The GDRFA establishment card linking your trade licence to visa sponsorship immigration file.
Immigration Card
Immigration Card Dubai
Obtain and maintain your Dubai immigration card (establishment card) — KPM Global Services processes GDRFA establishment card applications, renewals, and amendments linking your trade licence to visa sponsorship quota.
- GDRFA Processing
- New & Renewal
- Quota Management
Establishment Card
Immigration Card Dubai
1Apply
2Approve
3Activate
4Renew
Visa sponsorship gateway
Required before any visa processing.
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Overview
Dubai immigration card (establishment card) explained
The immigration card in Dubai — officially the establishment card issued by GDRFA — links your company trade licence to immigration file, enabling visa sponsorship quota, employee visa processing, and investor visa applications for mainland and certain free zone entities.
Establishment card application requires valid trade licence, Ejari-registered office for mainland entities, and payment of GDRFA fees. The card must be renewed annually alongside trade licence renewal to maintain active visa sponsorship status.
KPM Global Services processes establishment card applications, renewals, quota increases, and amendments — ensuring immigration file remains active and aligned with DET licence records.
Who This Is For
Immigration card clients
- Newly licensed companies needing first establishment card for visa processing
- Businesses renewing establishment card alongside trade licence renewal
- Companies increasing visa quota after office expansion
- Entities amending establishment card after shareholder or manager change
- Free zone companies activating immigration file for visa allocation
- Businesses with expired establishment card blocking visa renewals
How We Help
Immigration card services
New establishment card
Apply for first GDRFA establishment card after licence issuance.
Annual renewal
Renew establishment card synchronised with trade licence renewal.
Quota increase
Apply for additional visa quota based on office space expansion.
Amendments
Update establishment card after manager or company detail changes.
GDRFA liaison
Follow up on applications and resolve GDRFA query items.
Compliance check
Verify establishment card status before visa application batches.
Process
Immigration card processing steps
- 1
Eligibility check
Confirm valid trade licence and Ejari for mainland application.
- 2
Document preparation
Compile licence, tenancy, and signatory documents for GDRFA.
- 3
GDRFA submission
Submit establishment card application with government fees.
- 4
Card issuance
Establishment card issued and immigration file activated.
- 5
Visa processing
Proceed with investor and employee visa applications.
- 6
Renewal calendar
Set annual renewal reminder aligned with licence expiry.
Documents
Immigration card application documents
- Valid trade licence copy
- Ejari-registered tenancy contract for mainland entities
- Passport copy of company manager or authorised signatory
- Previous establishment card copy for renewal applications
- Company stamp and signed GDRFA application forms
- MOA extract showing shareholder details
- Visa quota increase justification and updated tenancy if applicable
- Power of attorney for PRO submission if required
Pricing
Immigration card cost factors
Establishment card fees are GDRFA government charges plus PRO service fees.
- GDRFA establishment card application or renewal government fee
- New card versus renewal versus amendment transaction type
- Visa quota increase application fees
- PRO service and typing centre charges
- Urgent processing fees if expedited service available
GDRFA fees are set by authority. KPM Global Services quotes government and service fees separately.
Timeline
Immigration card processing timeline
1–2 days
Preparation
Documents compiled and application typed.
3–7 days
GDRFA processing
Establishment card issued after GDRFA review.
Same day
Renewal
Renewals often processed within 1–3 business days.
Annual
Renewal cycle
Renewed alongside trade licence each year.
Avoid Mistakes
Immigration card mistakes
- Attempting visa processing without active establishment card
- Expired establishment card blocking employee visa renewals
- Ejari mismatch between DET licence and GDRFA establishment records
- Not renewing establishment card when trade licence renewed
- Requesting visa quota exceeding office space allowance
- Manager change on licence not reflected on establishment card
Why KPM
Why Choose KPM Global Services
UAE-focused advisory
Practical guidance on immigration card services in Dubai from a Dubai-based team that works with authorities, banks, and regulators daily.
Clear documentation
Structured checklists, realistic timelines, and transparent scope so you know what is included before you proceed.
Connected services
Link setup, visas, banking, accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax, PRO, and legal support through one coordinated advisory journey.
No generic templates
Advice is tailored to your activity, shareholders, jurisdiction, and operational plans — not a one-size-fits-all package.
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