Many Pakistanis relocate to the UAE and other Middle Eastern countries for job opportunities, attracted by higher salaries, chances for career growth, and an overall improved quality of life compared to their home country.
Obtaining a visa is necessary when moving to the UAE for employment. The procedure can differ based on the job role, qualifications, and the particular criteria set by the UAE authorities.
The Pakistan Observer outlines six distinct types of UAE visas accessible to expatriates.
UAE Visa from Pakistan
| Visa Type | Description |
| Student Visa
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The Student Visa helps Pakistani students to complete education in the UAE. It allows them to stay under the sponsorship of their parent or educational institution. |
| Retirement Visa | Enables retired individuals to apply for a 5-year retirement visa for a comfortable and secure retirement lifestyle in the country. |
| Remote Work Visa | The Remote Work Visa allows Pakistanis to work remotely while residing in the Emirates. |
| Visit Visa for Job Seekers | It allows people to explore job prospects in the UAE without requiring a host/sponsor, valid for 60, 90, or 120 days. |
| Green Visa | Offers a five-year residence permit, allowing self-sponsorship and attracting skilled professionals and investors to the UAE. |
| Golden Visa | Long-term residence visa enabling foreign talents to live, work, or study in the UAE, with exclusive benefits. |
- Student Visa: Outstanding students can obtain student visas, enabling them to pursue education in the UAE. Students can be sponsored by a parent who is a resident or by the educational institution they attend, with visas renewable annually.
- Remote Work Visa: The UAE has introduced a remote work visa, known as the ‘virtual working programme,’ allowing individuals to work remotely while living in the country, offering a taste of the UAE’s high standard of living without the constraints of a traditional work visa.
- Retirement Visa: Retired individuals can apply for a 5-year retirement visa, providing a comfortable retirement lifestyle in the UAE. Eligibility criteria include work experience or age, property ownership or financial savings, and a monthly income threshold.
- Visit Visa for Job Seekers: This visa allows individuals to explore job opportunities in the UAE without needing a host or sponsor, valid for 60, 90, or 120 days. Eligibility requires a certain skill level or academic qualifications, financial guarantee, and specific documents.
- Green Visa: Offering a five-year residence permit, the Green Visa allows self-sponsorship and attracts skilled professionals and investors to the UAE. It eliminates the need for a UAE national or employer sponsorship.
- Golden Visa: Introduced in 2019, the Golden Visa is a long-term residence visa for investors, professionals, outstanding students, etc., offering various benefits and inclusive of family sponsorship.
