Through employer sponsorship, company investor visa, property investment, Golden Visa, or family sponsorship by a UAE resident.
UAE Residence
Residence Visa UAE
Secure your UAE residence visa through investor, employment, property, or Golden Visa pathways — KPM Global Services manages eligibility assessment, documentation, medical, and Emirates ID across Dubai and all emirates.
- All Visa Types
- Family Sponsorship
- Renewal Support
Residence Path
Residence Visa UAE
1Eligibility
2Apply
3Medical
4Emirates ID
Multiple pathways available
Investor, employment, property, and Golden Visa.
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UAE Clients Served
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Years UAE Experience
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Overview
UAE residence visa pathways explained
A UAE residence visa grants legal residency for 1–3 years (or 10 years under Golden Visa), sponsored by an employer, company, property investment, or qualifying investor category — processed through GDRFA in each emirate or ICP for federal Golden Visa routes.
Common pathways include company investor or partner visa, employment visa, property investor visa (AED 750,000+ in some emirates), Golden Visa (property AED 2M+ or qualifying categories), and family sponsorship by a resident sponsor.
KPM Global Services assesses the optimal residence pathway for your circumstances, coordinates entry permits, status changes, medical fitness tests, biometrics, and Emirates ID issuance.
Who This Is For
UAE residence visa applicants
- Company founders and shareholders needing UAE residency
- Employees relocating to UAE for work
- Property investors qualifying for investor residence
- Golden Visa candidates — investors, talent, property owners
- Families joining resident sponsors in the UAE
- Visitors converting to residence status in-country
How We Help
UAE residence visa services
Pathway assessment
Identify best route — investor, employment, property, or Golden Visa.
Sponsor setup
Ensure company establishment card or employer file is active.
Entry permit & status
Process entry permit or in-country status change.
Medical & biometrics
Schedule fitness test and Emirates ID fingerprinting.
Family visas
Sponsor spouse, children, and parents subject to salary criteria.
Renewal management
Track expiry and coordinate timely visa renewal.
Process
UAE residence visa steps
- 1
Eligibility review
Confirm qualifying pathway and sponsor requirements.
- 2
Documentation
Compile passports, photos, sponsor documents, and NOCs.
- 3
Entry permit
Apply for entry permit or status change via GDRFA or ICP.
- 4
Visa stamping
Complete residence visa stamping in passport.
- 5
Medical & ID
Undergo medical test and Emirates ID biometrics.
- 6
Emirates ID card
Collect Emirates ID; residence visa fully active.
Documents
Residence visa documents
- Valid passport (minimum six months validity)
- Passport-size photographs with white background
- Sponsor trade licence and establishment card (investor route)
- Employment contract and labour approval (employment route)
- Property title deed (property investor route)
- Entry permit or current visa copy
- Tenancy contract (Ejari) for family sponsorship
- Educational certificates attested if required
Pricing
UAE residence visa cost factors
Government fees vary by emirate and visa type.
- GDRFA or ICP visa application and issuance fees
- Medical fitness test charges
- Emirates ID registration and card fees
- Entry permit or status change fees
- PRO service and typing centre charges
KPM Global Services quotes per pathway and emirate before processing begins.
Timeline
Residence visa processing timeline
3–5 days
Entry permit
Permit or status change approved.
1–2 days
Stamping
Residence visa stamped in passport.
2–3 days
Medical & ID
Medical test and biometrics completed.
5–10 days
Emirates ID
Emirates ID card issued.
Avoid Mistakes
Residence visa mistakes
- Overstaying visit visa before status change application
- Applying before company establishment card is active
- Insufficient salary for family sponsorship eligibility
- Expired trade licence during investor visa renewal
- Missing Ejari tenancy for dependant visa applications
- Ignoring visa cancellation when leaving UAE permanently
Why KPM
Why Choose KPM Global Services
UAE-focused advisory
Practical guidance on UAE residence visa processing 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.
Free Consultation
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FAQ
Residence Visa UAE — Frequently Asked Questions
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