, this visa permits you to live and work in the UAE for a fixed period.

Sponsored by your employer or company
Requires medical test and Emirates ID after entry
Renewable in line with your employment contract

Investor / Partner Visa

Golden Visa

Visit / Tourist Visa

Family / Sponsor Visa

Maid Visa

The following structures are available for specific scenarios. Contact our team for guidance.

Public Joint Stock Company (PJSC) · Simple Limited Partnership · Partnership Company · Representative Office · Intelaq License (UAE Nationals only) · SME License (UAE Nationals only)

Family Sponsorship

Bring Your Family to the UAE

Once you hold a UAE residence visa and meet the minimum salary requirement, you can sponsor your spouse, children and parents to join you. Opening a company — in a Free Zone or on the Mainland — also gives you an Investor Visa and your own quota to sponsor employee visas. All shareholders, directors, managers and employees of a UAE-registered company are eligible for a UAE residence visa. Aurion helps you get the paperwork right the first time, avoiding delays and rejections.

Check My Sponsorship Eligibility

The 6-Month Rule for UAE Residence Visa Holders

The General Rule

Residence visa holders who stay outside the UAE for more than six months continuously have their visa automatically nullified.
A new entry permit is required to re-enter the UAE once this happens.
Golden Visa holders are not bound by this six-month rule and may stay outside the UAE for longer periods.

Who's Exempt From the 6-Month Rule

Domestic helpers accompanying their sponsor's family abroad for studies or medical treatment
Government employees sent abroad for treatment, with reports approved by UAE health authorities
Public sector employees sent abroad for training, specialist courses, or posted to an employer's overseas office — along with their visa-holding families
Foreign wives of UAE nationals, sponsored by their husbands
Students studying at universities or institutes abroad, per each emirate's GDRFA rules
Domestic helpers and employees accompanying diplomats or consular mission members representing the UAE abroad

Ask About Your Visa Status

Documentation

Documents You'll Need, by Visa Type

Employment Visa

Signed offer letter
Passport copy (minimum 6 months validity)
Current visa copy — visit or cancelled visa, if already inside the UAE
Passport-size photo with white background
Attested degree certificate (for higher-level positions)

Investor / Partner Visa

Colour passport copy (minimum 6 months validity)
Passport-size photo with white background
Copy of Memorandum of Association (for LLCs)
Trade license copy
Partners list (for LLCs)
Copy of service agent contract (for professional licenses)
Last six months' bank statement (for existing companies)

Avoid Delays

Common Reasons Visa Applications Get Rejected

The UAE visa process is quick when done right. Most rejections come down to a handful of avoidable mistakes.

Uncancelled Previous Visa

Held a UAE visa before and left without cancelling it — immigration clearance from a PRO agent is needed before a new application can be approved.

Handwritten Passports

Passports that are handwritten rather than machine-printed are automatically rejected by UAE immigration.

Prior Offences in the UAE

Applicants with a previous criminal record, fraud, or misconduct case in the UAE will see their application rejected.

No-Show on a Prior Tourist Visa

Previously issued a tourist visa but never entered the country — this history can block future applications.

No-Show on a Prior Employment Visa

An employer previously applied for an employment visa on your behalf, but you never entered the UAE to activate it.

Typos and Misspellings

Errors in your name, passport number, or profession code cause delays or outright rejection — every detail must match your passport exactly.

Unclear or Unreadable Copies

Blurry passport scans or unclear photos are a common, easily avoidable reason for rejection or delay.

Work with a visa services expert to get it right the first time.

The Golden Visa — 10 Years of UAE Residence, No Sponsor Required

A General Trading License in the UAE typically demands large capital reserves and high annual fees. IFZA removes both barriers — no capital proof required, GTL fees start at just AED 10,000. Add multiple commodities across sectors under a single license.

Common Questions

Visa questions,answeredclearly.

Everything you need to know before applying for a UAE visa.

What documents are required for a Visit or Tourist Visa in the UAE?

Just a passport copy and photo.

A Visit or Tourist Visa needs only a colour copy of your passport and a passport-size photo with a white background — one of the simplest visa categories to apply for.

What documents do I need to sponsor my spouse and children in the UAE?

Marriage and birth certificates, attested.

You'll need passport copies and photos of each dependent, your original passport and Emirates ID, an attested marriage certificate (for a spouse), an attested birth certificate (for children), your Ejari certificate and electricity bill, and six months of bank statements. You must also meet the minimum salary requirement to sponsor dependents.

What documents are required for a Maid or domestic helper visa?

A labor contract and a two-bedroom tenancy.

You'll need passport copies and photos, your original passport and Emirates ID (and your spouse's), an attested marriage certificate, a signed labor contract, a tenancy contract for a minimum two-bedroom home, and your electricity and water bill.

Does the six-month rule apply to Golden Visa holders?

No — Golden Visa holders are exempt.

No. Standard residence visa holders lose their visa if they stay outside the UAE for more than six months continuously, but Golden Visa holders are exempt from this rule and can stay abroad for longer periods without affecting their residence status.

Can I sponsor my parents on a UAE residence visa?

Yes, under the Family Sponsor Visa.

Yes. The Family or Sponsor Visa allows residence visa holders who meet the minimum salary requirement to sponsor their spouse, children, and in eligible cases, their parents.

What's the fastest way to avoid a visa application rejection?

Get the details right, or get expert help.

Most rejections come from avoidable mistakes — typos, unclear document copies, or an uncancelled previous visa. Working with a visa services expert like Aurion ensures every document and detail is checked before submission, dramatically reducing the risk of delay or rejection.

Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

I highly recommend Nancy from AURION Business Setup Consultants for consultation and visa processing services. From start to finish, she was knowledgeable, efficient, and very supportive. She took the time to explain all requirements, answered all our questions promptly, and ensured everything was processed smoothly. She guided me through every step with patience and clarity, making the whole process stress-free. Her dedication and attention to detail gave us great peace of mind. Her support and professionalism truly made a difference. I highly recommend her services.

Nazia Hussain

Excellent Service & Outstanding Support from Ashley at Aurion Consultants. I've had a great experience working with Aurion Consultants, and I'd especially like to appreciate Ashley, who is an absolute star. She is an amazing administrator — always on top of things, extremely organized, and very responsive. Ashley follows up proactively, keeps everything moving smoothly, and makes the entire process feel stress-free. It's rare to find someone so efficient, detail-oriented, and genuinely helpful. Overall, Aurion Consultants provides professional and reliable service, and having someone like Ashley on their team truly makes a big difference. Highly recommended!

4.9 ★on Google

Get Started

Ready to Sort Out Your UAE Visa?

Talk to a PRO consultant who handles visa applications every day.

Aurion manages documentation, submissions and approvals for employment, investor, family and Golden Visa applications — so your visa moves smoothly from application to residence in hand.