What is a Freelance Visa?
A freelance visa allows individuals to work legally as freelancers in Dubai without having to set up a company or be tied to an employer. It usually takes the form of a Freelance Work Permit followed by a residence visa.
Who Can Get It?
1 - Graphic designers, web developers, photographers, content creators
2 - Educators, trainers, consultants
3 - IT professionals, software developers
4 - Media, marketing, advertising and digital content producers
5 - Professionals in creative fields such as fashion, architecture, art, sound, animation
100% Freedom
Free Zones That Provide Freelance Visa
(Free Zones)
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Dubai Media City
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Dubai Design District (d3)
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Dubai Internet City
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Dubai Knowledge Park
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Dubai Development Authority (DDA)
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GoFreelance Platform (via TECOM Group)
You can rent a house or buy a car.
Application Process
Selecting the appropriate field of work (e.g. graphic design, content writing, education, etc.)
Preparation of necessary documents:
Copy of passport (valid for at least 6 months)
Portfolio or CV
Photograph
Previous visa or residence information, if any
Freelance work permit application
Apply for residence visa after approval
Getting Emirates ID and health insurance
Optionally, a tax number is required to open a bank account and issue invoices (may be required in some cases)
Authorization to work with banks and open accounts
Advantages
100% freedom You can work individually without starting your own business.
Legal status You can legally freelance and invoice in Dubai.
Your own visa You get your own visa without sponsorship from anyone.
Creating an individual brand You can create a portfolio under your own name and serve international clients.
With your family sponsorship freelance visa, you can also obtain residence permits for your spouse and children.
Suitable for Digital Nomads Ideal for online workers, consultants and digital service providers.
Cost effective entry It costs much less compared to establishing a company.
You can rent a house, buy a car. It will provide great advantages in all these processes.
Authorization to work with banks and open accounts. You will be able to easily make all your transfer transactions.